The Obituary Section

Scott Petrich

, Wyoming

If ever there was a song that described Scott Petrich it was Long Haired Country Boy by The Charlie Daniels Band. Scott was a man who marched to the beat of his own drum held firmly to his convictions and made no apologies for being exactly who he was. He wasnt interested in following the crowd or living by anyone elses rules. A true outdoorsman with an adventurous spirit Scott loved the mountains camping fishing fourwheeling shooting and backpacking. Over the years he enjoyed camping and backpacking excursions often venturing out alone and countless times alongside family and friends. Those fortunate enough to share these experiences with Scott were left with a lifetime of stories and cherished memories. Scott was born on August 1 1956 in Powell Wyoming to John D. Petrich and Paula Ann Petrich. He spent his childhood in Byron Wyoming growing up alongside his beloved younger sister…

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Jelaleddin Jelal Gochmyradov

, Wyoming

May 31, 2005 — October 8, 2026

Jelaleddin Jelal Gochmyradov age 21 passed away on October 9th 2026 in Billings Montana surrounded by family. Jelal was born in Mary Turkmenistan on June 1st 2005 to Gochmyrat and Gyzylgul Agajanov. He was the oldest of three boys. He grew up in Mary playing soccer excelling academically and hanging out with friends and family. During his schooling years he learned to speak four different languages and gained an appreciation for many different cultures. At a college career day in Turkmenistan Northwest College in Powell Wyoming had a booth and it caught Jelals eye. He graduated from high school in June 2023 and moved to Powell in the fall to continue his education. Soon after he met and fell in love with Maddie Felkins of Lovell Wyoming. They married in July of 2025. Together they had many adventures including a lifelong dream of seeing Messi play soccer in Florida. Jelal…

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