Barry Melvin Crider

Barry Melvin Crider, 68, of Torreon, NM passed away on August 9, 2006 in Torreon, NM. Barry was born on March 5, 1938 in Ewing, NM to Clint and Josie Crider. Barry was preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter, Brandi Crider; sister in law, Linda Crider He is survived by his beloved wife, Lydia A. Crider; his daughter, Lydia A. and husband David Merck, his son Brian M. and wife Judy Crider; grandchildren, Nicole Merck; Brian A. Crider and Tori Crider, Stepsons Dr. Daniel Vigil and wife Maria, Charlie Vigil and wife Pam, his brother, Rev. Tommy G. Crider and wife Betty; his niece DeVonna Cummins and husband Brett, and their children, Conner and Makala and nephew Darin Crider and Conner and Makala and a vast family of friends. Barry attended Ewing Grade School and Estancia High School; he was a proud Vet of the US Navy from 1955 to 1960. He made a career in drilling and blasting, constructing roads and dams in various states. He also farmed and raised cattle most of his life. Funeral Services will be on Friday, August 11, 2006 at 2:00 PM at the First Assembly of God Church in Estancia, NM. Interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery, Monday, August 14, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Rev. Michael Dominguez will be officiating. Pallbearers are Bruno Romo, Mike Pope, Bobby McMath, Chester Riley, Jack Chavez, and Bill Northsworthy. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ivan Riley, Fidel Chavez Jr., and Newton Northsworthy. Arrangements entrusted to