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Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 7, 2025.

Albuquerque - In Loving Memory of Sandra "Sandy" Rivera (Almanza, née Murray)

Surrounded by the love of her family, Sandra "Sandy" Rivera (Almanza, née Murray) peacefully passed away on the morning of January 28, 2025, at the age of 78, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Sandy was predeceased by her parents, Allen and Bette Murray; her sisters, Barbara and Karla; and her son-in-law, Danny Munoz and grandson Daniel Munoz.

She will be deeply missed by her best friend and loving husband, Florentino (Tino) Rivera; her children, Tara Castle, Marina Munoz, Adreana Almanza, and John & Tim Rivera; her grandchildren, Rudy & Jordan Jasso, Lola & Kian Almanza, Gabriella Munoz, and Phoenix, Alicia, and Grayson Rivera; her sister, Debbie Gifford; as well as numerous extended family members and friends.

Sandy's heart overflowed with love for her family and for all those she considered her extended family through her career. She was a top-ranked Tupperware Manager, an Administration Assistant for LCPS, a Manager at Frontier Airlines, and an active member of her community and church.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Las Cruces at a later date, with details to be published.

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March 4, 2025

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Tamara & David B.

March 4, 2025

You will truly be missed Sandy! You are now our angel looking down on us and reuniting with our loved ones whom have gone before us! With much love and condolences & prayers to your family .

Armida Millie Voigt

February 12, 2025

RIP Sandy. I will always remember you as my friend and beautiful lady, always remember you especially since my daughter was born on your birthday. You're always in my mind and heart.

Amy Bigley

February 10, 2025

Although Sandy and I were cousins, she and her sisters were much older than me and were more like Aunties. She and I got to know each other better when I was in my 40s and I cherish the times we were able to get together when she would come back to Montana. Prayers for Tino, the girls, and their families.

Janet Schaefer

February 10, 2025

I first met Sandy at the Presbyterian Pool about a year ago. She became a member of the 8:00 am class, and within a short time she became a friend. She'd enter the pool with her walker and do a little dance around the pool deck, bopping to the music, with a smile on her face. You could just tell that when she was younger she was a pistol, full of energy and personality. She never complained. She was a brave soul. She will be greatly missed by us and we wish her family well. Swim on, girl!

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Claire Aeschliman

February 8, 2025

I remember Sandy and Tino from church and life group I have such fond memories I remember sandy and Tino opening up their lovely home we would be in God´s word worshiping our Lord and sharing our praises, lifting up any prayers that we might´ve had at that time. Sandy was such a loving, kind, down to earth and Godly woman she will be dearly missed!

Glenn and Paula cook

February 7, 2025

Sandy & Tino came over to our home for many years and we all sat around and we all studied the Bible together and discuss the things that we were going through and we prayed for each other we laughed. We cried Sandy used to sit in that orange chair that I had in. That was her seat. She opened up her house and we all joined over at their place as well. Miss those times together.

Ann Manning

February 7, 2025

Sandra and Ron went to school with my husband Ken. Ron was a groomsman at our wedding and we became close friends. She taught me about LaLeche and how to breastfeed my baby.
I always called her Sandra Dee as a pet name.
Sandy was always positive, even in a negative situation.
She was such a personable and bubbly gal that won every one´s heart.
Even though her life changed many times and we ended up living in different states, we kept connected.
We were so fortunate that hat she and Tino came to visit us in 2021. I never imagined it hat would be the last time I would see her.
I will always miss you my Sandra Dee.

Joann Nero

February 7, 2025

Sandra and Tino and I were Bronco fans. We would meet every game taking turns at each other´s house. We attended the same church and life group. I will never forget our time together. They were beautiful memories during a wonderful time.

Charlotte

February 7, 2025

RIP dear cousin. You will be remembered with love. Charlotte

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