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1927 Ivan 2019

April 1, 1927 — January 11, 2019

Ivan Lee Emerson passed away on Friday, January 11, 2019

Ivan is preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Bettie, son Terry E and Randy L. Emerson, parents Clarence and Mattie, brothers; Harold D. Emerson, Roy Emerson, Tom C. Emerson.

He is survived by his sons; Brent A. Emerson, Lance R. Emerson, daughter Brenda G. Dandois (David R.), Brother in law; Robert Pennel (Glenda), 8 grandchildren; Christopher M., Tami, Ian, Brandy, Tabitha, Samantha, Amanda, and Austin, and also 10 great grandchildren.

Ivan's Life Celebration will begin with a Visitation on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at 10:00 am at Salazar Mortuary located at 400 Third St SW. Service will begin at 11:00 am. Burial will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3:00 pm.

Pallbearers will be Ian L. Dandois, Benjamin G. Benavidez, Austin R. Emerson, Michael W. Brittenham, Melvin J. Wilson, and Nicholas J. Brittenham.

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