Memorial services, processionals planned to honor Simpson

Memorial services, processionals planned to honor Simpson

Former Wyoming Senator Alan Simpson toasts Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon during the 2019 Inaugural Gala on Jan. 7, at the Cheyenne Little America. (Dan Cepeda, Oil City)

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CHEYENNE, Wyo. — People will be able to pay their respects to the late U.S. Sen. Alan Simpson, who will lie in state in the Wyoming State Capitol rotunda on March 27 and 28.

A processional will arrive at the Wyoming Capitol at approximately 8:45 a.m. Thursday with a military procession from 26th Street, between the Herschler buildings and through the north doors of the Wyoming Capitol. Chief Justice Kate Fox will offer brief remarks upon the arrival of the casket.

The Capitol will remain open until 8 p.m. Thursday to accommodate visitation, and will open at 7 a.m. Friday.

A military procession of the casket will take place at 2 p.m. Friday with a short prayer service conducted by Rev. Christian Paul Basel, Rector of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church of Cheyenne, as well as remarks by Simpson’s brother, Dr. Peter K. Simpson, and Gov. Mark Gordon.

The Simpson family will also host a free public celebration of life for the senator at the University of Wyoming’s Arena Auditorium at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 29.

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“When fire season begins, seeing our aircraft on the flight line means we’re ready to assist wherever needed,” said Lt. Col. Christopher Valine of the Cowboy Guard.


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This crucial exercise ensures our crews stay sharp in aerial firefighting, ready to support the U.S. Forest Service when wildfires strike. From low-altitude drops to operating at max weight in tough terrain, this training pushes our aircrews to the limit.

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Gallery Credit: Kolby Fedore, TSM

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