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Ramona Rogers was a senior at the University of Wyoming studying electrical engineering when she lost her life in an automobile accident in March of 1988. Ramona graduated from Cheyenne East High School as class valedictorian. She was also a state high school rodeo barrel racing champion.
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Clayton L. Owens
I remember Ramona as pretty much one of the most intelligent persons I ever knew.We were in elementary school together.
I was in the hospital with asthma (in March 1988) when my Mom brought me the article about her loss.
All I have to add for now is that I-80 needs to be sanded much more than it was/is and that a tunnel to Laramie would be a good idea to prevent future accidents/tragedies. The tunnel could be through the worst part of I-80 where the wind and snow and ice are the worst, near the summit.
We all miss you, Ramona!!!
Tara Wheeler (Hagan)
I think of Ramona often because we took ski lessons together at Medicine Bow Ski Area which is now Snowy Range. I think we were in Jr. High. Our instructor told us "you girls now had the skills to be great skiers, all you need is many, many miles under your belt." I specifically remember getting off the T-Bar lift with Ramona, turning to the Right and following her down a black run. I have now lived in Jackson Hole for 20 years. I have had the opportunity to get those many, many miles of skiing under my belt. I feel thankful for every turn I make, because I've been so fortunate to make them. I often think, "Ramona, this turn is for you!" It feels sad to write this, but nice to have wonderful memories.Stephanie Wold (Anderson)
Ramona was the most incredible person I ever knew. She was so smart, witty and had more passion for life than most people you will ever meet. I was pretty shy and a recluse, but Ramona really had a huge impact on me in jr. high. Ramona taught me to laugh at myself, which is probably one of the most important things I learned. Ramona also got me so stinkin' drunk a few times in highschool that I'm surprised I didn't get kicked off the VB/BB/Track teams. And she never made fun of me for being in band. Ramona roomed with Stephanie Troyer(Brocker) and my sister at UW. They were great friends. That girl made a huge imprint on them, as well as everyone that met her. Bye Mona - we still miss you.