Elva Nelly Atherton Obituary
We are sad to announce that on May 4, 2026, at the age of 82, Elva Nelly Atherton of Yuma, Arizona passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elva Nelly Atherton to pay them a last tribute.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Elva leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 20th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Johnson Mortuary Chapel (1415 S 1st Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364). A prayer will be held on Wednesday, May 20th 2026 from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the same location. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 21st 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (505 S Avenue B, Yuma, AZ 85364). A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 21st 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Desert Lawn Memorial Park (1415 S 1st Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364).
