Clifford Lawrence Brubaker

Funeral services for Larry Brubaker, 83-year-old Kaycee resident who passed away peacefully at the Johnson County Health Care Center in Buffalo on Tuesday, will be held on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Johnson County Fairgrounds in Buffalo with Reverend Carol Buckingham officiating. A visitation will be held at the Harness Funeral Chapel on Thursday, August 28th from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Friday August 29th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Memorial donations in Larry's name may be made to the Larry Brubaker Memorial Fund at 2402 Irigary Road, Kaycee Wyoming 82639, to help support youth ranching programs and scholarships. Online condolences may be made at www.harnessfuneralhome.com.

Clifford Lawrence Brubaker Jr., known affectionately to friends and family as Larry, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, in Buffalo, Wyoming, due to respiratory failure. Born on April 5, 1942, in Worland, Wyoming, Larry was a man whose generous spirit, selfless nature, and loving heart left a lasting impact on all who knew him.

Larry's formative years were spent in the close-knit community of Manderson, where he graduated from high school before attending Casper College. His education, however, took a detour when he was drafted into the Army, serving his country with honor as a military police officer. Upon returning home, he dedicated himself to working alongside his father on their family ranch in Ten Sleep, Wyoming. In 1975, Larry took a significant step by leasing the Hoe Creek Ranch, a decision that would define his life's work. He later purchased the ranch in the late '80s, cementing his legacy as a lifelong rancher.

Larry's life was rich with the love of his family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Valerie Mills, his loving daughter, Susan Brubaker-Frazier, his son-in-law, Ben Frazier, his cherished son, Saylor Brubaker, and his adored grandchildren, Piper, Daylon, and Adrien. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford Brubaker and Mary-Margaret Taylor, as well as his sisters, Nancy Dooley and Mary-Margaret Leithead, leaving behind his brother, Robert Brubaker, to carry on the family's storied legacy.

In his leisure, Larry found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was a skilled pitch player, often found at the card table surrounded by friends and family, sharing laughter and camaraderie. Auctions were a particular delight for Larry, where he could indulge his love for the thrill of the bid and the satisfaction of a good find. Visitors were always welcome at Larry's home, where he enjoyed their company over cold coffee and warm Budweiser. His grandkids, who he adored, always knew their grandfather was there to keep them "straightened out" with his unique blend of humor and wisdom.

Larry's life was a testament to the virtues of generosity, selflessness, and love. His open heart and home, his dedication to his family and ranch, and his unassuming way of helping others are the hallmarks of a life well-lived. He was a pillar of his community, a devoted family man, and a true friend to many.

As we bid farewell to Clifford Lawrence Brubaker Jr., we honor a life that exemplified the best of us. His legacy will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to have been touched by his kindness and enduring spirit. Larry's memory will be cherished and kept alive in the stories told at family gatherings, in the lessons he imparted to his grandchildren, and in the wide-open spaces of the Wyoming ranch he so dearly loved.