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Ernest Sandoval Obituary
Farmington -
Ernest B. Sandoval, (Ernie), 63, of Farmington, New Mexico passed away on Thursday November 21, 2019 in Farmington, New Mexico. He was born May 27, 1956, in Durango, Colorado, to Bernie Sandoval and Pauline Gonzales-Sears, raised in Farmington, and later moved to San Diego, California where he spent numerous years before returning back to Farmington 7 years ago.
Ernie loved watching sports of all sorts and was and avid fan of the LA Chargers. He will be missed by his loved ones and so many others.
Ernie is preceded in death by his mother Pauline Gonzales-Sears and a sister, Christine Sandoval.
Ernie is survived by his father, Bernabe (Bernie) Sandoval, 6 brothers, Andy Sandoval (Sharon), Jessie Sandoval (Deanna) James Sears Jr., Trey Sandoval (Becky), Wayne Sandoval, and 2 sisters, Teri Sandoval and Jennie (Chuck) Sanders, and 4 children, Christopher Styles and Jessica Rice, Angela Sandoval-Ortiz, and Valerie Sandoval. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and a world of extended family who thought the world of Ernie.
Ernie's care is entrusted to Cope Memorial Chapel
404 W. Arrington St. Farmington, NM 87401 505-327-5142
Services being held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Wednesday, November 27 beginning at 9 a.m. Those who wish to extend their condolences may do so at www.serenityandcompany.com.
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July 8, 2025
Dear son I miss you so much never forget me
Your Father BS
Marion Cordova
December 23, 2019
Farewell and fair winds, my long ago friend. You were my buddy at Sacred Heart and taught me to ride a motorcycle. We used to ride around on your red Honda CL70, and though taking a passenger slowed that little bike down, you always welcomed me aboard. We had some foolish times; we rode that bike from Farmington to Durango to visit your family.
In public school we gravitated toward different crowds, but you always stayed my friend and always made me feel welcome every time we met.
I remember boating at Navajo Lake and hot-footing around in that Buick Wildcat! We thought we were invincible.
Earth's loss is heaven's gain. You generated a world of joy here, and no doubt are doing the same where you are.
I have never forgotten you, my friend, and I never will.
Leta Nez
December 1, 2019
Ernie, I remember your return back from CA when I ran into you at Chef Bernies. You still carried the bouncy laughter along with the kind heart. Thank you for your friendship, I will keep the family in my prayers
November 26, 2019
I remember running around Chef Bernie's with all the cousins during the holidays. Ernie wasn't too old or too cool to check in with the younger cousins. If I close my eyes, I can hear him chuckle as he tousled my hair. Peace be with you. Prayers and love for Uncle Bernie and my cousins.
Jacqueline Tahsuda and family
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Jan Saiz-Aragón
November 26, 2019
Ernest was my first middle school crush! We met at a middle school dance! Later in 1975 he was my prom date! So handsome and sweet! Fly with the angels my friend!
November 25, 2019
We send our heartfelt sympathy and love to the Sandoval family.............Ernie was a fun and kind person to know.............GOD BLESS..........love and hugs. from Pat Isaak and son Tom ......San Di
ego, CA
November 24, 2019
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones who passed away in death . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .
Jennie Sanders
November 24, 2019
Oh my brother, time has stood still...I miss you, and will forever...
Paula Jenkinson
November 23, 2019
U will b missed! Fly high my friend! Fly high
Donna Paul Vigil
November 22, 2019
Fly high cousin so glad we connected on Facebook gonna miss seeing posts by you God's Angel's are special .
Jim Sears
November 22, 2019
You will be missed and already are my brother. I live you bro
Jennie Sanders
November 22, 2019
Ernie........... what do I say to you brother...I just spent days with you by your side in the hospital......I just couldn't leave you and now you're gone brother......it wasn't supposed to be like this....we had a good day on the way home from the hospital yesterday a good drive and good talks....and I thought you were getting better. I should have stayed with you or I should have made you come home with me...but I was giving you your space that you needed in your own home. I am sorry brother.... We were supposed to hang today and instead, dad and Jimmy and I spent the day making arrangements for your funeral service...what am I supposed to do now brother....
I can't believe your gone
I can't believe you won't be here anymore
My whole me is in so much shock and agony and my heart is so broken I don't know what to say and I just know that my heart hurts so much I can't even get to the good things
I love love you so much and I know I will miss you so much Ern...how do we celebrate our birthdays together anymore????
How??? Why???
There are so many words and thoughts and they just won't come to me now. My brother.....
Rest in Peace my brother
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