Claudia Sanchez

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Claudia Rocio Sanchez. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend, who left us far too soon at the age of 57, who left us to be with her beloved son on January 24, 2025. She was born on December 24, 1967, to Rosalinda Gonzalez Barajas and Jose Torres in Mexico. She attended Oklahoma City Community College and married Santiago Sanchez in 1987. Together, they had three sons: Cesar Santiago, Giovanni Jesus, and Ivon Amado. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by family after a courageous life filled with laughter, love, and resilience. Claudia's vibrant spirit and unwavering strength touched everyone who knew her. Claudia was a woman who made her presence known the moment she entered a room, not just with her distinctive style always with her makeup done to perfection and jewelry that sparkled as brightly as her personality but with her unforgettable sense of humor. She was always ready with a quick joke or a story that would make everyone laugh, regardless of the situation. Enthusiastic gardener, Claudia found peace in nurturing her plants, which like her grew strong and beautiful. Her love for nature was unmatched only by her love for her family, especially her grandchildren. She was an unshakable supporter of their creativity, always encouraging them to dream big and imagine the impossible. Though life presented its challenges, Claudia never allowed hardship to diminish her spirit. She faced each obstacle with courage and an unrelenting smile, showing us all the power of perseverance and joy in the face of adversity. Outspoken and full of life, she never hesitated to speak her mind. Making her one of the most genuine and fearless individuals to walk this earth. Claudia leaves behind a legacy of laughter, creativity, and the importance of living life fully and authentically. She was unequivocally the most beautiful, funny, and most courageous soul. She is survived by her sons Cesar Santiago Sanchez and Ivon Amado Sanchez, her grandchildren: Julio Sanchez, Valerie Sanchez, Santiago Sanchez, Vanessa Sanchez, Nina Sanchez, Gracie Sanchez, Nico Sanchez, Lucero Sanchez and Victoria Sanchez, her siblings: Jose Antonio Torres, Rosa Isela Fuentes, Dora Elia Sanchez, Elena Tavarez and Mario Alberto Torres, her nieces: Siboney Fuentes, Miriska Garcia, Ysenia Sanchez, Tiffany Torres, Yuri Tavarez and Emily Tavarez, her nephews: Pedro Fuentes, Magdaleno Sanchez, Jose Sanchez, Luis Fuentes, and George Tavarez and countless other family members. Preceded in death by her son Giovanni Jesus Sanchez and her husband Santiago Sanchez. Claudia's exuberant spirit and funny sarcastic nature will be deeply missed by all who knew her. May she rest in peace, reunited with her beloved son. Visitation will be on Wednesday January 29th, 2025, from 1:00pm – 8:00 pm at Resthaven Funeral Home 500 SW 104th St., Oklahoma City, Ok 73139. Funeral services will be on Thursday January 30th, 2025, at 2:00pm at Resthaven Chapel 500 SW 104th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73139. Interment will follow at Resthaven cemetery 500 SW 104th Oklahoma City, OK 73139.