Linda Sanchez

To Linda Sanchez who was known as "Prieta" to her family and friends, the entire world was a stage. An expressive, optimistic, and uninhibited individual, she was a performer in the theater of life. To everyone around her, she seemed to be eternally happy, and she willingly shared that joy with anyone whose life she touched. For Linda, bringing out the best in any situation was as easy as offering a smile, a witty remark or the twinkle of an eye. And with just those simple gestures, she could evoke the most pleasant of emotions. Linda really mastered the art of living and had great fun in doing so.

Linda was born on August 4, 1950 along with her twin Alex Sanchez at John City Hospital in Galveston, Texas. Her parents were Gilberto and Jesusa Sanchez. Linda was raised in Brownsville, Texas and Chicago Illinois. Even as a child, Linda had the ability to lift the spirits of all those around her. She was raised to be warm, caring and friendly. She couldn't help but capture everyone's attention. She was definitely a little bit of a show off, but in doing so, she succeeded in entertaining her entire family.

Always a good playmate, Prieta was easygoing and fun loving. She managed to lighten the mood wherever she was, even during family squabbles. She seemed to have a knack for bringing compromise and erasing tense situations around the house. Due to a generous dose of common sense, Linda managed to find a satisfying solution to basic problems. Linda was raised with 5 siblings 2 sisters and 3 brothers. Olivia Sanchez, Gilberto Sanchez Jr. Alex Sanchez Sr, Eugenia Ortiz and Oscar Sanchez Sr.

Perhaps the reason Linda related so well to children was the fact that she never really completely grew up herself. The ability to be just a "kid at heart" helped her in raising her own children. Linda was blessed with 4, Ruben Sanchez Sr, Ann Marie Sanchez, Jose Manuel Velazquez and Patricia Sanchez Juarez. Linda had the ability to focus her attention on the present moment. If she was spending time with the kids, that's where all of her attention was directed. Linda's compassionate side prevented her from being a strict disciplinarian, and she could turn just about any situation into a playful, learning experience. She could spend hours entertaining them with fun and creative play. In fact, Linda had a knack for turning some of those nasty old chores into games.


Linda is survived by her loving father Gilberto G. Sanchez, her siblings: Olivia Sanchez, Gilberto Sanchez Jr., (Gloria), Alex Sanchez Sr, her twin brother (Rosa) Sanchez, Eugenia Ortiz (Ramon) and Oscar ( †Lydia) Sanchez Sr. Linda's Cherished children Ruben Sanchez Sr., Annmarie Sanchez (Robert) - Quetzalcoatl, Jose Manuel Velazquez and Patricia Sanchez (Benito) Juarez.

Her treasured grandchildren: Ruben Sanchez Jr., Rosalinda Sanchez, Blanca Sanchez, George Gonzalez, Haroll, Gonzalez, Sabrina Reyes, Ruben Reyes, Amelia Quetzalcoatl, Francisco Quetzalcoatl, Alicia, Quetzalcoatl, Robert G. Quezalcoatl, Gilberto Juarez, Ariana Juarez, Bianca Juarez, Amalia Juarez. Great grandchildren: Ruben Sanchez III, Aliza Sanchez, Emily Sanchez, Dalilah Gonzalez, Angelina Gonzalez, Cecilia Gonzalez, Mia Bargas, Daniel Bargas III, Perla Juarez, Layla Juarez, Mayaliyah Juarez, Joel Gomez and Adrian Romero.

Linda was preceded in death by her loving mother †Jesusa Sanchez & her stepfather †Tony Quesada Sanchez and her sister-in- law †Lydia.

Fond Aunt of many nieces and nephews and a great friend to many. She will be greatly missed

Linda went to be with the Lord surrounded by her loving family and friends on, Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009 at John Stroger Cook County Hospital after a battle with severe liver disease.

Funeral Visitation: Sunday, December 6, 2009 3:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. at Zefran Funeral Home, 1941 West Cermak Road. Chicago, Illinois.

Funeral Services: Monday December 7, 2009 friends and family will gather at Zefran Funeral Home at 11:00am and have a procession to St. Procopius Church, 1641 S. Allport Street, Chicago, IL for the Mass of Resurrection and Celebration of Life at 12 Noon. Interment will be Private.


Linda brought joy to all of those around her. She never had a mean bone in her body. She loved to have a good time and was an eternal optimist, always looking on the bright side of things. She loved to share her energy, wit, and her zest for all of her activities with her friends and family. Linda Sanchez lived life to its fullest and made everyone around her happier just for knowing her. She will be remembered with a smile.