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Verna Mae Riley Shannon Bates was born on April 1, 1935 in Floyd, NM to Fred and Muriel (Hawkins) Riley. She was welcomed home by Jesus and many beloved family members and friends on February 19, 2026.Verna was a lifelong caregiver, which began at a young age taking care of her younger brothers,...
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