Anthony Treat

Tony Treat passed away Thursday, January 10, 2013 at La Villa Assisted Living, he was 74 years old.
Tony was born October 16, 1938 to Bill and Ramona Treat both preceded him in death.

Tony graduated from New Mexico Military Institute in 1957 and later from New Mexico State University in 1962 with a degree in Animal Husbandry. While at NMSU, Tony met his wife Joyce Maag, who preceded him in death October of 1999. Tony is survived by his brother, Jay Treat and wife Beverly of Odessa, Texas son, Bernarr Treat and wife Dyanna, of Roswell and daughter, Toni Lynn Bourdon of Houston, Texas and grandchildren Brianna and Haley Bourdon and Spencer and Collin Treat. Dear to him also were his cousins, Mona Rey Moiso of Beaverton, OR and Sally Treat McKay of Roswell.

Tony was a fourth generation rancher in Chaves and Lincoln counties. Tony was known by fellow ranchers as a top producer of Debouillet sheep and wool. He won many awards for his wool across the US and an international award in Australia. Tony was also named Sheepman of the Year in 2007. Very special friends were his ranching neighbors the Skeen, Goodrum and Joyce families. Tony was a partner in the Twin Butte Sheep Co. with Ed James Goodrum. From 1982 to 1994 Tony and longtime friend Bob Naylor were partners in Roswell Wool and Mohair.

Tony was a member of New Mexico Farm Livestock Bureau, NM Wool Growers past president, served two terms on the NM Livestock Board, Chaves County Soil and Water Conservation District and on the Board of First NationalUnited NM Bank.

A special and heart felt thank you goes to Julie and Mike Adams, Meredith Murphy and all the caregivers with La Villa Assisted Living and Vista Care. Graveside services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made in Tony Treats name to the New Mexico Military Institute Foundation 101 W. College Blvd, Roswell, NM 88201 or memorial fund of your choice.

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