Sophie Yazzie, a World War II veteran and member of the Navajo Nation, died on Saturday. She was 105 years old.

The Navajo Nation confirmed Yazzie's death in a written statement issued Saturday.

"On behalf of the Navajo people, we offer our thoughts and prayers for the family of the late Sophie Yazzie, a matriach for her family and a warrior for our Navajo people who served our country with great honor and dignity," Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez wrote. "To her family we pray for comfort during this difficult time."

The statement said Yazzie was the longest-living veteran in Arizona before she died in Tucson. She had four children, five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren with her late husband, Jordan Yazzie.

Wanda Wright, director of the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services, expressed her condolences on Facebook.

"We are saddened to hear of the passing of Sophie Yazzie," Write wrote. "Sophie, a WWII veteran died today at the age of 105 surrounded by her family. A Navajo veteran, she was born and raised in Canyon de Chelly and served in the Women’s Army Air Corps."

Yazzie enlisted with the Women's Army Air Corps. at 28 and was honorably discharged.

Gov. Doug Ducey tweeted his condolences Saturday evening.

"Saddened to learn of the passing of Sophie Yazzie, a World War II Veteran and member of the Navajo Nation," Ducey wrote. "At the age of 105, Sophie was one of the longest living female WWII veterans. Arizona is forever grateful for her service. Our prayers are with her loved ones. #RIP"

The Navajo Nation said funeral arrangements are still being confirmed, but Yazzie's family is accepting donations, which can be sent to Karen Kuciver at 6110 E. 30th St., Tucson, Arizona 85711.

Reach the reporter Perry Vandell at 602-444-2474 or perry.vandell@gannett.com. Follow him on Twitter @PerryVandell.

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