News Release
Missing & Murdered Diné Relatives
The Missing & Murdered Diné Relatives task force learned yesterday that the remains of Cecelia Barber Finona was located in Clark County, Nevada in February 2021, and DNA identification occurred on June 30. Cecelia was a mother, grandmother, auntie, sister, and relative to many people who loved and cherished her. She was a U.S. Army veteran and community leader who believed in the importance of protecting her homeland and helping people.
“I would like to send my deepest heartfelt condolences to the family of Cecelia Barber Finona. Her family never gave up looking. They found strength in each other and received support from so many. Thank you to all who supported Cecelia’s family through all their hardships. Now let there be justice for Cecelia and her loved ones. They will always be in our thoughts and prayers.”
– Meskee Yatsayte, MMDR Task Force member and Founder/Advocate of Navajo Missing Persons Updates
“My love and support goes out to the family of Cecelia Finona. The last two years have been hard for her daughter Julietta Faria and many others, and I commend them for never giving up. At this time, I would call on community to help carry Cecelia’s family through this grief through healing prayers and strength. We will continue to advocate for justice for Cecelia.”
– Council Delegate Amber Kanazbah Crotty, 24th Navajo Nation Council
We stand in solidarity with the family of Cecelia Barber Finona and we will continue to call for justice for Cece and her family.
Missing & Murdered Diné Relatives
Website: www.navajommdr.com
