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He passed away May 23, 2021, in Phoenix. All of his greats and grands occupied his thoughts and prayers. For decades, Ms. McHorse sold pottery at the Santa Fe Indian Market, where the work of Native American makers draws collectors from all over the world. Herbert was born March 4, 1929, in Fort Defiance, into the Kiyaaanii (Towering House Clan), born for Kinichinii (Red House People Clan). Charley Long will interpret in Navajo. CUSHING, Okla. -- Funeral services for Nathaniel Ray Becenti, of Cushing, Okla., will be held today, Oct. 9, at 10 a.m. at the First Indian Baptist Mission in Cushing. Christine Nofchissey McHorse was 50, and a celebrated Native. Rollie Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Visit our Support Center He held various jobs through his life and retired in 2000 from Newcomb High School. Bob is also preceded in death by his two wives, Joan and Maxine. She passed away June 21, 2021, in Fort Bliss, Texas. Honorary pallbearers will be Christopher P. Davis, Dwayne R. Pacheco, Brendan S. Tsosie, Anthony P. Milford, and Daniel P. Milford. He passed away June 25, 2021, in Phoenix. In addition to his wife, survivors include his sons, Ben Ichikawa of Three Hills, Alberta, Canada, John McBride of Joplin, Mo., Tim and Mark McBride of Albuquerque; daughters, Judy Haynes of Henderson, Nev., Maureen Largo of Albuquerque, Elise Johnson of Casa Grande, Clara Lebsack of Tucson, and Sue House of Thoreau; sister, Leota Barker of Westfield, Ind. His favorite teams were the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Cardinals. Central Co-op Funeral - Normanton Road. Carla always welcomed family and friends who were in need of help. Chad was born June 13, 1996, in Crownpoint, into the shh (Salt People Clan), born for Kiyaaanii (Towering House Clan). Pallbearers will be Augustus S. Sandoval, Luna Hill, Hernell Shondee, Telbe Thomas, Lolee Neswood Jr., David Kirk Jr., Clayton Curley, and Harold Tsosie. Nathaniel is preceded in death by his parents and his grandparents, Margaret and Everett Barker. The Navajo Nation managed to tame Covid-19 earlier this year, mounting a campaign that drove its vaccination rate far above the United States average, after the virus ravaged the . Summit Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Pastor McBride was born Dec. 18, 1921, in Elida, Ohio, and was the son of Bert and Gwena McBride. GALLUP Graveside service for Gerald Luke Schrock, 51, of Gallup, was held Oct. 27 at Sunset Memorial in Gallup. NEWCOMB, N.M. Davis Steven Manuelito entered into eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on the morning of Feb. 18, 2021. Kody is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Sarah B. and Archie Nez; paternal grandmother, Nina M. Largo; and paternal grandfather, Phillip Peterson. Pvt. Obituaries for June 10, 2021. She served faithfully never wavering in her faith. Garrick received his high school diploma from Many Farms High School and attended Fort Lewis College, receiving a construction certificate from Navajo Technical University. Pallbearers will be Basilio Tsabetsaye, Johnny Tsabetsaye, Ortega Wauneka, Austin Wauneka, Edward Silversmith Jr., and Akando E. Wauneka. 2021, surrounded by family at Hospice of the Valley in Phoenix, Arizona. (ne Evans) Peacefully in hospital on 22nd December 2022, Pearl aged 83 years. REHOBOTH, N.M. Funeral services for Kody Lane Peterson, 36, of Prewitt, New Mexico, will be held Friday, July 2, at 10:30 a.m., at the Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church in Rehoboth, New Mexico, with Brother Don James officiating. FLAGSTAFF William H. (Bill) Huffman died March 22, 2021. 80 years later, Navajo Code Talker marks group's early days Aug 15, 2022 Navajo Code Talker Thomas Begay talks to people prior to the Arizona State Navajo Code Talkers Day celebration ceremony,. Soon five girls and two boys were added to their family of two children. Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, SE1 9GF. Christine Nofchissey McHorse began by making traditional Native American pottery but ventured into a more abstract sculptural aesthetic. He worked for General Dynamics in Fort Defiance, and housekeeping at Tshootsoo Medical Center in Fort Defiance. Obituaries for Jan. 8, 2021. On Nov. 18, the Navajo Nation issued a proclamation, which called for all flags to be flown at half-staff Nov. 19 in honor and remembrance of Din Korean War veteran Bennie Harvey James. Paul is survived by his son, Tim Milford; daughters, Janice Deal, Amanda Milford-Joe, Lisa G. Milford, and Alisia J. Milford; sisters, Helena M. Tsabetsaye and Mary A. Benally; and 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Palmer Marler Funeral Home in Cushing. Searching obituaries is a great place to start your family tree research. KINLICHEE, Ariz. Graveside service for Susie Ann Roanhorse, 67, of Fort Defiance, will be held Friday, March 5, at 10 a.m., at the Kinlichee cemetery in Kinlichee, Arizona. Some mortuaries send them regularly, others ignore the Navajo Times in favor of local daily newspapers. She enjoyed having friends and family over for cookouts, holidays and family functions. GALLUP Funeral services for Jerry Elwood Sr., 88, will be held Monday, June 21, at 10 a.m., at Rollie Mortuary in Gallup. Donald Alexander Humetewa was called home on March 9, 2018. She passed away June 22, 2021, in Albuquerque. Maxine was born March 25, 1948, in Fort Defiance, into the Tbh (Waters Edge Clan), born for Tdchinii (Bitter Water Clan). Although Bob had many titles, one he may have enjoyed the most was when his Navajo friends called him Shicheii.. Honorary pallbearers are Ray Howard, Everett Howard, Terence Lee, Edward Johnson, Wilbert Myers, Tayden Lee, Tyrel Lee, Brandon Howard, Johnathan Johnson, and Wilfred Hubbard. He worked for the Navajo Nation and McKinley County Election Bureau. Bob loved the guitar, hiking, tinkering with cars and machining projects, but mostly, he loved those things because they provided him with opportunities to uplift and counsel people (and make them groan at his unbelievably corny jokes). He enjoyed horse training and participating in team roping and tie-down roping events. Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress, People: Kinlichee joins National Centers team; Ethel Branch adds to list of honors, 50 Years Ago: After years of effort, $4M OKd for U.S. 666 work, Being cut from b-ball fortuitous for KC wrestler, Hardship Assistance frequently asked questions, Severe weather and 80 mph winds may impact the Navajo Nation through Thursday, Groundbreaking ceremony held for Dahsn Campground in Nageezi, Lady Wildcats face off against Pusch Ridge tonight, Guest Column | 'By the powers-that-be in Santa Fe: Lundstrom gets things done, Guest Column | Navajo Nation, take action now to stop new uranium mining, follow this link to the online submission form. Pallbearers were Gilbert Hildreth Jr., Wade T. Tom, Quentin A. Benally, Quincy A. Benally, Marshall A. Benally, and Thurman Lewis. As a youngster, Irene enjoyed riding horses and herding sheep. Next 50 Years Ago: Police show up for duty, no disruptions during fair. She loved to travel and be outdoors with family. He was multi-talented and enjoyed listening to music. Read about others here. Susie was born Dec. 18, 1953, in Gallup, into the Tdchinii (Bitter Water Clan), born for Naashtzh dine (Zuni Clan). CHINLE Graveside service for Robert Taylor Jr., 51, of Chinle, will be held Friday, March 5, at 10 a.m., at the family plot at Porcupine Ridge in Chinle, with Waylon Haskie officiating. Geraldine L. Hadley, age 55, was called to Heaven on June 3, 2020 at 7:40 a.m. (EST). Honorary pallbearers will be Isaac Peralta Jr., Isaiah Peralta, Richard Clark, Elvis James, Charley James, and Cedric Bubba Whitefeather. Pouncy is survived by her parents, Anita Mae and James Pouncy; brothers, James Begay Jr. of Mesa, Arizona, Kristopher Pouncy, Aslan Pouncy, and Ashriel Pouncy of Chinle; sisters, Robin Howard of Parker, Arizona, Joanita (Ben Weible) Begay of Louisville, Kentucky, and Nizhoni Pouncy; nieces, Shalisa and Johannah Mitchell of Louisville; and nephew, Dushaun Weible of Louisville. It was her sense of humor and generosity that won her many friends wherever she went. Caroline graduated from Crownpoint High School on May 30, 1980, and worked at the Crownpoint hospital and Gallup-McKinley County Schools. Honorary pallbearers will be Tyrone Jymm, Robert Peshlakai, Neil Jymm, and Cale Jymm. If it doesnt please anyone, thats fine too., Christine Nofchissey McHorse, Navajo Ceramist, Dies at 72, https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/17/obituaries/christine-mchorse-dead-coronavirus.html. This week: Eugene Henderson, Rashaundal L. Comb, and Jeanette H. Peaches. She passed away Oct. 19, 2021, in Farmington. Stella is survived by her son, Darryll Freeland; daughters, Mildred Ross and Alberta Freeland; sisters, Wanita Skeet and Bessie Dawes; and nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Rollie Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. One of Bills favorite jobs was delivering the first graduate school counseling classes in Tuba City, in which he had the opportunity to learn more about the Native American culture through teaching Native American graduate students for NAUs College of Education. Pallbearers will be Martin Sloan, Jonathan Sloan, Josiah Yazzie, Amos Yazzie Jr., Terry Becenti, and Nathaniel Calabaza. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Ann Hergatt Huffman; sister, Linda Greenly; father-in-law, Keith Hergatt; sisters-in-law, Liz Hergatt and Laura Oscarson; and many loving nieces and nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be Daryl Joe Sr., Nathaniel Tso, Terrance Tsosie, Christopher Tsosie, and Patrick Hernasy. Gerald is survived by his sons, Luke Dakota Schrock and Sky Schrock; daughters, Dominique Schrock, Priscillena Schrock and Lexin Schrock; mother, Priscilla Schrock; brothers, Duane Schrock and Arthur Schrock; sister, Vonnie Schrock; grandparents, Flora Belle and Harry Schrock; and 10 grandchildren. Next 50 Years Ago: After years of effort, $4M OK'd for U.S . Many obituary notices are brought in by families or friends. The Navajo Times publishes obituaries free of charge as a public service. She was born August 1964 in Tuba City, to Mary and Wallace Hanley. Paul is preceded in death by Julia R. Milford and Nathan R. Deal. He enjoyed music, any kind of artwork, and spending time with his daughters. Rollie Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Marilyn Hatathlie Klopfenstein, 81, passed away June 4, 2018 in West Valley City, Utah surrounded by her children. Thank you for your continued support and loving kindness and God bless. Marie was born Aug. 20, 1942, in Fort Defiance, into the Diblzhn (Black Sheep Clan), born for Tchiinii (Red Running Into the Water People Clan). Honorary pallbearers will be Sam P. Morgan III, Sam P. Morgan IV, Joshua A. Morgan, Gabriel Eaton, Tracey Raymond, Darryn Ben, Raye Begaye, Russell Begaye, James Eaton, and Melvin Scott. A reception will take place at Nancy and Harringtons residence on 2nd Canyon Road, following service. Pallbearers will be Dexter Willie, Ernest Willie Jr., Demetri Martin, Alphonzo Benally, Anderson Benally Jr., and Elijah Tom. Garrick will be dearly missed by his wife, children, siblings, and family. She loved animals and always had a cat or dog around. Ben Little was born at a place called an eagle's nest, which is an isolated area one mile near north west of Cactus Valley Big Mountain, Arizona. She loved animals, reading books, cooking, and visiting with her grandchildren. This week: Rose A. Noble, Raelynn D. Jake, Jesse E. White, Mary J. Henry, Edith A. Deleon, and Thomas Chiquito. This week: Betty H. Yazzie, James L. Touchin, Rev. | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy, Bitsilly remembered for advocacy and desire to see Navajo people achieve food sovereignty, Contents of this site are Copyright 2023 NHO News and Western News&Info, Inc. All rights reserved. In her later years, she felt a sense of freedom in creating her singular work. She enjoyed having all her nephews and nieces with her in her home where she helped raise them. Davis was also a musician who learned and enjoyed playing the guitar. Kim was born Dec. 14, 1958, in Cuba, New York. Carla enjoyed watching game shows, fishing, camping, and was talented at beadwork. CHINLE Graveside service for Garrick Clauschee Benallie was held June 7 at the Chinle cemetery with Pastor Walt Jones officiating. Helen was born Jan. 19, 1935, in Window Rock, into the Kinyaaanii (Towering House Clan), born for Honghahnii (One-walks-around Clan). ADVERTISEMENT. Caroline was born June 29, 1963, into the Tsenabahinii (Sleep Rock People Clan), born for Tg (Hairy Ones/Weaver-Zia Clan). Next Tribe notes passing of well-known medicine man. RABBIT BRUSH, N.M. Graveside service for Marie J. Howard, 78, of Navajo, New Mexico, will be held today, March 4, at 10 a.m., at the family plot in Rabbit Brush, New Mexico, with Maynard Shurley officiating. 230, located across Thats-A-Burger (green roof, 4th speed bump on the left) in Fort Defiance, following service. He was also known as a friendly fun guy. 2022. Norman is preceded in death by his mother, Louise W. Yazzie; father, James G. Lee; stepfather, Thomas Yazzie; and brother, Christopher Lee. As a Korean War veteran, Paul served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1950 to 1954. Alfred Goossen, aka "Crazy", 85 of Farmington, New Mexico passed away at home on February 3, 2023. Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress, Heal the people, protect the sacred: Dream leads to creation of jingle-dress project, Being cut from b-ball fortuitous for KC wrestler, Hardship Assistance frequently asked questions, Severe weather and 80 mph winds may impact the Navajo Nation through Thursday, Groundbreaking ceremony held for Dahsn Campground in Nageezi, Lady Wildcats face off against Pusch Ridge tonight, Guest Column | 'By the powers-that-be in Santa Fe: Lundstrom gets things done, Guest Column | Navajo Nation, take action now to stop new uranium mining, follow this link to the online submission form. Interment followed at the family plot in Star Pond. STAR POND, N.M. Funeral services for Chad E. Tsosie, 24, of Crownpoint, were held June 12 at the Word of God Church in Star Pond, New Mexico, with Carlos Baki officiating. Nathaniel is survived by his sons, Nathaniel Ray Becenti II of Gallup, and Zander Ray Becenti of Cushing; daughter, Dine Nizhoni Becenti of Gallup; brothers, Shawn Smith of Tempe, Ariz., Lorezo Poncho Becenti of Albuquerque, and Donovan Roy Gomez of Cushing; and sisters, Shawna Gail Smith of Albuquerque, and Fernina Gomez of Albuquerque. She worked for the Navajo Tribe for 16 years and 25 years for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, retiring in 1998. He passed away Feb. 15, 2021, in Gallup. Blane Grein officiating. Encouraged by her sisters, Christine went to boarding school, the prestigious Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe. Alfred was born in Hillsboro, Ks on January 21, 1938, to parents John D and Florentine Goossen. 18 Chapter, General Dynamics, and General Electric. Wilbur attended St. Michaels High School and Loyola Mary Mount University in Los Angeles. He and his wife, Ann, shared many wonderful adventures traveling around the world, but were also happy staying at home playing games, being with friends, cooking new dishes, and just hanging out. During this time, she welcomed her son, Jerry Jr., who was her everything, her love, her life. Pallbearers will be Ohmry Secatero, Wade Elwood, Ethan Elwood, Melvin Jim, Daniel Boyd, and Emery Willie. At 6ft, Tom Whitlock, accidental songwriter whose lyrics contributed to the soaring success of Top Gun, Tom Whitlocks career as a songwriter for Hollywood films began one day in 1983 when he fixed the brakes on Giorgio, Nick Herbert, 88: Former Times correspondent who rebooted regional press, As the editorial director of the newspaper group Westminster Press in the mid-1970s, Nick Herbert was once called, Ben Perkins, 90: Nature-loving Essex farm manager and exhibiting watercolourist, Ben Perkins was at the end of his first year reading history at Trinity College, Oxford, when he decided it was not, David Griffin, chauffeur to Princess Margaret who helped her to burn private letters, Princess Margaret was being driven to her Kensington Palace apartment by David Griffin when she spotted an elderly, Sir Bernard Ingham, Thatchers rottweiler press secretary. Interment followed at the Sunset Cemetery in Gallup. Stella attended Sherman Institute in Riverside, California, and worked as a dorm aide at Crownpoint Boarding School and manager at the Crownpoint Senior Citizen Center. Carla graduated from Window Rock High School in 1982 and then moved to Northern California to attend cosmetology school. Inspired by the photographs of Edward Weston and the buildings of Antoni Gaud, along with her own internal vision, she tacked away from the artisanal toward fine art (though the line between the two can be unclear), dropping the ethnic for the universal, as her gallerist, Garth Clark said, confounding her existing collectors and drawing in new ones. She was proficient at pretty much everything, said Mr. McHorse, adding that the couple played an unbeatable game of pickup basketball in their youth. Her nal is Tchiinii (Red Running Into the Water People); cheii is Bilagana. Harry is preceded in death by his father Homer; mother Betty; brother Henry; and sons, Aaron and Bernard. which is in the public collections of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that charitable donations be made in Debs honor to the National Kidney Foundation. Silver Creek Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were Delvin Kinsel, Daniel Billy, Wayne Franklin, Matthew Smiley, Rick Tolino, and Martin Valdez. Memorial contributions may be made to Crosslands Navajo Church. The family would like to thank Mayo Clinic for Debs outstanding medical care over the last 30 years. Paul attended McKinley High School in Berkeley, California, Sherman Institute in Riverside, California, St. Michaels Indian School in St. Michaels, Arizona, and Crystal Boarding School in Crystal, New Mexico. Bob is fondly remembered by innumerable friends, including many clergy of differing denominational backgrounds. Rate: MacDonald LoneTree hired by Administration for Native Americans. A special thanks goes out to the nurses and staff of Sherman Home for the loving care with which they blessed the entire family during the last two days of Debs life. She enjoyed taking care of her livestock, weaving, sewing, singing, storytelling, and helping people with prayers. French Funerals and Cremation is in charge of arrangements. She was Din, the traditional name of the Navajo people. Navajo Times obits are an excellent source of information about those long-lost family members in Window Rock, Arizona.. With the Navajo Times obituary archives being one of the leading sources for uncovering your history in Arizona, it's important to know how to perform a Navajo Times obituary search to access this wealth of research from . Gerald is preceded in death by his father, Gerald Schrock. Andrew attended Shiprock High School, Howard Payne, and Contra Costa. Historically nomadic, the Din were better known for jewelry, basketry and textiles. He passed away Feb. 24, 2021, in St. Michaels, Arizona. If you have an obituary you would like to submit, follow this link to the online submission form. After a protracted battle with cancer, Kendrick Jon Williams died on February 27, 2019 in Flagstaff, Arizona at the age of 34. Irene is survived by her son, Myron W. Eriacho; daughters, Rosalyn Roanhorse, Marlene Eriacho and Belinda Eriacho; and 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She used micaceous clay, an incredibly strong, tensile material flecked with mica, which once fired accrues a shimmering, ebonized finish. Deb is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and two sisters. Over the years, Deb worked for Pennsylvanias Department of Environmental Resources, Southern Illinois Universitys Mining Technology Program, United Nuclear Corporation in New Mexico, and Massachusetts Institute of Technologys Mechanical Engineering Department. Read about others here. Ryan is survived by his daughters, Keira Brown and Kayden Brown; father, Justin Brown; and sisters, Justina Nez, Tyreta Brown, Tashina Brown, and Tara Brown. Pouncy is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Alice and Billie Jones; and paternal grandparents, Mariah and Jerry Pouncy. Alice was born Jan. 2, 1930, in Standing Rock, into the Haltsoo (Meadow People Clan), born for Tchiinii (Red Running Into the Water People Clan). Leonard enjoyed beading various items, singing at gourd dances and powwows, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying his time at the casino. Stella was born Sept. 1, 1932, in Mexican Springs, New Mexico, into the Tbh (Waters Edge Clan), born for Tlg (Weaver-Zia Clan). Posted by Navajo Times | Sep 9, 2021 | Obituaries |. Interment followed at the Fort Defiance Veterans Cemetery. She passed away Oct. 20, 2021, in Albuquerque. She passed away June 12, 2021, in Gallup. He passed away Oct. 20, 2021, in Farmington. Pearl AYRE. GANADO, Ariz. Graveside service for Duane Ross Freeland, 56, of Ganado, Arizona, was held March 1 in Ganado. We look forward to serving you. Burial will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park in Gallup. Deb was a humanitarian, world traveler, amateur magician, SERVAS host, and friend to many. OREM, Utah Robert Bob Orville Thompson passed peacefully to his reward with his beloved Lord Jesus on Sept. 3, 2021, in Orem, Utah. Need help? Kim graduated from Window Rock High School in 1976 and worked for the Arizona Laborers Union and Tuba City Regional Health. 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