John Michael Kobielusz quietly went on home to be with family on April 17,2021. John was born in Buffalo, Wyoming on June 22nd, 1947 to Joe and Agnes Kobielusz. We think, after John was born the doctor forgot to document the birth and went fishing. When he returned he couldn’t remember the exact date or time.

John grew up exploring the hills surrounding Thermopolis with his Brothers. After graduation he became one of Uncle Sam’s boys and served our country as a harbor master in Korea. When he returned he spent some time in California helping his uncle painting and doing general maintenance. He returned back to Thermopolis where he met the love of his life, Janet Hopkin. They were married in September 5,1970. John and Janet later moved Glenrock where he went to work for Exxon as a blaster. While in Glenrock they welcomed two sons, Justin(1973) and Jacob (1975). In 1981 the family moved to Gillette where he continued working for Exxon (and later Peabody) at Caballo and Rawhide Mine. John retired 37 years later from Caballo still having a blast. It was shortly after that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, which he battled with a positive attitude and a smile until he passed.

John was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He will always be remembered for his dedication to his family and his love for helping other people. He is preceded in death by his parents Joe and Agnes, as well as his brothers Joe, Jerry, Jim, David, and twin infant granddaughters. He is survived by his wife Janet and his sons Justin (Carla) and Jacob (Erin) Kobielusz. He also leaves behind 7 grandkids, who were his world: Gareth, Tage, Maurin, Kiya, Torin, Jace, and Triston Kobielusz.

Funeral services with a viewing will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2021. The viewing will be at 10:00am and funeral services at 11:00am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Stake Center, 1500 Ohara Drive, Gillette, WY 82716. Bishop Dan Erickson will be officiating. Burial will take place on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 11:00am at Monument Hill Cemetery in Thermopolis, WY. With Military Honors.

Memorials to honor John may be made to:

Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center1000 S Douglas Hwy, Gillette, WY 82716

https://www.cchwyo.org/services/the-legacy-living-and-rehabilitation-center/

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Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with local arrangements.

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