Alfert Yazzie

Alfert Yazzie, aged 63, passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2025. He was born on October 23, 1961 in Herriman, Utah to Albert and Dorothy Yazzie. 

He married his sweetheart, Yolanda Archuleta on October 10, 1981 and together they raised their children and shared 43 wonderful years together. 

Alfert loved fishing and hunting and was known to be a lover of the outdoors. He worked for the Kennecott Copper Mine for many years and took great pride in his work and eventually retired. 

Alfert is survived by his wife, Yolanda Archuleta Yazzie; daughters Yolanda Christina Yazzie and Bobbie Jo Yazzie; son Aladino Alfert Yazzie; and granddaughter Aleesa Christina Yazzie; as well as many other family members and friends. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Albert and Dorothy Yazzie; sisters Maggie Yazzie, Peggy Yazzie, and Jolene Ohering; and his brother Patrick Yazzie. 

He will be greatly missed.