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RAUL SANCHEZ Obituary

SANCHEZ Raul Sanchez ( Daffy), 63, born on February 26, 1948. On Saturday, August 13, 2011, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ opened his loving arms and welcomed the gentle and humble soul of his son Raul Sanchez into heaven. Raul was a native El Pasoan, who attended Alta Vista Elementary and Austin High School. He was a loyal and dedicated worker, who prior to retiring worked at Ft. Bliss for over 40 years. He enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys, going to the golf course and having some "cold ones" with his friends. Raul went to join family members who preceded him in death; parents, Margarita Hernandez and Heriberto Sanchez Sr.; brother, Ramon Sanchez Sr.; sister, Irma Sanchez Avila; and sister-in-law, Alicia Sanchez. He is survived by wife, Graciela Sanchez; daughters, Michelle Griggs (Ted), Cynthia Willey (Douglas), Monica Sanchez (Bernie), Priscilla Sanchez, and Melissa Sanchez; grandchildren; Lisa Marie and Alexis Griggs, the Willey Clan (Matthew, Morgan, Brittany, and Bryan); and last but not least his daily companion who gave him a lot of love and joy su "Pollito" Damian Gonzalez; brothers, Heriberto Jr., Jesus (Christina), and Ruben (Susie) Sanchez; sister, Carmen (Benito) Ruiz; sister-in-law, Maria Natividad Sanchez; and numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Daffy, although you are gone you will not be forgotten, our love for you will be with us forever. Visitation will be held from 1-3p.m. with a Scripture Service to begin at 2pm, Saturday, August 20, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home Northeast - 4631 Hondo Pass 755-4494. Interment will be private. Please visit on-line register book at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net

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Published by El Paso Times from Aug. 18 to Aug. 25, 2011.

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alex sanchez

August 21, 2011

Our Condolences go out to you Grace and your children. May God watch over you in the days to come. God Bless Alex Sanchez & Family

Jacqueline Hernandez

August 20, 2011

When I was a little girl, I remember Daffy loving baseball and wearing his famous sunglasses. My deepest condolences to the Sanchez family in the loss of your brother and father. May God comfort you during this time of sadness

Ernest Duron

August 20, 2011

I have fond memories of when we played golf and the adventures afterwards having a few cold ones. You, me, Clyde, Nicklebine, Elias and the rest of your friends too numerous to mention. You will be missed my good friend.

August 20, 2011

The Arroyos cousins are sadden that you no longer will be here on earth, however we rejoice that you are in the Kingdom of Heaven with all our familiy members who have gone before you. Love you always, and may GOD Bless you eternally.
Norma Arroyos Avitia
Gloria Arroyos Munoz
Cecilia Arroyos
Martha Arroyos Silva
Patricia Arroyos Munia
Daniel Arroyos and
Enrique Arroyos

Rick and Cathy Johnson

August 19, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Ramirez Family (Patty)

August 19, 2011

Rest in peace cousin Ruly. Our condolences to my cousins and my cousin Ruly's family. Our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Angie Reyna

August 19, 2011

Uncle Daffy,
We will miss you so much. I know you are in heaven with Uncle Wimpy, Aunt Irmy and my mom watching over us. God bless you and we will always watch over the girls for you.

Love, Angie Reyna

Armando Sanchez

August 19, 2011

Primo,
Rest in peace. I will always remember and keep close to my heart the great and fun times we had growing up in the 50's and 60's on Bowie Street. May God Bless your family during this hard time. I will always have you in my prayers and thoughts until the day we meet again.

Love your Primo Pacho and Family.

Sandra Gandara

August 19, 2011

May God have you in his arms and May He guide and protect your family in their time of need.
You were a great friend and co-worker for many years, You always brought happiness to those around you.

August 19, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the Sanchez Family..


Macias Fam

richard castro

August 19, 2011

R.I.P.

Your cousin,
Richard L. Castro

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