Gregory Martin Velasquez

Gregory Martin Velasquez passed away at his home with his beloved wife by his side on December 22, 2021 after a short illness. He was born on May 20, 1962 to Frank G. and Socorro Velasquez in Denver, CO. He grew up in Lafayette, graduating from Centaurus High School in 1980. After graduation, he moved to WY, where he worked for Go Electric and Farris Trucking in Edgerton, WY. He worked for the Handleman Company for many years, where he traveled the country promoting music artists. Greg met many famous people throughout his career; his favorite being Waylon Jennings. Afterwards, he worked for various placed in Casper, including the Ramkota Hotel, Sportsman's, and bartending for Chatters, the VFW, and Taylor's Bar. He worked for Bed Bath and Beyond from it's opening in Casper until his death.

Greg married the love of his life and soulmate, Billie Sullivan, on October 20, 2010. He gained a daughter, Alexis, in this union. Greg and Billie were never apart, spending countless time hunting, fishing, and camping together. They enjoyed the outdoors and just spending time with each other and their families. They loved their many trips to Deadwood, often going twice a year.

Every stranger Greg met became a lifelong friend. He lived his life to the fullest and will be truly missed by many.

Greg is preceded in death by his father, Frank G. Velasquez, and both sets of grandparents.

He is survived by his wife, Billie; daughter, Alexis Sullivan (Evansville, WY); mother, Socorro Velasquez; sister, Jeraldine Fresquez; nieces, Desiree Neiberger (Loveland, CO) and Corinne (James) Martinez (Lafayette, CO); nephew, Adam Fresquez (Loveland, CO); and brother and sister-in-law, Jason and Carly Sullivan (Casper, WY). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and countless beloved friends.

Services for Greg will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 04, 2022 at 11:00 AM. A Celebration of Life will be held at his home at 5212 Nash Street in Mills following the service. His family requests that you wear something with the color burgundy in Greg's honor. His ashes will be spread in Greys River later this summer.

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