Mary Yates

Colleen passed away on January 25, 2017, in Amarillo, TX at age 90. She was born in 1926 in Colfax County, NM. She grew up in Raton, NM, and married Otis A. Yates in 1946. They lived near Forrest, NM where Otis farmed and ranched. In 1953 they moved to Clovis where Colleen worked for Mountain Bell Telephone for 27 years. After retiring she received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Eastern New Mexico University graduating Cum Laude, and she never lost her love for learning. Throughout her life she entertained many interests including raising hybrid roses, painting, quilting, and traveling throughout the world with Otis. She loved God and was a devoted Christian. Colleen moved to Amarillo in 2010 to be near her daughter Erin.

Her husband Otis, parents, and three siblings preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughters Erin Wood of Amarillo, Penny Wilkins of Austin, five grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Colleen will be buried at Plain Cemetery in Quay County, NM. Private services have been held.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Steed-Todd Funeral Home, 800 E. Manana Blvd., Clovis, NM 88101 (575) 763-5541 or you may sign the online guest registry at www.steedtodd.com .