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William Sanchez

William Sanchez

July 13th, 1934 - March 4th, 2018

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William W. Sanchez, age 83 of Dixon, NM passed away in Albuquerque, Sunday, March 4th.

William lived in Grants, NM and worked for Kerr McGee for over 20 years and was a member of the Grants Fire Department of which he was so very proud of. He loved farming and caring for his beautiful apple orchard in Dixon. William loved storytelling and music.

William was preceded in death by his Parents; Max and Filadelfia Sanchez, Brother; Max Sanchez Jr., Sister; Rosie Quintana.

William is survived by his Companion; Lydia Gordon, Mother of his children; Rebecca Sanchez, Daughters; Julie Sanchez and husband Walter, Frances Montoya and husband Edward, Son; Raymond Sanchez, 8 Grandchildren, 26 Great-Grandchildren, and 7 Great Great-Grandchildren. Sisters; Mae Larranaga, Precilia Barcelone, Katie Lujan, Sisters in Law; Ramona Sapien, Thelma Aguilar, Brother in Law; Ruben Sandoval and Sister In Law;Clara Archuleta.

Public visitation and Rosary services will be held this coming Saturday, March 10th at Rivera Family Funeral Home with visitation beginning at 6 PM with a Rosary being prayed at 7 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 12, 2018 at 11 AM at St Anthony's Catholic Church in Dixon. Interment will take place at a later day.

Serving the families as Pall Bearers are Rebecca Ann Pena, Herman Pena Jr., Richard Pena, Louella Montoya, Edward Montoya Jr., and Brenda Candelaria. Honorary Pall bearers will be all his Godsons; George Garcia, James Lujan, Chris Sanchez, and Kevin Williamson.

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Name William Sanchez
Date of Birth July 13th, 1934
Date of Death March 4th, 2018
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Funeral Home Rivera Family Funeral Home - Española
Address 305 Calle Salazar
Española NM 87532
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Sue Thornhill published a tribute .

Just came across his obituary by accident. When I worked for Kerr McGee in the 1970’s Willie Sanchez worked there and treated me with great respect, will never forget he had so much confidence in me and together we’d show other workers how to do the job. RIP

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Peggy Ortiz published a tribute .

Our deepest condolences to hear of Mr. Sanchez’s passing. He was caring, kind, smart and a very intelligent man. We loved your dad very much and he will dearly be missed by the Ortiz kids from Denver.

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Amie Padilla published a tribute .

The Family of William Sanchez would like to thank everyone for their continued condolences and prayers. Also a huge thank you to everyone who helped celebrate his life this past weekend! We loved him deeply and appreciate your kind words and presence!

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C. Arellano published a tribute .

Rest in peace Mr. Willie !! U will be greatly missed , It a great privilege to have known u. Fly high with the angles . Love you

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Diane Lopez published a tribute .

Henry Aragon,diane's bro (pinon)and wife laura.Willie got him into mining,after other mines said he was to small.he became a great employee.thanks to willie .willie helped so many.

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Nicklos Jaramillo published a tribute .

My Condolence to the Sanchez Family.

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Dino Barcelon And Family published a tribute .

Rest in peace uncle wille we will miss you dearly love you. Your nephew Dino Lori and Jacob

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Andrew Medina & Familyheanomed33@ published a tribute .

My deepest sympathy to all the family for the loss of this gentleman. Que Dios lo Bendiga e que sé vía en paz

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Barbra Quintana published a tribute .

UNCLE, YOU WERE ALWAYS THE BEST, I ABSOLUTELY LOVED SPENDING TIME WITH YOU...YOU WILL BE MISSED... LOTS OF LOVE TO YOU...

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Lucille published a tribute .

Raymond I am so sorry about your dad may he fly with the angels he is no longer suffering god bless u and your family

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Pauline Gallegos published a tribute .

Condolence to all the family from Colorado. I'm a very good friend of Williams sister, Priscilla Barcelon, she is taking this very hard. I wish she was in good health to be there with her family. Priscilla has shared stories of her brother and you can feel the love she has for him. God bless you all at your time of sorrow.

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Rebecca Pena published a tribute .

My Tata William will truly be missed. He is survived by many cherished family members too numerous to name. His legacy will live on through all of us. Pallbearer s will be his grandchildren Rebecca Pena, Herman Pena Jr., Louella Montoya, Richard Pena, Brenda Candelareria, and Edward Montoya Jr. Honorary Pallbearer Kevin Williamson

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Bernie Parker published a tribute .

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May you have a happy reunion with your parents my compadres. you have been a good friend since our youth, I will miss visiting with you every time I go to New Mexico . Bernie Parker
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Lucille published a tribute .

Raymond I am so sorry about your dad may he rip he isn't suffering now he has gone home god bless all your family

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Rubel Salazar published a tribute .

Condolences to the family of Mr. Sanchez.

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Jackie Diaz published a tribute .

Tio Willie I will miss hearing your voice your jokes. I will miss singing to you knowing I made your day. You will be dearly missed. My heart is heavy. You will always with us in heart and spirit. RIP Tio. Jackie Hank and Maggie.

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Joe And Julie Valencia published a tribute .

This picture was taken when Fire Fighter Bob Bowlin passed away. These are the some of the Grants Fire and Rescue Old Timers

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Diane And Joe Lopez published a tribute .

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Diane And Joe Lopez published a tribute .

Picking apples with Willie,had so much fun.

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Diane Lopez published a tribute .

Picking apples at Willie's apple orchard

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Joe & Julie Valencia published a tribute .

So sad to here that you are gone! Fly with the angels Love you Joe and Julie Valencia

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Joe And Diane Aragon Lopez published a comment .

Our condolences to the Sanchez family,Willie will never be forgotten,for he was so part of our lifes.Willie Will be missed.

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Suzie Vigil Archuleta published a tribute .

I was saddened to hear about Primo Willie....may he rest in peace (and take care of all the golden apples in heaven)

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Manuel published a tribute .

To the family of William Sanchez, Marylou and I send our sincere condolences to the family, may he rest in peace with our heavenly father, in Jesus name, Amen.

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Joe And Diane Lopez published a tribute .

Condolence to all the Sanchez family.Willie our good friend will be terribly missed.a person of great intelegence,full of the life.prayers for healing.

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Joe And Diane Lopez published a tribute .

Willie Sanchez,was a man of intellegence,loving caring ,always helping someone.i met Willie in Dec. 1974,when i got hired at the kerr McGee corp. In Grants NM.he was my mentor,it was him who helped me in all i know about urainium mining.He went out of his way to teach me on the mining manual.He was like my dad,respectful,funny,loved life and we all loved him.after mines closed.i lost track of him for 30 years,iwould ask,looked.And one day omg,somehow we met at a christmas party in Grants,i was so happy,we both were.ever sence we talked on phone and visited.we loved that man so much.but we are saddened by his sickness and parting,he will be missed terribly.condolences to the family,and blessings to Lydia,Frances,Julie, and Ray.prayers for all your families.

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George And Lillian Vigil published a tribute .

Frances and family Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family

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F. Angelina Armijo-Valdez published a tribute .

Julie, Frances and Ray, I’m so sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. He was a very special person and left a wonderful legacy. God bless you.

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Jim Martinez published a tribute .

On behalf of Rivera Family Funeral Homes & Crematory we want to express to you our deepest condolences and prayers.

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Eddie & Kathryn Sedillos published a tribute .

Rest in Peace, primo. Vaya con Dios.
Your kindness to me and my family will never be forgotten.
Your kindness to your Tia Olivama and Tio Timoteo was sincere and so appreciated by them. William was one of a kind, an outstanding man.

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