Photo courtesy of Angelus Funeral Home - San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO, Texas
1941 - 2021
Pedro “Pete” Sanchez went to be with the Lord on March 30, 2021. Pete was born on July 20, 1941 in McQueeney, Texas. He graduated from South San HS and Southwest Texas State.
Pete proudly served in the US Navy Reserves and US Army in Thule, Greenland. He spent most of his career at Kelly Airforce Base for over 40 years. Pete had a strong passion for education and encouraged others to pursue their Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. He enjoyed dancing, working on his yard, traveling, and watching Western movies.
Pete was preceded in death by his parents Pedro and Eloisa Sanchez and his grandparents. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Martina; children, Norma Lamica and Carlos Sanchez; grandchildren, Stephanie Lamica and Andrew (Amanda) Lamica. He is lovingly remembered by his siblings, Benny (Margaret) Sanchez, Alfredo (Jody) Sanchez, Alex (Debra) Sanchez, Yolanda Tamez and Gloria Herrera (sister-in-law). His memory will also be long lived by several cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.
We would also like to give special thanks to Bryan Underwood, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Potter, Dr. David Friedman, Nadiera Davis & Trinity Hospice
Visitation will be held at The Angelus Funeral Home (1119 N. St. Mary’s Street, SATX 78215) on Sunday April 11th. Public viewing will be from 4-5pm with the rosary immediately following.
The funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Helotes, Texas on Monday, April 12th at 11am. Interment will follow the funeral mass at Holy Cross Cemetery (17501 Nacogdoches Road, SATX 78266).
Read MoreDaddy thank you for everything you have done for Stephanie , Andrew, and I. You are a amazing father and grandfather. Words can’t not express how much I am going to miss seeing and hear you saying Normita! I love you DADDY!
Norma Lamica
April 12, 2021 | Helotes, TX | Daughter
Cousin Pete Chiquito may you be resting in eternal peace and May perpetual light shine upon you. Fuentes abrazos y besos para mi familia en la Gloria de nuestro Señor Dios y Jesucristo. Hasta que nos veyamos otra vez.
Sylvia Ramos
April 11, 2021 | Schertz, TX
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Prayers for comfort and peace.
Lorrie Valadez Cook
April 11, 2021 | McQueeney, TX | Friend
Grandpa is the only name I knew for you. It wasn't untill High school I found out your name and even then and now you will always be grandpa to me. Im glad to have been welcomed into your home and family. R.I.P. untill we meet again.
Jackie (Jimenez) Reyna
Jackie Reyna
April 10, 2021 | San Antonio, TX | Friend
Our sincere condolence in the passing of cousin Pete. May he rest in peace and perpetual light shine upon him. Our prayers to the family during this difficult time. May the peace of the Lord be with all of you.
Felix and Cathy Benavidez
April 07, 2021 | El Paso, TX | Family
I remember you always love making us laugh. You say hi to my mom “ Joy” . Peace to you.
Love, Karen Friedrich
& Uncle Alex Martinez
Karen Friedrich
April 04, 2021 | Downers Grove, IL | Family
My dear cousin Pete. You are forever in my memories. Bless you and your family.
Deborah Buckaloo
April 03, 2021 | EL PASO, TX | Family
What a great brother I had in Pete. He was a hard working man that was a great provider for his family. Pete could be brutally honest but had a big heart. Pete loved our mom and dad and would do anything for them. He would always tell everyone how proud he was of me and my professional accomplishments. He also loved his brothers in his own way. I am proud of Pete of how he battled cancer and never stop fighting. When he went under hospice he would tell everybody it was a minor set back...
Alex Sanchez
April 02, 2021 | San Antonio, TX | Brother