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Oliver Stenbak Jr.

On Wednesday, November 11, 2020, Oliver C. Stenbak Jr., loving husband, father and grandfather passed away at his home in Moorcroft, WY at the age of 73.

Oliver was born on December 20, 1946 in Powers Lake, ND to Oliver C. Stenbak Sr. and Evelyn (Webb). Oliver was drafted in 1966 and served the Army.

Upon returning from Vietnam, Oliver married Judith Ann Johnson on November 22, 1968. The couple moved to Gillette, WY in 1970.

They had son, Brian and daughter, Tande. The family moved to an acreage near Moorcroft, WY in 1982. 

Oliver spent his career working for different companies as a truck driver, heavy equipment operator and a mechanic. He enjoyed working on machinery, gardening, driving into town for coffee and his animals. 

Oliver is preceded in death by his dad, Oliver and mom, Evelyn, and brother Howard. Oliver is survived by his wife of nearly 52 years, Judi, son Brian (Mary Ann) Stenbak and daughter, Tande Stenbak; brothers Melvyn, Norman, Steven and sister Marcia Schroeder; grandkids, Benjamin, Parker, Ruby, Mariah and Elliot; and his honorary grandkids Corbin and Caleb Thiry.

No memorial service will be held at this time. Condolences can be sent to Judi at 55 Trailcreek Dr. Moorcroft, WY 82721.