James K. Zell's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Cheyenne, Wyoming

James K. Zell

July 21, 1944 - January 7, 2026 (81 years old)

Cheyenne, Wyoming

James K. Zell's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Cheyenne, Wyoming

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Schrader Funeral Home

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James K. Zell

July 21, 1944 - January 7, 2026 (81 years old)

Cheyenne, Wyoming

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James K. Zell Obituary

In loving memory of James K. Zell of Cheyenne, Wyoming, who departed this world on January 7, 2026 at the age of 81. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James K. Zell to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may James find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Kathryn Mae Zell and Raymond Lawrence Zell; and his siblings, John Walter Zell, Raymond Leroy Zell and Margaret Rose Jackson (Gregg Jackson) of Laramie.

He is survived by: his son James Brian Zell (Marie Theresa Zell) of Cheyenne; and his stepdaughter Lina Maria Merideth of Cheyenne. He is also survived by her daughter, his sister in law, a nephew, a niece, and three cousins.

Monetary donations may be made in Jim's honor to the University of Wyoming Alumni Association at http://www.pokes.org, or to the Cheyenne Animal Shelter at http://www.cheyenneanimalshelter.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schrader Funeral Home



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Thu

Jan 22

Visitation

Jacoby Funeral Home
2222 Russell Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001

Fri

Jan 23

Funeral service

Jacoby Funeral Home
2222 Russell Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001

Fri

Jan 23

Funeral service

Schrader, Aragon and Jacoby Funeral Home
2222 Russell Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001

Fri

Jan 23

Burial

Lakeview Cemetery
2501 Seymour Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001

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