Obituaries for May 17, 2018

Erma J. Eddie

CHINLE — Funeral services for Erma J. Eddie, 55, were held May 15 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Chinle. Interment followed at Black Mountain Mission in Tselani/Cottonwood, Arizona.

Erma was born Sept. 16, 1962, in Fort Defiance, into the Tótsohnii (Big Water Clan), born for Kiyaa’áanii (Towering House Clan). She died May 6, 2018, in Gallup.

Erma graduated from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, and worked as an accountant and receptionist. She loved to read books and work with computers.

Erma is survived by her brothers, Gilbert Begay, Joe Kee Jr., and Jonathan Kee; sisters, Ruth Marrietta, Veronica Keetso, Priscilla Dempsey, and Jolene Kee; and father, Naswood Begay. Erma is preceded in death by her husband, Edward Eddie; son, Stephen D. Eddie; and grandparents, Chischilly Tsosie and Zonnie T. Gorman. Pallbearers were Jonathan Kee, Joe Kee Jr., Nathaniel Gorman, Dillion Bowekaty, Ambrose Bowek, and Watson Billie.

Honorary pallbearer was Gilbert Begay.

Rollie Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.

Henry Moore Jr.

WINSLOW, Ariz. — Funeral services for Henry Moore Jr., 70, will be held Saturday, May 19, at 10 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Winslow Stake Center (1501 N. Kinsley Ave.) in Winslow, Arizona.

Viewing will take place one hour prior to service at the funeral home at 9 a.m.

Burial will follow at Desert View Cemetery. Henry was born Nov. 14, 1947, in Flagstaff, into the Tsi’naajinii (Black Streak Wood People Clan), born for Yé’ii dine’e Táchii’nii (Red Running Into the Water People Clan). His nali is Áshiihí (Salt People); chei is Kinlichíi’nii (Red House). He passed away May 13, 2018, in Flagstaff. Henry graduated from Winslow High School in May of 1966 and continued his education at Eastern Arizona College earning an associate’s degree in May of 1969. He then relocated to Johnson City with his family and earned a bachelor’s degree from Eastern Tennessee State University.

Thereafter, Henry served with the U.S. Public Health Services Department of Environmental Health under the Indian Health Service. He was employed with the Navajo Nation Office of Environmental Health, community services coordinator with Birdsprings, before retiring from the Navajo Nation.

Henry also held public offices after retirement serving as the Birdsprings Chapter vice president, Leupp Schools Incorporated Board of Directors, and member of the Winslow Indian Health Care Center Health Board. Henry was a self taught musician learning the guitar in the 7th grade and performing with local bands throughout the state of Arizona and as a gospel singer with his local churches in Fort Defiance, Winslow, and his hometown in Birdsprings.

Henry is survived by his wife, Marie Moore of Birdsprings; children, Henry Moore III of Tempe, Arizona, Kimberly Salas of Phoenix, Kordell Moore of Tempe, Ernie Tsosie of Sawmill, Arizona, Robin Oso of Mesa, Arizona, Tommy Tsosie of Tempe, Samantha Barrales of Birdsprings, Quentin Fernando of Albuquerque, and Sharon Curley of Winslow; sisters, Leatrice Lane and Lea Lane of Salt Lake City; and 21 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Henry is preceded in death by his son, Lyle Moore; father, Henry Moore Sr.; mother, Aurelia Charlie-Moore; sisters, Lydia Moore and Beatrice Moore-Vezie; and brothers, Donald Moore and Harold Moore.

The family will be hosting a celebration of life with music for Henry on Saturday, May 19, at the Route 66 plaza in Winslow, which is adjacent to the Standing on the Corner Park, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (MST). Seating will not be provided so bring own seats and umbrellas.

Greer’s Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be sent to www.greersmortuary.com.

Janett T. Naswood

GALLUP — Funeral services for Janett T. Naswood, 77, of Fort Defiance, will be held Friday, May 18, at 10 a.m. at the Cope Memorial Chapel in Gallup. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in Gallup.

Janett was born Aug. 21, 1940, in White Horse Lake, New Mexico, into the Tó’áhaní (Near the Water Clan), born for Naakai dine’é (Mexican Clan). She passed away May 13, 2018, in Fort Defiance. Janett attended Riverside Indian School in Anadarko, Oklahoma, Kiowa School of Practical Nursing, and the University of New Mexico-Gallup School of Nursing. She was employed with Indian Health Service in Crownpoint and Fort Defiance.

She enjoyed sewing and country western dances. Janett is survived by her sons, Elmer Naswood, Elbert Naswood, and Elton Naswood; sisters, Lalie Yazzie, Lucy Sandoval, Helen Sandoval, Esther Tsosie, Angie Tsosie, Charlotte Salt, and Alice Jones; and two grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Janett is preceded in death by her son, Eldon “Ebba” Naswood; mother, Bessie Tsosie; and father, Charlie Tsosie. Pallbearers will be Hoskie Yazzie Jr., Larry Tsosie, Delbert Yazzie, and Greyson W. Claw.

Honorary pallbearers will be Elroy Naswood, Lionel Naswood, Ryan Naswood, and Ethan Naswood. A reception will take place in St. Michaels, Arizona, following services. Cope Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Jeanette Parrish

KAYENTA — Jeanette Parrish, a longtime resident of the Kayenta area, passed away peacefully May 5, 2018, at the San Juan Regional Hospital in Farmington, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Jeanette was born Nov. 11, 1918, in Kayenta, into the Tódích’íi’nii (Biter Water Clan), born for Táchii’nii (Red Running Into the Water People Clan).

Jeanette was orphaned at the age of one and a half and was raised by extended Tódích’íi’nii relatives. Jeanette did not attend any institutions delved in formal Western education, but always encouraged her children and grandchildren to embrace the benefits of higher education. As a rug weaver, she knew that this trade was not lucrative enough to achieve self-sustenance; therefore, always encouraged her loved ones to seek higher education.

In her younger years, Jeanette raced horses, wove rugs and saddle blankets, was a known herbalist and was the caretaker for many people. In her later years, she loved to travel, attend special events for her children and grandchildren, and was an avid sports fan. Her meticulousness was evident in her appearance often displayed with her jewelry, her clothing and her overall demeanor.

Jeanette’s pride was the legacy left with six generations that included her 11 children, 207 grandchildren and great-, great-, great-grandchildren alike.

Jeanette is survived by her sons, Robert Parrish, Arthur Parrish, Norman Parrish, and Albert Parrish; daughters, Stella Edwards, Lillian Wallen, Felicita Young, Jane Parrish, Helen Cody, and Gladys Yellowhair; and 207 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Jeanette is preceded in death by her husband, Rodney Parrish Sr.; daughter, Lois Mitchell; and sons, David Parrish, Rodney Parrish Jr., and Raymond Parrish.

Lee “Lefty” Litson Jr.

FORT DEFIANCE — Funeral services for Lee “Lefty” Litson Jr., 50, were held May 15 at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament in Fort Defiance. Interment followed at the family plot in Black Rock, Arizona.

Lee was born May 7, 1968, in Fort Defiance, into the Táchii’nii (Red Running Into the Water People Clan), born for Kiyaa’áanii (Towering House Clan). His nali is Tótsohnii (Big Water); chei is Bit’ahnii (Under His Cover). He died May 9, 2018, in Mesa, Arizona.

Lee attended Monument Valley High School and Mesa Community College. He was employed as a chef and automotive mechanic. Lee is survived by his parents, Doris and Lee Litson Sr.; and siblings, Leanne Litson, Wendi Litson, Dawnel Litson, Janel Litson, and Tenneile Litson. Lee is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Marion and Frank Todakonzie Sr.; and paternal grandparents, Isabel and Martin Litson. Pallbearers were Adrian Hudson, Brannon Holtsoi, Steve Litson, Mike Martinez, Jay Nez, and Garrison Staley. Honorary pallbearers were Eric Lee, Adam Redhouse, Keith Grass Jr., Dondi Begay, and Robert Ray.

Rollie Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.

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