Gerald Lynn Boan

Jerry Boan passed away peacefully at home in Kemmerer, Wyoming. He was born on December 12, 1945, in Rock Springs, Wyoming, to Joseph and Virginia Boan. His parents later divorced, and his mom married Carl Jensen, who became an important father figure in his life.

Jerry was a proud veteran, serving as a surgical tech and combat medic in Vietnam. He was also stationed in western Europe and later did a tour in Nicaragua, where he dedicated himself to taking care of his fellow soldiers. After his service, he spent 34 years working in the Kemmerer mine, where he made many friends.

He had a way of making everyone feel like an old friend—because to him, you were. Jerry never met a stranger. He was a true jack-of-all-trades who could fix anything, and if he didn’t know how, he’d figure it out. His humor and generosity were unmatched, and if you had a few minutes (or hours), he always had a great story to tell.

Jerry loved the open road on his Harley, the thrill of hunting and fishing, the fun of shooting, and the peace of camping. He had a deep love for music, strumming his guitar and singing like Johnny Cash himself. Christmas was his favorite time of year, and he absolutely adored his family—including his beloved dogs, Bella, Tiki and Keisha.

Jerry had four daughters: Michelle (Alan) Syme, Hilary (David) Saunders, Tori (Michael “Cart”) Carter, and Natasha Boan. In 1980, he married the love of his life, Sherry, and together they built a beautiful blended family. He embraced Sherry’s children as his own: Jill (Chad) Handy, Matt (Jodie) Lundershausen, and Thomas Annala. He was a proud grandfather to 15 grandchildren: Austin, Megan, Allison, Natalie, Sydney, David, Jeffrey, James, Bryonna, Aspen,Heather, Sarah,Kindee,Taylor and Jalen. 15 great-grandchildren, with two more on the way.

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He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Barbara, Johnny, Gene, Alice, and Linda. He is survived by his siblings Floyd, Bonnie, Nora, and James. Nephew Alton (Effie) Gross.

Jerry lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and love. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date—because if Jerry taught us anything, it’s that life should be celebrated.