Alan F. DePoorter

Alan Francis DePoorter passed away on January 30, 2025 at his home in Casper, WY, at the age of 66.

Alan was born in Wheatland, WY to Carol Ann (Wiberg) and Lyle F. DePoorter on February 25, 1958, joining his older sister, Debbie. When Alan was 6 years old, the family moved to Casper, WY, which became home for the DePoorter family.

Alan attended St. Anthony's School, Dean Morgan Junior High, and graduated from Natrona County High School. 

Upon graduation from High School, Alan entered the workforce with Forgey Construction Company before moving to California and beginning his career with Ralph Mitzel. Alan worked for Ralph Mitzel for over 20 years, doing what he loved: operating heavy machinery. Alan always stated, "Give me a dozer and I can level that to a gnat's ass". In 2015, Alan returned to his home state of Wyoming and went to work at the Coal Mine. Alan was fortunate to be able to retire in 2020, and he returned to Casper to rejoin his parents, where he remained until his death. 

Alan enjoyed all sports, but he enjoyed bowling and excelled in baseball. Alan played catcher throughout his baseball career; he was an excellent catcher. He passed his love for baseball on to his nephews and great-nephews. Fishing was also a passion of Alan's, and probably his greatest passion, as you could often find him on a lake or stream, fishing alongside his dad. Alan also enjoyed gambling, but he always "knew when to fold 'em". Most recently, Alan. began donating to the "Tunnel of Towers" charity, as it was a charity that he was very passionate about. 

Allan was survived by; his parents, Carol and Lyle DePoorter, and his Sister Rena, all of Casper; his Brother Jim (Cheryl) DePoorter, of California; his Nephews Evan (Cattien) DePoorter, Jason (Kristi) DePoorter, Chris (Julie) Gray and Matt (Brittany) Gray; his Nieces Melanie (Cody) Berens, and Emily DePoorter. He is also survived by his great-nieces and nephews, Alyssa, Kylan, and Tyler DePoorter, and Zander and Alexis Bernes, whom he always supported and adored. 

Alan was preceded in death by brother Mark, his sisters Debbie and Kelly, and his brother-in-law Mark Gray. 

Services will be held at Bustard's Funeral Home on Friday, February 7th, at 10 am, officiated by Father Clark Lenz; with a reception to follow at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, located at 1401 CY Ave, immediately following the service. 

In Lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Alan's memory to the Tunnel of Towers Foundation, which he held near and dear to his heart.