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Sackett—Judge Robert A.
The Hon. Robert A. Sackett passed peacefully on January 10, 2023 at age 83. He was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico to Helen and Frederick Sackett, professors at the University of Puerto Rico where His Honor received both undergrad and law degree. He passed the Puerto Rico and New York State Law Bar in 1964. With his bilingual/bicultural background he was awarded an Appellate Division, First Department Fellowship to open and head the new Legal Aid Society Office in the Bronx. In 1992 Mayor David Dinkins appointed Robert Sackett to the Criminal Court of New York City. In 2003 Judge Sackett was duly elected to the New York State Supreme Court where he remained until his retirement in 2016. He was always guided by a strong inherited belief and love of the Constitution (grandfather Harvard 1898, law 1900) where he balanced compassion with strength fighting for the "underdog." He was especially proud to have served as Deputy General Counsel for the New York State Special Commission on Attica. His delight in his family, friends and co-workers touched us all deeply. He is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years, Mercedes; his son Roberto; loving step-sons Robert and Vincent; precious grandchildren Costanza, Federico, Diego who live in Italy. Stateside loving grandchildren; Danna, Robert, Selena, Victoria, Anthony, Vincent and three great-grandchildren, Ryder, Kayden and Harper. A private memorial was held in Fajardo, Puerto Rico.

—New York Times, 23 Jul 2023

Mr. Ben Rogers, of Nantyglo
     The death has occurred of Mr. Ben Rogers, of 15, Bryn View, Nantyglo, at the age of 52. Mr. Rogers, who was well known, had worked at the Rose Heyworth Colliery since boyhood and was one of the representatives of the colliery on the Blaina and District Hospital Board of Management. He was keenly interested in music and the drama, and is survived by a widow and one son.
     The funeral took place at Brynmawr Cemetery on Wednesday with Rev. W. T. Hughes, D.Litt., officiating.
     The mourners were: Messrs. Islwyn Rogers, son; William Rogers, Sam Rogers, and Pryce Rogers, brothers; J. Dimmick, W. Sutton, W. Watkins, E. Jones, brothers-in-law; J. Dimmick, R. Watkins, G. Watkins, A. Evans, S. Werrett, and Sergt. Major Williams, nephews; J. Parry, D. Evans, G. Landman, J. Williams, cousins.
     The bearers were Messrs. R. Carne, D. Prout, F. Webb, H. Rosser, P. Micklin, L. Thomas, T. Vaughan.
     At the house were: Mrs. Rogers, widow; Mesdames M. Townsend, and M. Dimmick, sisters; S. Rogers, P. Rogers, W. Sutton, W. Matthews, E. Jones, W. Paynter, sisters-in-law; Mr. W. Paynter, brother-in-law; Mesdames D. Evans, L. Williams, W. Werrett, N. Watkins, C. Watkins, Mair Evans, nieces; A. Vaughan, C. Hartshorn, J. A. Havard, and C. Evans.

—The South Wales Gazette and Newport News, Abertillery, Gwent, Wales, 2 Jul 1943, p 7

Mark R. Sackett
November 17, 1938 – August 3, 2023
Mark R. Sackett, 84 of Sheridan, WY passed away Thursday August 3rd at home.
     Mark was born in Cheyenne on November 17, 1938, to parents Richard Donald Sackett and Gladys (Condit) Sackett. He lived all over Wyoming and Texas. Mark graduated in 1957 from Big Horn High School.
     He met Judy Miller in 1959 and married on July 28, 1962. They were married for 60 years before her passing on this past Easter Sunday. Mark loved the outdoors, especially hunting, trapping and fishing. He was an excellent marksman and won numerous competitions over the years. He especially enjoyed teaching his big-city grandkids about all the wonderful things Wyoming had to offer.
     He will be missed by daughter Patty (Stuart) Thieme, grandkids Cooper and Sallie and son Tom Sackett. He is also survived by his brother K Edward Sackett and partner Robin. He was preceded by his parents and wife.
     A Graveside Memorial Service will be 11:00 A.M., Friday, August 18, 2023, in Juniper Heights in the Sheridan Municipal Cemetery, followed by a reception at the Gun Club. Online condolences may be made to www.sheridanfuneral.com. Arrangements are under the care of Sheridan Funeral Home.

—The Sheridan Press, 8 Aug 2023

Judy Sackett
Sheridan, Wyoming
January 22, 1942 - April 9, 2023
Judith Elaine Sackett, 81, of Sheridan, WY., passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023, at home.
     Judy was born in Sheridan on January 22, 1042, to parents George T. and Eugenia Miller at the old Sheridan Hospital. She lived in Sheridan her whole life and graduated in 1960 from Sheridan High School.
     She met Mark Sackett in 1959 and married on July 28, 1962. They were married for 60 years. She loved bowling, softball and was a life-long golfer. She had many other accomplishments, including quilting, knitting and anything crafty.
     She will be missed by her husband Mark, daughter Patty (Stuart) Thieme, and son Tom Sackett, grandkids Cooper and Sallie, of which she was very proud. She is also survived by Tammy (Miller) Krosschell, grandniece Jessica Miller and grandnephew Tye Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings Thomas Theodore Miller and Elizabeth Schneider.
     A viewing is from 2PM to 4PM, Friday, April 14, 2023, at Sheridan Funeral Home, 1423 O'Dell Court, Sheridan, WY.
     A Funeral Service is at 2:00 P.M., Monday, April 17, 2023, at Immanuel Lutheran Church with Pastor Paul J Cain officiating with the interment in the Sheridan Municipal Cemetery. A reception will follow in the church.
     Donation in lieu of flowers can be made to the Kendrick Golf Club Association in care of Donna Madia, 405 Shadow Ridge Blvd or drop off with Ryan at the Kendrick Golf Course.
     Online condolences may be made to www.sheridanfuneral.com.      Arrangements are under the care of Sheridan Funeral Home.

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