Wyoming
Former Wyoming First Lady Sherri Geringer dies after extended illness
CASPER, Wyo. – Former Wyoming First Lady Sherri Geringer has died after a prolonged illness.
Sherri Geringer (Sharyn Louise Slentz), was born in 1945 according to the Wyoming State Archives, and served as First Lady of Wyoming during her husband Jim Geringer’s term as governor from 1995 to 2003.
According to a release issued by their son, Rep. Rob Geringer, the First Lady died just two weeks after the Geringers celebrated their 58th anniversary.
Services are planned in their hometown of Wheatland, and in Cheyenne, they said.
The full release follows:
Governor Jim Geringer and family regretfully announce the passing of former First Lady Sherri Geringer on April 5, 2025, after an extended illness. Her passing came just two weeks after Jim and Sherri celebrated their 58th anniversary with their 33 kids, grandkids, great-grandkids, and bonus family members. Sherri went to be with her Lord, undoubtedly greeted with great joy and celebration led by her parents, Bob and Winnie Slentz and grandson, Jaden Ramsey. She loved to serve her family, her community, and people around the state and was dedicated to her volunteer work with many organizations such as Raising Readers, Women’s Civic League of Cheyenne, and her church. Sherri left a lasting impact on all who knew her. Her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering strength touched the hearts of everyone she encountered. Whether through a kind word, a quiet gesture, or a moment of laughter, she had a way of making people feel seen and valued. Her legacy lives on in the lives she enriched, the love she shared, and the memories we carry forward.
An announcement with details of memorial services in Cheyenne and Wheatland will follow soon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests well-wishers donate to a charity of their choice in Sherri’s memory or to one dear to her heart such as Raising Readers in Wyoming, Cheyenne Women’s Civic League, or a local domestic violence shelter. The family is also requesting short stories of the public’s fond memories of Sherri, which may be read during her memorial service. Please email MrsGWyoming@gmail.com.
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Gaining the knowledge to become an outdoorsy type of person isn’t easy. It takes time, dedication, and the desire to sometimes get out of your comfort zone. Sure, if you grew up in the outdoors, but it’s been a while since you’ve actually been out hunting, fishing, hiking, or camping, you may be a little rusty, but you have a leg up on those who haven’t.
If you’re in Wyoming, there’s a good chance that taking advantage of the incredible outdoor activities we have available has crossed your mind, but where to start is the big question. Asking others for help is one way, but there’s sometimes an element of intimidation or embarrassment involved.
If you’re a woman looking for that help and want to avoid the intimidation, you should really check out the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s Becoming an Outdoor Woman (BOW) workshops this summer. It’s held at the Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp near Dubois, and everything you need to learn about the outdoors is provided, including food and lodging.
The registration deadline is March 31, meaning you have just a couple of weeks to apply for one or all of the offered workshops.
There are multiple options available depending on your level of outdoor knowledge.
Basic BOW Workshop: Introductory level camp teaching outdoor survival, basic fly fishing, backpacking, how to shoot, outdoor photography, and more. There will be two of these workshops, June 5-7 and August 7-9. $150
Fly Fishing Beyond BOW Workshop: The focus here is on fly fishing. Learn the basics and then put them to use. This workshop runs July 30 – Aug 2. $150
Backpacking Beyond BOW: This workshop is all about backpacking, hiking, cooking on the trail, adjusting to the trail, and preparing for the trip. You’ll learn how to properly pack your bag, set up camp, and then head out on an overnight trip. July 30 – Aug 2. $150
Become a BOW Instructor: Here’s where you put your years of experience to work by sharing your skills and knowledge with others, helping them learn the tricks and tips of the outdoors.
Not only will these workshops help get you started on a life in the outdoors, but you’re likely going to gain some street cred with your family when you can teach them the skills they’ll need to get out and celebrate a Wyoming lifestyle.
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