Arneita Harris O'Brien

O'Brien- Arneita Harris O'Brien passed away peacefully in Farmington Monday, April 13, 2009. She was born in Taos, New Mexico on November 5, 1924, to Ercie and Lila Wood, and lived in many places, mostly in New Mexico, as her family struggled through the depression years. Arneita married Carl Harris in January, 1943 and they determined to give thier family a loving and stable home life. She lived about 60 years in the Albuquerque area before moving to Farmington in 2003. She was preceded in death by Carl; her parents and two brothers, W E (Woody) and Dean Wood; grandson, Kenneth Perrin and Virgil O'Brien. She is survived by her sister, Drucilla Baily; her two daughters and their husbands- Fran and Cliff Perrin and Rita and Rick LoPresto; six grandchildren- Phil Perrin of Maryland, Brentm Brian and Tammy Lo Presto of Oklahoma; Ginger Dynneson of Montana; Kimberly Wood of Farmington; seven terrific great grandchildren; and many dear friends. She was a superb wife, Mother, grandmother, homemaker and friend and will be dearly missed for her quick laugh and loving spirit. As a member of Emmanuek Baptist Church she was blessed with a loving and supportive church family which made her move to Farmington easier. Memorial contributions may be made to the Baptist Children's Home, care of Emmanuel Baptist Church, 211 W. 20th St., Farmington, NM 87401.