BEDFORD, MARIE BERTHA Age 78, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2013. She was born on November 5, 1934 in Cerro, NM to Felipe and Sofia Sanchez. Bertha was a loving and caring woman who lived for her family and friends. She enjoyed a strong relationship with her faith. She is loved and will be truly missed. Bertha was preceded in death by her husband, William E. Bedford, Jr. She is survived by her sons, Brently Bedford of Bernalillo, NM, and William E. Bedford, III and wife, Terrie, of Spring Branch, TX; significant other, Merle Wheeler of Bernalillo, NM; grandchildren, Kelley, Cody and Colin; great-granddaughter, Domanique; sister and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends who mourn her passing. A Memorial Service will be held at 9:30 AM on Monday, June 17, 2013 at Daniels Family Funeral Services - Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho. Inurnment will be held at 2:15 PM on Monday, June 17, 2013 at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920