John Acker McNary, 91, of Cottonwood died December 30. He was born December 28, 1912 in Berino, New Mexico. Mr. McNary was a retired from the US Government. He served his country in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the Verde Valley Presbyterian Church and the Jerome Lodge of Elks. His wife, Elizabeth McNary survives him; he also leaves two daughters, Carolyn Havens of Silver City, New Mexico and Patricia G. McNary of Payson; a son John H. McNary of Mesa; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. There are no public services planned. Donations in his memory may be made to the donor\u0027s choice. Westcott Funeral Home assisted the family with these arrangements.