Alice K. Henry

Alice K. Henry (94) was born May 05, 1930 (circa), to the parents of Kosea Bizhi’ and Mary Kosea. She went home in the early morning hour of November 03, 2024. The Matriarch and Gold Star Mother from the Bisti, NM community was known for her Rug weaving designs, a Rancher, was very outspoken within her community and well loved by many.

Ms. Alice K. Henry was a mother, grandmother, aunt and a relative to many. She was preceded in death by her Parents; Kosea Bizhi’ and Mary Kosea; her beloved husband, Frank K. Henry; Son, Peter Charlie (KIA-Vietnam War); Daughters, Bernice Yazzie (Leslie Yazzie) both dec.; Althea Shirley (Calvin Shirley) both dec.; and Rita Laplante. Also preceded in death by her grandchildren; Marco & Tina Laplante, Forrest S. Yazzie, Creighton Henry, Melissa Yazzie, Alexander Toledo, Kimberly Henry and Erin Lea Shaniah Henry.

Ms. Alice is survived by her children; Genevievie Yazzie (Arthur J Yazzie-dec), Bessie Sherwood (Frank), Raymond Henry (Loretta), Davis Henry (Sharon), Rosita Henry, Samuel Henry, Benjamin Henry (Lavinia), Aaron Henry (Lorraine) and son in law, Walter Laplante. Along with numerous Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, and Great-Great-Grandchildren.

Going Home Celebration will be at 10 am on Monday, November 11, 2024 at the Oasis Church (1601 North Dustin Ave.) Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery.

 It was awesome to have our Momma with us for 94 gracious years, her continuous teachings continued ‘til the day she was called home to be safely in Gods loving arms and care. 

 It is such an Honor to have her Going Home Celebration on Veterans Day, November 11, 2024, for an outstanding GOLD STAR MOTHER.

We love you ALWAYS MOMMA, you have always been treasured and we will continue to treasure your many teachings. Your HARD-WORKING HANDS HAVE FINALLY BEEN PUT TO REST BY YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER. HE HAS DEEMED YOU HAVE FINISHED THE WORK, HE HAS CALLED YOU TO DO. AMEN.