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     Josephine Katheryn Legerski was born on 19 October 1919 at Passaic, Passaic Co., New Jersey.² She was the daughter of Michael Frank Legerski and Anna Roman.¹ Josephine Katheryn Legerski graduated in 1938 at Superior High School, Superior, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.² She married Bert Tavelli Ahlstrom on 20 May 1939 at Rock Springs Episcopal Church, Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.^1,2 Josephine Katheryn Legerski lived in March 2003 at Sheridan, Sheridan Co., Wyoming.¹ She lived in March 2006 at Sheridan, Sheridan Co., Wyoming.³ She died on 3 June 2006 at Sheridan, Sheridan Co., Wyoming, at age 86.²

Josephine K. Ahlstrom
SHERIDAN Josephine K. Ahlstrom, 86, of Sheridan, died Saturday, June 3, 2006.

She was born on Oct. 19, 1919, to Anna (Roman) and Mike Legerski in Passaic, N.J. The family moved to Monarch a few years later to work in the mine. They later moved to Superior to work. Later her father retired in Rock Springs. She graduated from high school in Superior in 1938.

She married Bert Tavelli Ahlstrom on May 20, 1939, at Rock Springs Episcopal Church. Their daughter, Ann Marie, was born in Rock Springs. They then moved to Sheridan in 1940 to work in the mines. Sons Bert Jr. and Chris were born in Sheridan.

She worked at Superior Laundry, Jim Wolfe Accounting and Big Horn Avenue Grocery store. She enjoyed reading, mountains, taking care of her grandchildren, scrapbooking and photo albums. She also enjoyed sending newspaper articles to people, bowling, following politics and watching her favorite television shows.

She was a member of the Junior Woman's Club until it dissolved. She was involved in Civic Theater Guild plays by taking care of the cloakroom. She participated in many charity drives. She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary No. 186 for 60 years where she served as the secretary and treasurer. She was a member of St. Peters Episcopal Church where she helped with Sunday school, nursery, dinners, bazaars and the lunchroom. She was also a member of St. Margarets Guild, working for city, state and national elections for many years.

She is survived by three children, Ann Kilpatrick and husband Richard of Sheridan, Bert Jr. and wife Sue of Cheyenne and Chris and wife Sandy of Sheridan; eight grandchildren, Krista Kilpatrick of San Diego, Calif., Tom Kilpatrick and wife Joanne of Sheridan, Ken Kilpatrick of Sheridan, Kimberlee Eskierka and husband Duane of Las Vegas, Nev., Whitney Whitworth and husband Chad of Cheyenne, Ashley Ahlstrom of Denver, Colo. and Zach and Jake Ahlstrom of Sheridan; six great-grandchildren, Emily and Cody Kilpatrick of Sheridan, Christian Kilpatrick of Sheridan, Kaylee Kilpatrick of Lusk, Alex Eskierka of Las Vegas and Jackson Whitworth of Cheyenne; many nieces and nephews; brother, John Legerski and wife Liz of Rock Springs; and sister, Annie Walker and husband Chick of Rock Springs.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anna and Mike; husband, Bert; brothers, Mike, Joe and Andy Legerski and Frankie Legerski, who was killed in Germany during World War II; nephews, Michael Legerski and Chuck Walker; niece, Ivy Lee Beveridge; and infant sister, Julie.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 7, 2006, at St. Peters Episcopal Church.² She was buried at Sheridan Municipal Cemetery, Sheridan, Sheridan Co., Wyoming.⁴

     Julie Legerski was born in 1925. She was the daughter of Michael Frank Legerski and Anna Roman.¹ Julie Legerski died in 1927.¹

     Kristin Lynn Legerski is the daughter of Robert Patrick Legerski and Bonnie Lynn Struck. Kristin Lynn Legerski and Jason Rodgers Doerr were engaged circa 31 December 2006 at Wyoming. Kristin Lynn Legerski married Jason Rodgers Doerr, son of Kenneth W. Doerr and Stacey A. (?), on 29 September 2007 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.

     Leah Rose Legerski is the daughter of Matthew Sean Legerski and Meagan Rose Pearson.

     Lynne Michelle Legerski is the daughter of William M. Legerski and Jackie Radosevich.¹ Lynne Michelle Legerski married Aaron Ross Crego on 22 July 2017 at Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.

     Madison Legerski is the daughter of Joseph Julius Legerski Jr. and Jamie S. (?)

     Matthew Sean Legerski is the son of Robert Patrick Legerski and Bonnie Lynn Struck. Matthew Sean Legerski married Meagan Rose Pearson, daughter of Dennis Tay Pearson and Kaylene Larae Raby, on 25 October 2014 at 2050 Creek Road, Sandy, Salt Lake Co., Utah.

     Michael Andrew Legerski was born on 5 September 1917 at New Jersey. He was the son of Michael Frank Legerski and Anna Roman.¹ Michael Andrew Legerski died on 23 September 1999 at Evanston, Uinta Co., Wyoming, at age 82.¹

     Michael Frank Legerski was born on 29 September 1893 at Koniakau, Pau Cres-yn, Poland.² He married Anna Roman on 20 May 1916.¹ Michael Frank Legerski died on 19 January 1970 at Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming, at age 76.² He was buried at Rock Springs Cemetery, Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.²

     Paul A. Legerski is the son of Anthony Paul Legerski and Rosina C. Caserotto.¹ Paul A. Legerski married Carol (?)¹

     Robert Patrick Legerski was born on 24 April 1959 at Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.¹ He was the son of Joseph Julius Legerski and Edith Lucas. Robert Patrick Legerski graduated in June 1977 at Rock Springs High School, Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.¹ He married Bonnie Lynn Struck, daughter of George William Struck and Georgia Fay Warfel, on 4 June 1977 at Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.¹ Robert Patrick Legerski graduated in 1981 at University of Wyoming, Laramie, Albany Co., Wyoming, Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Education.¹ In 2005 Robert Patrick Legerski was a teacher, at Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming. He retired in June 2016 at Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming. He lived in 2023 at 506 Lewis St., Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming. He died on 14 April 2023 at 2017 Carson St., Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming, at age 63.¹



Robert Patrick Legerski
April 24, 1959 - April 14, 2023

Robert “Bob” Legerski, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones Friday, April 14, 2023, at his home in Rock Springs, Wyoming. He was a life-long resident of Rock Springs. He battled courageously for life until the end.

He was born April 24, 1959 in Rock Springs; the son of Joseph Legerski and Edith “Bonnie” Legerski.

Bob attended schools in Rock Springs and was a 1977 graduate of Rock Springs High School. He attended University of Wyoming and received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Education.

He married the love of his life Bonnie Struck on June 4, 1977 in Rock Springs, Wyoming.

Bob was employed by Sweetwater County School District #1 as a Computer Technology teacher and coach for 32 years. He retired in May of 2015.

Following his retirement, he continued working with the youth community coaching junior high boys’ and girls’ basketball and the RSHS golf team.

He was a member of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community and the Knights of Columbus.

Bob was passionate about his faith and a fierce protector of his family, especially his grandchildren. He would devote as much time as possible with them. He spent his retirement being a sensitive caregiver for his mother, mother-in-law and aunt.

He took great pride in his yard spending most of the summer months outside. It was not uncommon to see him mow the lawn multiple times during the week, or find him sitting and admiring the flower gardens his wife planted.

He was an avid golfer; enjoyed hunting; fishing; camping and shopping for good deals at the pawn shop.

Survivors include his wife Bonnie of 45 years of Rock Springs, Wyoming; mother, Edith “Bonnie” Legerski of Rock Springs, Wyoming; mother-in-law, Georgia Fay Struck of Rock Springs, Wyoming; one son, Matthew Legerski and wife Meagan of St. George, Utah; one daughter, Kristin Legerski Doerr and husband Jason of Rock Springs, Wyoming; three brothers, Joe Legerski and wife Jamie of Daybreak, Utah; Bill Legerski and wife Jackie of Rock Springs, Wyoming and Tony Legerski and wife Bernie of Rock Springs, Wyoming; two sister-in-laws, Terri Redman and husband Steve of Lyman, Wyoming; Susan Nichols of Rock Springs, Wyoming one brother-in-law, Daniel Struck of Rock Springs, Wyoming; five grandchildren, Ava; Addie; Leah; Trey and Emri; one aunt, Isabel Muir; numerous cousins; six nieces; five nephews, life-long friend Gerald Mattinson of Laramie, Wyoming and several close friends in Rock Springs.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Legerski; father-in-law, George Struck; uncle, Louis Muir; one brother-in-law, Steve Nichols.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 10:30 A.M. Friday, April 21, 2023 at Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, 633 Bridger Avenue, Rock Springs, Wyoming. A Vigil Service with Rosary will be recited at 10:00 A.M. Friday, April, 21, 2023 at the church. Graveside Services and Interment will be in the Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery.

The family respectfully requests donations be made in Bob’s name to Inside Connection Pregnancy Resource Center, 731 C Street, Building B, Rock Springs, WY 82901or Hospice of Sweetwater County, 333 Broadway Street, Suite 220, Rock Springs, Wyoming 82901

https://www.vasefuneralhomes.com/obituary/robert-legerski.¹ He was buried on 21 April 2023 at Rock Springs Municipal Cemetery, Rock Springs, Sweetwater Co., Wyoming.

     Sara Marie Legerski is the daughter of William M. Legerski and Jackie Radosevich.¹

     Sydney Legerski is the daughter of Anthony C. Legerski and Bernadette Marie Erramouspe.

     Trey Matthew Legerski is the son of Matthew Sean Legerski and Meagan Rose Pearson.

     William M. Legerski is the son of Joseph Julius Legerski and Edith Lucas. William M. Legerski married Jackie Radosevich on 23 January 1988.¹

     Steven Arthur Lehman married Lou Ellen Perkins, daughter of Dr. Clarence Russell Perkins and Eleanor Jane Erickson, on 14 January 1989 at Pierce Co., Washington.

     Terrie Lehr married John Donald Spilman, son of Donald Kenneth Spilman and Barbara Gail Dalton, on 19 June 1999 at Carmel, Hamilton Co., Indiana.

     Daniel Leighty was born in 1797 at Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.² He was the son of Jacob Leighty and Frances Fuchs. Daniel Leighty married Margaret McGinity.¹ Daniel Leighty died on 22 February 1881 at Vermont, Fulton Co., Illinois.² He was buried at Vermont Cemetery, Vermont, Fulton Co., Illinois.²

     Frances Leighty was born on 31 October 1817 at Dunbar Twsp., Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.² She was the daughter of Daniel Leighty and Margaret McGinity.³ E.B. Harn Sheets have Frances born about 1820. Frances "Fanny" LEIGHTY (?) in letter of 16Jul1996. Frances Leighty was born on 6 February 1820 at Dunbar Twsp., Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.³ She married John Hanson Thornton Harn, son of Thomas Sillingsby Harn and Priscilla Fleming, circa 1836 at Pennsylvania. Frances Leighty was buried at Moravia Cemetery, Moravia, Appanoose Co., Iowa.⁴ She died circa 1865 at Vermont, Fulton Co., Illinois.³

     Francis Leighty was born on 31 October 1817 at Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.¹ She was the daughter of Henry L. Leighty and Sarah Smith. Francis Leighty married John Henry Merrel in 1847 at Fayette Co., Pennsylvania. Francis Leighty was also known as Fanny. She married John Hanson Thornton Harn, son of Thomas Sillingsby Harn and Priscilla Fleming, on 15 April 1863 at Pennsylvania. Francis Leighty died on 28 March 1889 at Vermont, Fulton Co., Illinois, at age 71.¹ She was buried at Vermont Cemetery, Vermont, Fulton Co., Illinois.¹

     Henry L. Leighty was born in 1782 at Dunbar, Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He was the son of Jacob Leighty and Frances Fuchs. Henry L. Leighty married Sarah Smith circa 1810 at Fayette Co., Pennsylvania. Henry L. Leighty married Margaret A. Varnes circa 1830. Henry L. Leighty died on 4 April 1844 at Dunbar, Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He was buried at Leighty Family Cemetery, Vanderbilt, Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.¹

     Jacob Leighty was born in 1748.¹ He married Frances Fuchs. Jacob Leighty died on 2 January 1841 at Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.¹ He was buried at Leighty Family Cemetery, Vanderbilt, Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.¹

     SOURCE: Personal information from Bert Carlson on 18Aug1995. James Leisey married Mary Carlson, daughter of Lawrence Berton Carlson and Selma Theresa Louise Boldt, after 1982.¹ James Leisey and Mary Carlson were divorced.¹ James Leisey died before 2011.¹

     Marian Leitz married August Ferdinand Voigt.

     Ancestral File Number 8M55-WF lists name as Charlotte LeMaistre. AFN CT1P-Z3 lists name as Charlotte LeMAISTRE (HUBERT). Her Ancestral File Number is CT1P-Z3, submitted by Cynthia Lou Cowell. Charlotte LeMestre was born in 1663 at France.² She married Daniel L'Estrainge, son of Henry D'Estreng and Marie Babault, on 21 August 1680.³ Charlotte LeMestre died in 1722 at Fairfield Co., Connecticut.² She was buried at Strang Cemetery, Greenwich, Fairfield Co., Connecticut.²

     Phillip Lemming married Philomene Angelia Dupuis, daughter of Francis Cartillery Dupuis and Mary Marie Bell.

     Lee Harold Lemon married Sandra Lee Perry on 1 May 1965 at Lane Co., Oregon. Lee Harold Lemon and Sandra Lee Perry were divorced on 25 October 1984 at Lane Co., Oregon.

     Antionette Lenhard was born circa April 1877 at Mishawaka, St. Joseph Co., Indiana, CENSUS: 1900 IN, St. Joseph Co., South Bend, E.D. 118, Sheet 3.¹ She married Andrew Longley Shimp, son of John M. Shimp and Sara Josephine Longley, on 15 November 1899 at St. Joseph's Church, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., Indiana.^2,3,1 Antionette Lenhard also went by the name of Nettie. She died on 13 January 1960 at 328 W. 7th St., South Bend, St. Joseph Co., Indiana.¹

The South Bend Tribune Newspaper (Indiana), Thursday 14 Jan 1960:

Mrs. Antoinette Shimp.
Mrs. Antoinette Shimp, 82, of 409 ½ Lincoln Way W., South Bend, died at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday in the home of her sister, Theresa Parent, 328 W. 7th St., with whom she had been living. She had been ill for several months. Mrs. Shimp was born in Mishawaka. She had lived in Chicago for several years returning here in 1956. She married Andrew L. Shimp in St. Joseph's Church here, Nov. 15, 1899, he died June 9, 1956. Surviving other that her sister, Mrs. Parent, are a brother, Frank Lenhard, of this city; four nephews and nieces. Friends may call in the Thallemer-Goethals Funeral Chapel after 7 p.m. today and until the funeral services at 9 a.m. Saturday in the St. Joseph's Church. Very Rev. Msgr. Curt A. Sielzer, pastor, will officiate and burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, South Bend.



The South Bend Tribune Newspaper (Indiana), Friday 15 Jan 1960, page 31.     
SHIMP - Funeral services for Mrs. Antoinette Shimp, 82, of 409 ½ Lincoln Way W., South Bend , who died Wednesday, will take place at 9 a.m. Saturday in St. Joseph's Church. Very Rev. Msgr. Curt A. Sielzer, pastor, will officiate and burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, South Bend. Friends may call in the Thallemer-Goethals Funeral Chapel and the rosary will be recited there at 7:30 p.m. today. Pallbearers will be Alden and Richard Lenhard, William Friday, Louis and Arthur Parent and Irving Rotkowski.¹ She was buried on 16 January 1960 at Riverview Cemetery, South Bend, St. Joseph Co., Indiana.^1,4

     John Lenox was the son of Nelson Lenox and Jane Arbuckle.

     Ledocia Lenox was the daughter of Nelson Lenox and Jane Arbuckle.