If you would like an obituary for a loved one or friend published in the Navajo Times and posted on the web page, send to obits@navajotimes.com. Pearl AYRE. Posted by Navajo Times | Oct 28, 2021 | Obituaries |. Although they only married last fall, they were close friends for years and Bob was finally able to convince Alice to say yes after numerous requests for her hand. ADVERTISEMENT. Many obituary notices are brought in by families or friends. He impacted the lives of countless individuals who cherished, admired, and respected him. We look forward to serving you. Pastor McBride grew up in Ada, Ohio, and graduated from Ada High School in 1939. Wilbur attended St. Michaels High School and Loyola Mary Mount University in Los Angeles. He was partial to country western ballads and Christian songs. 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. GALLUP Graveside service for Herman James Chee, 55, of Pretty Rock, New Mexico, was held June 30 at the Gallup City Cemetery with Milton Davidson officiating. Pastor Bryant is an individual who always walks in true K (covenant kindness) and made you feel loved and welcomed. CHINLE Funeral services for Pvt. Honorary pallbearers will be Christopher P. Davis, Dwayne R. Pacheco, Brendan S. Tsosie, Anthony P. Milford, and Daniel P. Milford. Gerald was born Dec. 9, 1969, in East Los Angeles, California. Rollie Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Palmer Marler Funeral Home in Cushing. Christine Nofchissey McHorse began by making traditional Native American pottery but ventured into a more abstract sculptural aesthetic. A reception will take place at Nancy and Harringtons residence on 2nd Canyon Road, following service. Deb is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and two sisters. Garrick was born Feb. 5, 1979, in Albuquerque, into the Tdchinii (Bitter Water Clan), born for Honghahnii (One-walks-around Clan). 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He passed away Oct. 24, 2021, in Bismarck, North Dakota. Obituaries for Sept. 9, 2021. Next 50 Years Ago: MacDonald promises to bring self-sufficiency to tribe in 8 years. But she didnt see any reason to stay longer.. He was born March 5, 1937, and was the youngest of six children. Posted by Navajo Times | Mar 4, 2021 | Obituaries |. February 26, 2023 Bill began as an elementary school guidance counselor and then earned his Ph.D. in counseling psychology at Duke University. Burial will follow at the Gallup City Cemetery. His nal is shh (Salt People); cheii is Tchiinii (Red Running Into the Water People). Central Co-op Funeral - Normanton Road. In 1958 they started Crosslands Mission, a Navajo children's home in Thoreau, N.M. He loved his children, family and welcomed visitors to his home offering them refreshments or cooking for them. Pallbearers will be Ervin Taylor, Rob Taylor, Elbert Taylor, Eric Taylor, and Cody Taylor. He passed away June 25, 2021, in Phoenix. The Navajo Times publishes obituaries free of charge as a public service. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, cooking, ceramics, and gardening. Burial will follow at the Memory Garden in Farmington. Pallbearers will be Kevin Uriah McCarthy, Timothy Arthur, Daryl Joe Jr., Mason Joe, and Tristen Joe. This week: Rose A. Noble, Raelynn D. Jake, Jesse E. White, Mary J. Henry, Edith A. Deleon, and Thomas Chiquito. Former Tohatchi Red Willow Farm Board president and beloved community leader Dorothy Bitsilly, passed away Feb. 23 at the age of 93. Age 85. Donate. He enjoyed fishing and camping. Posted by Navajo Times | Sep 9, 2021 | Obituaries |. He passed away Feb. 28, 2021, in Chinle. On Nov. 2, 2020, James Todd Roth passed away at the age of 78. Jerry was born May 19, 1933, in Shiprock, into the Taneeszahnii (Tangle Clan), born for Taheedlinii (Water Flow Together Clan). J. Warren Funeral Services, Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Obituaries for June 10, 2021. She enjoyed reading, studying her Bible, and sharing Gods word with anyone she came in contact with. Herbert was born March 4, 1929, in Fort Defiance, into the Kiyaaanii (Towering House Clan), born for Kinichinii (Red House People Clan). Obituary Information. Nathaniel is preceded in death by his parents and his grandparents, Margaret and Everett Barker. Norman was born Oct. 6, 1961, in Fort Defiance, into the shh (Salt People Clan), born for Tbh (Waters Edge Clan). Condolences and online guestbook are available at www.palmerfh.com. Burial will follow at the Gallup State Veterans Cemetery. She passed away June 12, 2021, in Gallup. Helen is survived by her sons, Harry D. Curley Jr., Harrison D. Curley, Harold D. Curley, and Harrington Curley; daughters, Harriet Curley-Redhouse, Evangeline Curley-Thomas, Hilda M. Wilcox, Helena M. Hill, Eveline Curley-Sandoval, and Evonne Curley; sisters, Sadie Walker and Alta M. Neswood; and 18 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Mary B. Mexicano, age 76 of Flagstaff, passed away on Wednesday July 11, 2018 at her home in Tuba City, AZ. This week: Eugene Henderson, Rashaundal L. Comb, and Jeanette H. Peaches. GANADO, Ariz. Graveside service for Duane Ross Freeland, 56, of Ganado, Arizona, was held March 1 in Ganado. GALLUP Funeral services for Mary Alice Willie, 95, of Coyote Canyon, New Mexico, will be held today, Oct. 28, at 2 p.m., at the Rollie Mortuary Chapel in Gallup, with Delbert Nez officiating. Please pray for her family during this challenging time. Helen attended Gallup High School and was a homemaker, a pastors wife, Sunday School teacher, church secretary/treasurer, and rug weaver. Honorary pallbearers are Trenton Twofeathers, Turrell Sorrell, Anthony Nez, Wally Whitegoat, and George Whitegoat. French Funerals and Cremation is in charge of arrangements. Honorary pallbearers will be Taylor Elwood, Jerry Elwood Jr., Justin Elwood, Jerome Elwood, and Julius Elwood. To-go food will be served at the Gallup Community Service Center (across from the Food Pantry) in Gallup, following services. She passed away Oct. 19, 2021, in Becenti, New Mexico. A spark leads to a calling: U of A student became more than she imagined. Pallbearers will be Ohmry Secatero, Wade Elwood, Ethan Elwood, Melvin Jim, Daniel Boyd, and Emery Willie. Silver Creek Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. He passed away June 3, 2021, in Albuquerque. 894646. Robert Wick, who guided Wick Communications for nearly six decades, died Thursday. Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress, 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. Back in the day, said Mr. McHorse, a design-build contractor, we were carrying the pots while they were still warm to sell, to pay the electric bill.. It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Elizabeth Betty Wade, of Cottonwood, Arizona, on Dec. 13 at the age of 75 years. Summit Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Bill is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert Lee Huffman Jr. A Celebration of Life for Carla will be held at her residence. Honorary pallbearers were Lewis Hildreth Sr., Jennifer Benally, Junefier Kee, Roberta Begay, Genevieve Tsouhlarakis, and George Tsouhlarakis. Honorary pallbearers will be Kristopher Pouncy, Aslan Pouncy and Ashriel Pouncy. 4, Kinlichee Court, in Window Rock, following service. Pvt. Pouncy is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Alice and Billie Jones; and paternal grandparents, Mariah and Jerry Pouncy. He was actively involved in the city's Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center and was emcee of the Little Sweethearts of Casa Grande Fashion Show there for 10 years. GANADO, Ariz. Graveside service for Alberta Mae Green, 55, of Ganado, Arizona, will be held Friday, Oct. 29, in Ganado, at 10 a.m. Alberta was born April 29, 1966, in Fort Defiance, into the Tdchinii (Bitter Water Clan), born for Honghahnii (One-walks-around Clan). Obituaries for June 17, 2021. Lillie is in the care of Desert View Funeral Home in Shiprock. Davis was of the Hooghan n (Many Hogans Clan), born for Taheedlinii (Water Flow Together Clan). He served his community as president for Inscription House Chapter. He passed away Feb. 15, 2021, in Gallup. It was her sense of humor and generosity that won her many friends wherever she went. Local obituaries for Gallup, New Mexico 9 Results Tuesday, January 17, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Perla S Jaramillo Perla S. Jaramillo was born March 22, 1930 in Grants, New Mexico and entered. Leonard enjoyed beading various items, singing at gourd dances and powwows, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying his time at the casino. Thomas Philip Mentzer, age 64, died unexpectedly on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021. Page 1 of 65 Chad was born June 13, 1996, in Crownpoint, into the shh (Salt People Clan), born for Kiyaaanii (Towering House Clan). Garrick volunteered to help his relatives and made monetary donations to strangers. Ryan graduated from Holbrook High School in 2004 and was a talented guitar player, artist and singer. She died of the coronavirus. PINEDALE, N.M. Graveside service for Marcella Rose Lee, 37, of Pinedale, New Mexico, will be held Friday, Sept. 10, at 10 a.m., at the family plot in Pinedale, with Pastor Darrelson Begay officiating. Pouncy enjoyed reading her bible, skateboarding, playing games on her Xbox, and spending time with her family. He passed away Oct. 22, 2021, in Farmington. She loved to attend The Door Christian Fellowship Church and spend time with her children and grandchildren. Kim is preceded in death by Max Hanley Sr., Sistah Hanley, and Harry and Ruth Wilson. Caroline graduated from Crownpoint High School on May 30, 1980, and worked at the Crownpoint hospital and Gallup-McKinley County Schools. Emery is survived by his daughter, Stacey Whitegoat; parents, Lillian and George Whitegoat; sister, Gwendolyn Whitegoat; and brother, Wally Whitegoat. Maxine was born March 25, 1948, in Fort Defiance, into the Tbh (Waters Edge Clan), born for Tdchinii (Bitter Water Clan). She then relocated to Albuquerque, where she spent the next 28 years. Kody is survived by his son, Brody Peterson of Vacaville, California; daughter, Taylor Peterson of Vacaville; parents, Flora and Ken Peterson of Prewitt; brother, Kyle B. Peterson of Prewitt; and sisters, Darnell Sitaiai of Laveen, Arizona, and Melanie Francis of Kirtland, New Mexico. He married Margaret DeLemater on Feb. 13, 1943. He was a member of the Din Nation and was all about good times, working hard and playing hard. Alfred was born in Hillsboro, Ks on January 21, 1938, to parents John D and Florentine Goossen. After a protracted battle with cancer, Kendrick Jon Williams died on February 27, 2019 in Flagstaff, Arizona at the age of 34. She was employed at Peerless Electric in Berkley, California. Mary is survived by her brother, Thomas Willie; and 18 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren. He also worked for Myers Containers for three years in Portland, Oregon, UPS ground manager in Portland, F&S Trailers, journeyman welder, and owned/operated Father & Son Welding. As a Korean War veteran, Paul served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1950 to 1954. He was born in Pine Haven, N.M., on Oct. 15, 1939. The cause was complications of Covid-19; she had cancer as well, her husband, Joel McHorse, said. Norman enjoyed playing basketball and fast-pitch softball, riding horses and motorcycles, watching church on TV, and was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan. Norman is preceded in death by his mother, Louise W. Yazzie; father, James G. Lee; stepfather, Thomas Yazzie; and brother, Christopher Lee. Christine Nofchissey McHorse was 50, and a celebrated Native American potter, when she stopped producing the traditional painted vessels collectors loved. Obituaries - Navajo Times Obituaries Obituaries for Feb. 23, 2023 Feb 23, 2023 | Obituaries This week: Mary L. Hanley Obituaries for Feb. 16, 2023 Feb 16, 2023 | Obituaries This. Pvt. Pallbearers were Delvin Kinsel, Daniel Billy, Wayne Franklin, Matthew Smiley, Rick Tolino, and Martin Valdez. A Life Celebration for Wee Jean Begay, 90, was held Sunday, October 15, 2017 at the First Baptist Church in South Tuba City. He loved sports and was a fan of the San Francisco 49ers. INSCRIPTION HOUSE, Ariz. After a good long arduous fight with injury related complications, Pastor Elizabeth Bryant passed on Oct. 26, 2021. As a youngster, Irene enjoyed riding horses and herding sheep. He also worked for NFPI, NHDE, and the Navajo Nation, retiring as manager of Red Lake Chapter House. Many obituary notices are brought in by families or friends. Pallbearers will be Nelson M. Jymm, Daniel T. Jymm IV, K. Lorenzo Jymm, Julius Todacheene, Elias Benally, and J. Vernon Jim. Posted by Navajo Times | Jul 1, 2021 | Obituaries |. Harry was born Nov. 23, 1948. SNOWFLAKE, Ariz. Funeral services for Margaret Elizabeth Cousins Flake, 83, will be held Saturday, Feb. 20, at 2 p.m., at the Main Street Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Snowflake, Arizona, with a viewing at 1 p.m. Margaret was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on June 24, 1937, to Robert and Elizabeth Cousins. 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. Pallbearers will be Alvin Lee, Christopher Lee, Durando Scott, Marcus Blackgoat, Chase Blackgoat, and Xavier Sagaste. Kody is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Sarah B. and Archie Nez; paternal grandmother, Nina M. Largo; and paternal grandfather, Phillip Peterson. 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. If you have an obituary you would like to submit, follow this link to the online submission form. He held various jobs through his life and retired in 2000 from Newcomb High School. He earned his bachelors and masters degrees from East Carolina University. She was born May 17, 1945, in Chilchinbeto, Arizona. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, Dan and Althmadezbah Willie; sons, Anderson Benally Sr., Ernest Willie Sr. and David Willie; sister, Helen Willie; and brothers, Archie Wilson and Emerson Willie. When informed that the politician had some, As the leading PR consultant for the art market in the 1980s, Sue Bond represented clients with professionalism and, Walter Mirisch, producer whose films won 28 Oscars, Lives remembered: Kit Hesketh-Harvey and Duncan Robinson, Baroness Boothroyd, first female Speaker of the Commons, dies at93, Baroness Boothroyd, the first female Speaker of the House of Commons, has died at the age of 93. Silver Creek Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. He passed away June 22, 2021, in Albuquerque. Pouncy was stationed at Fort Bliss in December 2019 to the time of her death. 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. Robert graduated from Chinle High School in 1989 and attended Central Arizona College. Ernest was preceded in death by wife Mary Montano of Show Low, Ariz.; his parents Rafael and Rosenda Montano of Gallup; his brothers: Oliverto Montano, Jorgn Montano, Leo Montano, and Ralph Montano Jr., all of Gallup; his sisters Laura Villanueva of Albuquerque and Gereldine . Burial will follow at the Euchee Valley Memorial Park. This week: Betty H. Yazzie, James L. Touchin, Rev. 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 . A reception will take place at the old NHA Housing No. March 17, 2021 This obituary is part of a series about people who have died in the coronavirus pandemic. He worked for the Window Rock Unified School District, chapter official for Red Lake No. After 25 years of meritorious service with various departments of the Navajo Nation, he retired in 2009 and relocated to Scottsdale. Paul enjoyed ranching, farming, sports, and outdoor activities. Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress, MacDonald LoneTree hired by Administration for Native Americans, 50 Years Ago: Evaluation author alleges cover-up of report critical of Rough Rock school, 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. Davis lived a wonderful life, colored with many moments of struggles and victories that defined him. Born in Charleston, West Virginia, on Dec. 19, 1949, Bill was the son of Robert Lee Huffman Sr. and Marion Lamb Huffman. A drive-thru reception will follow service. ALBUQUERQUE Carla Jean (Hanley) Marques, 57, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by family and friends. CASA GRANDE, Ariz. - The celebration of life for Pastor Dwight Nelson McBride, 92, of Casa Grande, Ariz., will be held Saturday, Oct. 11, at 11 a.m. at the Grace Baptist Church, with Pastor Ed Baker officiating. Bitsilly remembered for advocacy and desire to see Navajo people achieve food sovereignty. Yet on December 17, 2009, he set out from, Simone Segouin, French Resistance partisan, Simone Segouin killed her first Boche on the night of July 14, 1944. The Navajo Times does not receive all obituaries from border towns and reservation communities. He died Oct. 3, 2014. Tdchinii (Bitter Water) was his maternal grandfather and Naashash dine (Bear People) was his paternal grandfather. Garrick will be dearly missed by his wife, children, siblings, and family. Pallbearers will be Aaron Ross, Eric Ross, Dennison, Lynn Ross, Isaac Peralta Sr., Ginn, Yoshi, and Brandon James. Theres a period where I gain as much of the craft as I can, and then I start exploring structure how far I can push the shape or how much extension I can get without losing the strength of the clay, Ms. McHorse once told an interviewer. The Navajo Times publishes obituaries free of charge as a public service. . Honorary pallbearers are Ray Howard, Everett Howard, Terence Lee, Edward Johnson, Wilbert Myers, Tayden Lee, Tyrel Lee, Brandon Howard, Johnathan Johnson, and Wilfred Hubbard. Summit Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She brought joy and laughter to all who were around her. Carla is survived by her son, Jerry; lifetime companion, Vincent Ramirez; parents, Mary and Wallace Hanley; sister, Gail Hanley; brother, Mike Hanley; and aunts, uncles, many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Helen is preceded in death by her husband, Harry D. Curley Sr.; brothers, Austin F. Wayno Jr. and Henry Wayno; and sisters, Arlene Thomas and Mary Jean Wayno. ADVERTISEMENT. Gerald is preceded in death by his father, Gerald Schrock. SANDERS, Ariz. Funeral services for Maxine Tsosie, 73, of Sanders, Arizona, will be held Friday, July 2, at 10 a.m., at the Sanders Valley Baptist Church Annex Building with Pastor Kevin McCarthy officiating. Kim graduated from Window Rock High School in 1976 and worked for the Arizona Laborers Union and Tuba City Regional Health. Bills celebration of life will be will be held Sunday, Sept 19 (http://www.eventcreate.com/e/billscelebration). His 1990 single "I . Charley Long will interpret in Navajo. . Honorary pallbearers will be Myron Silversmith, Erwin Smith, Randy Lee, Coleton Lee, and Lyle Lee. Later they started Crosslands Navajo Church, where he was pastor until 1999, when the couple moved to Casa Grande. He died Oct. 3, 2014, at his residence at the age of 37. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Pastor Dwight Nelson McBride, visit www.jwarrenfuneral.com. Many who knew him know that he loved visiting and laughing with family and friends. Ralph Sam Conner Jr., age 86, passed peacefully at home in Winslow Arizona on January 21, 2022. She enjoyed having friends and family over for cookouts, holidays and family functions. She completed basic combat training and was a human resources specialist assigned to the Headquarter Company of the 1st Armored Division Combat Aviation Brigade at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. 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. During this time, she welcomed her son, Jerry Jr., who was her everything, her love, her life. During his life, Pastor McBride was an amateur radio operator and mechanic. Burial will follow at the McCarrell Memorial Cemetery. Drive-up donations will be accepted today, June 17, at Navajo Nation Route 9, mile marker 25, and Standing Rock Chapter turnoff from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Duane is preceded in death by his father, Vern J. Freeland Jr.; maternal grandparents, Magdelina and Jim Roanhorse; paternal grandparents, Phoebe and Vern Freeland Sr.; and granddaughter, Nakia Freeland. She passed away June 21, 2021, in Fort Bliss, Texas. Pallbearers were Gilbert Hildreth Jr., Wade T. Tom, Quentin A. Benally, Quincy A. Benally, Marshall A. Benally, and Thurman Lewis. She previously worked at T&R Market and Smittys in Phoenix. The family wishes to extend a heartfelt gratitude for all condolences, well wishes, prayers, and donation (monetary or personal). TOHATCHI, N.M. Graveside service for Wilbur T. Jymm, 83, of Sheep Springs, New Mexico, will be held today, July 1, at 10 a.m., in Tohatchi, New Mexico, with Father Dale officiating. 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. Obituaries for March 4, 2021. 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Robert is survived by his son, Cody Taylor; daughter, Courtney Taylor; parents, Ella Mae and Robert Taylor Sr.; brothers, Leon Taylor, Ervin Taylor, Rob Taylor, Elbert Taylor, and Eric Taylor; and sisters, Ann Taylor, Rilaria Taylor and Valeria Taylor. Pallbearers were Dwayn Benallie, Steven Benallie, Anthony Benallie, Benjamin Benallie, Ronald Benallie, and Arron Francis. We look forward to serving you. Next Tribe notes passing of well-known medicine man. Farmington, NM. STANDING ROCK, N.M. Graveside service for Alice L. Hildreth, 91, of Standing Rock, New Mexico, was held Oct. 23 at the family plot in Standing Rock. 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. Bob was also much more than a stepfather to (and survived by) Lou Sharpe of Fort Collins, Colorado; Nancy Kaiser (Herbert) of Collinsville, Illinois; Raymond Sharpe (Christine) of Centralia, Illinois; Jim Sharpe (Karen) of Phoenix; and Amy Ham (Mike) of Franklin, Tennessee. She loved animals and always had a cat or dog around. A drive-thru reception will take place at the family residence, following service. Rate: Previous Rodeo community mourns death of INFR world champion. Ms. McHorse used micaceous clay, a tensile material flecked with mica, to make sensual, mysterious work that called to mind the shapes of Brancusi. Garrick is survived by his wife, Santanna R. Benallie; daughter, Brooklyn Benallie; sons, Dakotah A. Benallie and Jerrick Benallie of Tsaile, Arizona; stepsons, Mason Wilson and Arron Jones of Winslow; stepdaughters, Autumn Wilson and Enphany Begay; father, Andrew Benallie Sr. of Chinle; sisters, Mryna Benallie of Chinle, Audrey Benallie of Albuquerque, and Andritta Nez of Scottsdale, Arizona; and brothers, Dwayn Benallie of Albuquerque, Steven Benallie of Chinle, Anthony (Tony) Benallie of Kirtland, New Mexico, Benjamin Benallie of Chinle, Andrew Benallie Jr. of Window Rock, Christopher Benallie Sr. of Santa Fe, and Ronald Benallie of Phoenix.