Estela P. Sanchez

Estela P. Sanchez obituary, Watsonville, CA

Estela P. Sanchez

Estela Sanchez Obituary

Published by Mehl's Colonial Chapel on May 5, 2017.
Estela P. Sanchez passed away at her home in Watsonville on Friday, May 5, 2017. She was 80. Mrs. Sanchez was born to Luis Pulido and Josefina Quintero in Michoacan, Mexico and moved to Watsonville over 50 years ago. She enjoyed visiting the flea market and going to the casinos. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Sanchez will be remembered for her unconditional love and support she gave her family. Mrs. Sanchez is survived by her husband, Jesus Sanchez; eight sons, Antonio Sanchez, Gonzalo Sanchez, Jorge Sanchez, Jesus Sanchez, Luis Sanchez, Ramon Sanchez, Carlos Sanchez and Luis Antonio Orozco; three daughters, Luz Maria Quintero, Herminia, Plasencia and Josefina Magana; 25 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Visitation will take place at Mehl's Colonial Chapel on Thursday, May 11th from 3-9 pm with the rosary recited at 7 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Valley Catholic Church on Friday, May 12th with burial to follow at Valley Public Cemetery. In lieu of flowers Mrs. Sanchez's family asks donations to show their gratitude to the support of Hospice of Santa Cruz County, 940 Disc Dr. Scotts Valley, CA 95066.

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