Richard “Rick” Wayne Pantier went home to Jesus on November 25, 2020, at age 61 following a lengthy illness.
Rick was born to Edgar “Ed” and Geneva (Mercer) Pantier on February, 6, 1959, in Laramie. He was raised on the Rex Lewis Ranch, attended Harmony School, and received his GED. He worked at various locations including the Port of Entry, Ivinson Memorial Hospital, and the University of Wyoming Central Energy Plant.
On June 15, 2002, Rick married Joleen Hofferber. They were baptized together on April 17, 2011, at the First Baptist Church. He enjoyed the ranching lifestyle, hunting, fishing, camping, classic country music, playing his guitar/singing, and telling stories.
He is survived by his wife Joleen. Daughter Amanda (Ty) Sanders of Johnson City, TN, son Riley Pantier of Wright. Grandchildren Nevaeh and Ariyah Sanders, Alaina Gallatin and Hunter Pantier. Brothers Charlie (Sue) Pantier, Terry (Judy) Pantier, Ken (Pat) Pantier, Mark (Marti) Pantier. Sisters Pat Veretto and Beverly (Harold) Browitt. Several nephews, nieces, grand nephews, grand nieces, an aunt, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents Edgar and Geneva, a brother James “Jim” Pantier, and granddaughter Piper Oxley Pantier.
At Rick’s request there will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. If you wish to make a donation in his name, please consider the Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Bank, c/o Brian Heider, 1675 Aurora Court, Mail Stop F751, Aurora, CO 80045, Albany County 4-H, 3520 S. 3rd Street, Suite A, Laramie, WY 82070, or a charity of your choice.
9 Comments To "Richard “Rick” Pantier"
#1 Comment By LeAnn Amen On December 1, 2020 @ 5:18 pm
Dear Joleen and family,
I’m so very sorry for Rick’s passing. I will hold onto many special memories of him including his sense of humor, time spent with family and his love for John Wayne. I regret not being a better sister-n-law and friend to him. May he Rest in Peace.
Love, LeAnn
#2 Comment By Vicky Johnston On December 1, 2020 @ 7:24 pm
So sorry for your loss Jolene. May his memory give you comfort.
#3 Comment By Greg Powell On December 4, 2020 @ 4:19 pm
He was a wonderful person and a good man sorry for your familys loss
#4 Comment By David Perry On December 4, 2020 @ 9:12 pm
Joleen, I was terribly shocked and saddened to see Rick’s obituary in the Boomerang. My thoughts are with you in this time of grief and loss.
#5 Comment By Lou Crozier Jr. On December 5, 2020 @ 4:55 pm
My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Lou Crozier Jr.
#6 Comment By Dan Byrd On December 5, 2020 @ 5:57 pm
Going to miss you my friend your friend Dan Byrd Sending prays to family
#7 Comment By Katherine and DuWayne Keeney On December 5, 2020 @ 9:31 pm
Jolene,
We were saddened to learn of Rick’s passing. I hope you find strength and comfort among family and friends and that happy memories will carry you through the upcoming days.
#8 Comment By Eric Engen On December 10, 2020 @ 8:58 pm
I’m so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. I was a friend and classmate at Harmony School. Rick was a good man, always friendly, willing to help and a good friend. My deepest condolences to all the Pantiers.
#9 Comment By Johnny J Christensen On January 16, 2021 @ 5:56 pm
I just found out, Rick was a good man, met him in junior high. will miss him, johnny christensen