Milnor Branch, A resident of Coyote, NM, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, February 8, 2026. 

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Carmella Branch, his parents, Alfonso and Frances Branch, and friend Richard Jaquez (Honorary Pallbearer). 

Milnor is survived by his wife, Bertha Branch, his children Clarissa (Billy) Cordova and Milnor Branch. His grandchildren Jazmin (Caleb) Vigil, Erin Cordova, Devyn Cordova (Damian), Milnor Branch, Lauryn Branch, and his great-granddaughter, Laraya Vigil.

Milnor was a devoted family man, a cherished friend, a hard worker, and someone who deeply cherished his family. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, family, and hard work. He will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts.

A Public Visitation will begin on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 5:00 pm, with a Rosary to follow at 6:00 pm in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home in Espanola, NM. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 11:00 am at San Juan Bautista Catholic Church in Coyote, NM, with a Burial to follow at the Coyote Community Cemetery. 

Pallbearers: Billy Cordova, Milnor Branch, Caleb Vigil, Damian Trujillo, Kenny Branch, and Marcos Romero. 

Honorary Pallbearers: Mike Sandoval, Tommy Chacon, Bernie Lovato, and Beto Siqueiros.

The family of Milnor Branch has entrusted the care of their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of the Espanola Valley 505-747-7477.