IT ALL STARTED WHEN…

“We were looking for a better way of life”

Brown J. Ewing graduated from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, with two Bachelors’ degrees; one in Accounting and one in Finance. In 2013, his family made a major life decision and moved to Casper.  “We were looking for a better way of life where we could work to live, not live to work.”  We were pleased to find that this philosophy was exemplified in the Casper community,” says Brown.

Brown has expertise in a variety of industries applied to individual, partnership and corporate taxation. Brown is a Certified Public Accountant in Wyoming and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Central Wyoming Chapter of CPA’s and the Wyoming Society of Certified Public Accountants.

IT ALL STARTED WHEN...

"I lost loved ones to cancer."

Ryea' is a native of Casper. After losing several family members and friends to cancer, she understands the struggles faced by those with cancer and their families. She is passionate about community and building relationships to help those in need.

Ryea' enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching her children play competitive sports and reading. She is active in her local community, also serving as a board member for the Blue Envelope Health Fund and member of Reveille Rotary.

IT ALL STARTED WHEN...

"I realized how much I care."

Dr. Tobin is a native of Casper. After decades of treating cancer patients in Wyoming, he truly understands that healing is more than just medicine. His patients are family to him. He believes in relationships and building trust between patients, other physicians, and the community.

Dr. Tobin has been an active member of the WFCC since its beginning. He enjoys fishing, hiking and spending time with his wife and two daughters.

IT ALL STARTED WHEN...

"I realized how much I enjoy helping others."

Kara was born in Fremont County, specifically Lander. She moved to Riverton and then Casper at a very young age. To Kara, family always comes first. She has a daughter, 6 nieces and nephews and enjoys spending time with all of them in the beauty of Wyoming's outdoors. Her absolute favorite thing to do is smile and laugh!

Kara has worked in healthcare since 2003 and with Rocky Mountain Oncology for 10 years. She is proud to have served on the WFCC Board for 7 years. She looks forward to many more years helping those with cancer.

IT ALL STARTED WHEN...

"I saw and felt the importance of paying it forward."

Susie McMurry is as native a Wyomingite as it gets. She was born and raised in Hanna where her family operated the Home Ranch Motel, Gas Station, Bar and Café. She attended Casper College and graduated from the University of Wyoming with B.A. in Education.  As a young teacher in Casper, she fell in love with Mick McMurry.

Together they embraced their community and started a family.  In addition to her daughters and grandchildren, she helped raise over 20 foster children in Natrona County.  Many, many children, young and old, call her Nana.  In 1998, she and Mick started the McMurry Foundation and have been paying it forward ever since.   

In addition to her other volunteer work, Susie has supported cancer patients through smiles and volunteering with the Angels Program at Rocky Mountain Oncology. 

IT ALL STARTED WHEN…

“I went through chemo and radiation myself”

Judy Murray is a Casper native who loves her hometown and just enjoys life. After Judy was diagnosed with breast cancer she went through chemo and radiation here in Casper. After coming through her treatments with the support of her chemo buddy and all of the staff at Rocky Mountain Oncology, she wanted to give back, so she became an Angel volunteer helping other cancer patients get through their treatments.

Judy is a devoted mother, wife, and volunteer. The most important thing in Judy’s life is her family; her husband Critter and her four amazing children, Slim, Sam, Sally, and Ned.

Right now Judy rocks around Casper, helping everyone she can, enjoying life and enjoying her time with Ned before he graduates high school.

IT ALL STARTED WHEN...

"My mother and I both became cancer survivors."

Sam Carrick is the Patient Navigator at Rocky Mountain Oncology. She coordinates with everyone involved in a patient's treatment plan and makes sure all the pieces are working together.  

As a cancer survivor herself, Sam understands the trials faced on the cancer journey. She feels that healing is more than just medicine and wants to help patients and their families understand it doesn't have to be a scary place; it's hope-filled.

Sam enjoys spending time with her husband and extended family and friends in Wyoming's beautiful outdoors. She is an active volunteer for many events and always ready to lend a hand.

IT ALL STARTED WHEN…

“I was asked to help raise money for the Angels Program.”

Anthony Martinez is a lifetime Casperite and active in supporting the community and many nonprofit organizations.  As an active member of Casper Rotary, he founded the Casper Cares Golf Tournament for Rotary International.

IT ALL STARTED WHEN... 

"on my 21st birthday I was diagnosed with a cancer I am still fighting"

Molly Johnson is a Wyoming native through and through.  Born and raised in Casper, Wyoming, she attended Academy of Hair Design before heading off to college at Northwest Community College in Powell, Wyoming to start an education degree. After being diagnosed, she moved back to Casper to be near her parents/family and finish college. While undergoing treatments and surgeries, she finished her B.A. in education from UW/CC. 

After she left working in the NCSD#1 school district, Molly decided to open a salon and pursue being a cosmetologist full time instead of part-time.  It is a passion which lead her to volunteering (another passion) for the Angels Cancer Care program to help with wig assistance, head shaving, beauty advice and connecting with other cancer patients.  Molly has been an Angel volunteer for 12 years now.  If she is not working or volunteering at various organizations, you can find her with her husband, son and/or other family.