Don Williams, a true cowboy in both spirit and deed, passed into our Lord’s Hands on January 25, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family.

Don was born on November 6, 1939 in Oshoto, Wyoming to Charley and Nina Williams.

He lived a life defined by hard work, integrity and devotion to those he loved. A cowboy through and through, he believed in early mornings, honest labor, keeping his word and lending a hand without expecting anything in return. He spent his life taking care of his family, always putting their needs before his own and teaching by example what it meant to be strong, kind and dependable.

Don learned the cowboy way of life and a love of horses from his Dad and Uncles. There was no one better with a horse than Don. He was a legendary saddle bronc rider, a talented team roper and a successful chariot racer.

His first job was working for his uncle on a ranch in Livingston, Montana. He went on to work for the Wyoming Highway Department before becoming a brand inspector for the Wyoming Stockgrowers Association where he was made a District Supervisor. He eventually made his way to what he loved the most – ranching. He and Sherrill owned and operated the Shipwheel Ranch until his passing.

Don was a wonderful storyteller and loved recounting history and tales of the area. If there was a crowd gathered round you could bet you would find Don, where people listened with fascination to the stories he told.

He also loved mentoring, teaching and encouraging young people and gave many opportunities they might not have had to live and work the cowboy way of life.

He cherished his grandchildren. Nothing brought him more joy than time spent with them – sharing stories, laughter, lessons and unconditional love. To them, he was larger than life, a steady presence and a hero.

Don is survived by his beloved wife Sherrill; children Tina Finnerty (Dan), James Williams (Stephanie); grandchildren Jill Eovaldi (Nick), Kelsey Williams, and Cade Williams; his brother Dennis Williams (Grace); Sisters Jeannie Sides and Betty Payton, sister-in-law Minnie Williams and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Charley and Nina Williams, grandson Ben Finnerty, brother Chuck Williams, brother-in-law Earl Sides, and sisters Marie Williams and Dixie (Vance) Grubb.

Don will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Family Memorial will be planned for a later date.

Arrangements are under the care of Fidler-Roberts & Isburg Funeral Chapel of Sundance. Online condolences may be written at www.fidler-isburgfuneralchapels.com