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TANNER -- Donald Carl Tanner Sr.,75, of Gallup, NM, died peacefully at his home Thursday, April 19, 2007. He was born January 22, 1932 in Fruitland, NM. Don spent much of his youth on the Navajo Reservation as his father ran several trading posts there. Don graduated from high school in Durango, CO where he excelled at football and basketball. He spent most of his adult years in Gallup. Over the years he operated many Indian Trading businesses in Gallup, Santa Fe, Farmington, and Scottsdale. Don was a true friend to the Native American people. He truly loved his family and never allowed outside influences to keep him from spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was a life-long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and devoted his life to serving the Lord which included serving as the first Stake President of the Gallup, NM Stake. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Louise Compton Tanner; his sons, Don Jr. (Pam), Mitch (Roseanne), Tyde (Linda), Sterling (Brenda); his daughter, Rachel (Matthew Boyle); his daughter-in-law, Liliane; and 22 grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Dorothy Campbell; and brothers J.B., Joe, and Ellis. Don is preceded in death by his parents, Ruel Lehi and Stella McGee Tanner; his brothers, Robert, Jerry, and Rick; and his son, Sheldon. Funeral Services will be held Monday, April 23, 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 601 Susan Avenue in Gallup. A viewing will be held preceding the funeral from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Arrangements are being handled by Rollie Mortuary.
        Published on: Sun April 22, 2007