Colter Rankin, a 2021 graduate of Campbell County High School, passed away, leaving the Gillette, Wyoming, community in mourning.
Rankin was a committed defender for the school’s junior varsity soccer team in 2020. He was a former student-athlete.
Paul Martin, a close friend of his, posted a heartfelt tribute on social media, sparking an outpouring of grief upon learning of his passing. He has been described as a “brother” and a beloved member of the neighborhood by friends, neighbors, and former classmates who have shared poignant memories.
Rankin had strong ties to the neighborhood, as evidenced by a neighbor’s recollection of the numerous hours he spent growing up with her sons.
