Walter Lewis Elm

Funeral services for Walter Elm, 71-year-old Kaycee resident, who passed away Thursday, July 04, 2024, in Buffalo, will be held Monday, July 15, 2024, 1:00 PM at the Harold Jarrard Park Building in Kaycee, Wyoming with Reverend Carole S. Buckingham officiating. A private graveside service will follow. Donations in Walter's memory may be made to the HJP Foundation, In care of 873 Barnum Road, Kaycee, Wyoming 82639. Online condolences may be made at www.harnessfuneralhome.com.
Walter Lewis Elm, a lifelong resident of Kaycee, Wyoming, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2024, at the age of 71. Walter was born on August 25, 1952, to Leonard and Katherine Elm, in the same close-knit town he would call home his entire life.
Walter grew up surrounded by the vast beauty of Wyoming, attending grade school through high school in Kaycee. His early years were spent working on the family ranch, where he developed a profound connection to the land and a work ethic that would define his character. His life's journey led him to a career in the oilfields, where he was employed by E and B Ditching and L&L Oil. In the 1990s, Walter took over his mother's postal route, serving the community he cherished with dedication and a friendly wave for everyone he met.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Walter continued to work on the family ranch, a testament to his deep roots and commitment to his heritage. He was a man of many talents, known for his handy and spirited nature. Walter's intelligence shone through in everything he did, whether fixing a stubborn piece of machinery or navigating the complexities of rural life.
An avid lover of the outdoors, Walter's passions included hunting for arrowheads, a hobby that allowed him to touch the history of his beloved Wyoming landscape. He was also an experienced hunting guide, sharing his knowledge and love for hunting with others. Walter's circle of friends and family knew him as a man who valued the simple pleasures of life, and his loyal dog Joe was never far from his side.
Walter is survived by his brothers, Dennis and his wife Nancy of Kaycee, Kent and his wife Linda, also of Kaycee, his extended family of numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Walter was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Audrey.