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Obituary for Sanchez


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Saturday October 12, 2002

Saturnino Sanchez Sr., 95, was born October 31, 1906, and passed away at home Thursday, October 10, 2002. A lifelong resident of Albuquerque, has been called home to be with our Lord, and wife, Paublita; two sons, Benito and Dimas Sanchez; daughter, Molly"Amalia" Carter; three grandchildren, Bernice Tapia, Ruben Giron, and Charles Carter; and most recently a great grandson, Dominick Edward Tapia. Saturnino is survived by two sons, Andres and Saturnino Jr.; son-in-law, Thomas Carter Sr.; four daughters, Teofila Armijo, Anita Tapia, Margie Armijo, and Lugie Sanchez; one brother, Miguel Sanchez; and one sister, Reyna Herrera; 15 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Saturnino was a member of the Labor Union # 16 for over 50 years. We have been so blessed to have had you in our lives for the many years as we did, but God has called you home to be with him. Your memory will always live in our hearts, we love you and will miss you dearly. You are in a better place, in the hands of our Lord. Services will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Drive SW. A Rosary and Mass will be held Saturday, October 12, 2002, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Burial will follow at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tony, Pete, and Roman Sanchez, Frankie Benavidez, Robert Carter, and Edward Tapia. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW Albuquerque, 343-8008.