Photo courtesy of Baca's Funeral Chapels - Las Cruces
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Oct 4, 1978 – Apr 21, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of MICHAEL PAUL SANCHEZ, 46, who left us on Monday April 21, 2025. He was born October 4, 1978, in Las Cruces New Mexico at Memorial Medical Hospital. His spirit will live on in the lives of those who knew and loved him.
Michael was a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, whose warmth and kindness touched everyone around him. He was deeply loved by his family.
Michael is survived by his mother, Debra F. Ybarvo (Ismael); father, Mario M. Sanchez “Buddy” (Henrietta); his children, Nathaniel Sanchez, Reyna Sanchez and Ussiah Sanchez; his brothers, Mario Sanchez (Kasia), Matthew Sanchez, Joel David Ybarvo, and Chris Moreno; sisters, Cecilia Perez and Monica Moreno. Michael’s presence was a gift to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
In his life, Michael made a lasting impact through his competitiveness specifically in sports but really anything he did. He was a man of all trades. He specialized in glass work. If you knew Michael, you knew he had a passion to cook food. Michael was the kind of man that if you needed help with anything he was always right there willing to lend a hand to anyone and everyone he could.
Whether it was through his compassionate nature or his infectious sense of humor, he brought joy to many. Michael's family and friends are devastated by his loss, but they take comfort in knowing that his memory will live on through the stories and love he leaves behind.
He is preceded in death with loved ones as listed, Ismael Ybarvo, Helen Aragon, Josefina Ybarvo, Helen Rios, Robert Fernandez, and Martin Sanchez.
A service will be held at Calvary Christian Centey on Friday June 6, 2025, at 11 AM. Family and friends are invited to join in celebrating Michael’s life and remembering the positive impact he had on everyone he met. Michael’s legacy of love, laughter, and generosity will never be forgotten.
Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapel of Las Cruces and Sunset Crematory, 300 E. Boutz Road, 527-2222. Your exclusive provider for “Veterans and Family Memorial Care.” For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
Read MoreYou were always the realest Mike. Thank you for loving my girls and just being you. Your spirit and smile was always infectious which will live on forever with us.
Michelle
June 15, 2025 | Acquaintance
You were such a cool dude make me sad to know you are with the Lord. Thank you for looking over my baby when you hung out around her house your heart was always filled with love may your family find peace knowing you no longer have to suffer
Joanna
June 10, 2025
Mike you are truly missed brother. I'll never forget when you showed up to my daughter's birthday party at the lake many years ago with a brand new bike for her! That's the person you are brother. Kind, giving and loving! Just want to say thanks my friend and we love you! Until we meet again..
Paul Anderson
June 07, 2025 | Friend
Dang, Mike it's been so long man we worked at sisbsrros- auto world where Ismael worked when we were lil! Miss you bro RIP.
Martin Liges n family would like to give our deepest condolences very big loss!
martin liges
May 16, 2025 | Alamogordo, NM | Family
Buddy/Henrietta and family, We send our condolences for your son and family member. Prayers go out to all the family. May God send you peace and comfort during this trying time. We love you all.
Laura/Gilbert Lujan
May 06, 2025 | San Antonio, TX | Friend
