Randy Lynn Anderson, 69, of Laramie passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at his home in Laramie.
Randy was born June 8, 1954, in Laramie, Wyoming to Lucile (Wood) and Herbert C. Anderson of Walden, Colorado. He spent his childhood on the family ranch, near Walden, graduating from North Park High School in 1972. He received an associate’s degree in photography from Colorado Mountain College in 1974 and completed his bachelor’s degree in general agriculture from Colorado State University in 1978. Randy went on to work at the University of Wyoming Extension office as the agricultural extension agent of Carbon County. In 1982 he married the love of his life, Betsy (Elizabeth) Lodge, in Boulder, Colorado. Randy and Betsy then moved to Laramie in 1985 where they started their family. The move also allowed Randy to work at the state office of cooperative extension, based at the University of Wyoming, and work towards his masters in instructional technology at the UW College of Education, graduating in 1989. After retiring from the College of Agriculture in 2011, Randy went to work at a number of part-time jobs around Laramie, including the transportation department at Albany County School District 1. He loved 4-H, clocks, judging county fairs in Colorado and Wyoming, but mainly his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter, Hannah Marie and his brother, Frederick. He is survived by his loving wife Betsy, son and daughter-in-law, Westley and Megan Anderson, daughter and son-in-law, Kaycee and Bowen Ragland, his beloved grandchildren, Hannah Elizabeth and Benny Mo Ragland, his brother and sister-in-law, Philip and Debbi Anderson of Walden as well as aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 8th, 2:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Laramie. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Randy’s name to your local 4-H Club or the First United Methodist Church of Laramie.
25 Comments To "Randy Lynn Anderson"
#1 Comment By Rhonda Johnson On April 22, 2024 @ 5:52 pm
Dear Betsy and family, I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
#2 Comment By LeRoy Jons On April 23, 2024 @ 9:28 am
I have known Randy since the 1980s and we worked together at while living in Rawlins, I was with the USDA and Randy with extension. We have maintained that friendship since that time. Great friend we will miss you Randy. Prayers to the family
#3 Comment By Betty Holmes On April 23, 2024 @ 3:26 pm
Randy and I started with the Wyoming Cooperative Extension Service at the same time in 1978 and we retired the same year in 2011, so I’ve always felt a special bond with Randy. Rest in peace dear friend — rest in peace.
#4 Comment By Jane Robbe Rhodes On April 23, 2024 @ 6:07 pm
Dear Betsy and family, please know we are praying for you. So sorry to hear of Randy’s passing. May God’s peace and comfort surround you always. Jane Robbe Rhodes
#5 Comment By Kay Kohler On April 24, 2024 @ 11:33 am
Betsy,
My heart goes out to you in the loss of your beloved Randy. I remember how devoted he was when your children were born. May happy memories of times gone by help to heal the hole in your heart.
#6 Comment By Beth Hulett Fly On April 24, 2024 @ 4:53 pm
Betsy, my heart is broken to see of Randy’s passing. I pray he is visiting with my parents. My love and prayers to you and your family.
#7 Comment By Kendra Wardlaw On April 24, 2024 @ 7:22 pm
Thinking of all of you, Wes, Kaycee, Betsy and family. So sorry for your tremendous loss. Randy was such a kind man. Lots of love from Alaska- Kendra and Kadence Wardlaw
#8 Comment By Marla Voos On April 25, 2024 @ 4:24 am
Betsy – I’m just heartbroken for you….The neighborhood will miss him!!
#9 Comment By Peggy Rieke On April 25, 2024 @ 9:02 am
Betsy, Wes and Kaycee-what a shock to learn of Randy’s unexpected passing. I have a lot of found memories of Randy while we were at CSU. He was so helpful to 4-Hers in the Poultry program. He leaves befind many memories to so many people. He made a difference.
#10 Comment By Roy and Nancy Kern On April 26, 2024 @ 6:06 pm
Betsy, Wes, and Kaycee, Roy and I send our sincere Sympathy. Randy was a big help in 4-H Shooting Sports. RIP Randy. Prayers, Hugs, and Love,
Roy and Nancy Kern
#11 Comment By Debbie Fisher On April 27, 2024 @ 11:47 am
Betsy, I’m so sorry for your loss! Just know I’m here for you, you do not have to walk this journey alone. Prayers to you my dear friend. Debbie Fisher
#12 Comment By Dan Nelson On April 27, 2024 @ 1:31 pm
Dear Betsy, Wes and Kaycee. I send you my deepest condolences on Randy’s passing. As the husband of an educational colleague or the father of their two children both of whom I taught, I always admired him as a truly caring spouse and family man. Sincerely, Dan Nelsoon
#13 Comment By Billie Eggleston On April 28, 2024 @ 7:28 am
Dear Betsy Wes and Kaycee Hugs And prayers to you all was a shock to hear about Randy I have Great Memories of you all from are Harmony School years You all take care and know Randy will be watching from above Love and care Billie
#14 Comment By Kathleen Eberhart On April 28, 2024 @ 5:57 pm
Betsy, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you have my deepest sympathies during this difficult time.
#15 Comment By Anonymous On May 1, 2024 @ 4:30 am
Sending our condolences. The Woirhaye families
#16 Comment By Mary Jo Yost On May 1, 2024 @ 6:58 am
Betsy and family, I am so very sorry and I hope in time you find Peace. Mary Jo Yost
#17 Comment By Tammy Sullivan On May 1, 2024 @ 9:59 am
Betsy my heart breaks for you and your family. Randy was loved by so many of us!
#18 Comment By Dean and Diane Mercil On May 1, 2024 @ 10:14 am
Betsy,
Sending prayers to you and your family!! Randy will be missed.
#19 Comment By Marilyn Sinclair On May 3, 2024 @ 5:33 am
Dear Betsy, I am so sorry to hear that Randy passed away. He was a kind soul and a good man. Most of all he was blessed to have had you as his partner in crime. May your memories give you comfort through the tough times. Randy will be beside you, watching over you and the family. Love you, Marilyn
#20 Comment By Wayne Butler On May 4, 2024 @ 6:11 pm
Betsy, I am saddened to learn of Randy’s passing. Our prayers are with your family during this time.
#21 Comment By Cindy & Lane Lindley On May 7, 2024 @ 9:40 am
Dear Betsy, Wes, Kaycee & family,
I am shocked and saddened to learn that Randy has passed. He was such a wonderful man, husband, father and friend. No matter how much time we share, it still seems too brief. You are all in my heart and prayers. The love and strength you share will support you through the days and weeks ahead. If there’s any way we can help, please reach out.
#22 Comment By Majewski family On May 9, 2024 @ 6:28 pm
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts to you and yours.
#23 Comment By Dennis & Suzanne Tschacher On May 14, 2024 @ 6:55 am
We are so sorry to hear about Randy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
#24 Comment By Mark Edward Miller On June 6, 2024 @ 3:40 pm
Betsy, you are in my prayers. I just heard about Randy. I worked with him in Carbon County when he was Extension Agent. The man loved Wyoming.
#25 Comment By Gunnar Anderson On June 8, 2024 @ 10:21 am
Dear Besty and family,
I am so sorry to hear that Randy has passed. I will truly miss his Christmas letters keeping us informed about his family and the adventures you and he had together. Not long ago I helped him with updating the family history that he maintained.
Thinking of you all and hoping God’s love will comfort you during this difficult time.