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Helen Sanchez, born April 22, 1928 in Belen, NM and passed away in Albuquerque, NM on Monday, March 1, 2010 at the age of 81. She is preceded in death by her parents, Enriquez and Perelgrina Sanchez; sisters, Josie S. Gallegos and Marcella S. Zeniceros. Helen is survived by her sisters, Gregorita Sanchez, Ismenia Gutierrez and husband, Felix, Gabriella Taylor and husband Bill, and Frances Gallegos; several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great great-nieces and nephews; as well as other family and friends who loved her and will miss her. Helen had a stroke six years ago and was provided care by her loving sister, Frances Gallegos, and her loving niece, Eleanor Gallegos. She loved to play bingo and was a chef and baker for Siglers cafeteria for many years until they closed. After that, she went to work for First National Bank until she retired in 1981. Services will be held at San Ignacio Catholic Church, 1300 Walter NE. A Rosary will be recited on Friday, March 5, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Richard Gallegos, Tony Gallegos, Rudy Gallegos, Adrian Gallegos, Joseph Gallegos, Anthony Gallegos, Augustin Victoria, and Art Alirez. Honorary pallbearers will be Jesse Zeniceros, Aaron Maes, Marvin Gallegos, and Gabe Large. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St, NW, ABQ, 87107. 505-343-8008.
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