Marcus Ernest Sanchez

Marcus Ernest Sanchez obituary, Victoria, TX

Marcus Ernest Sanchez

Marcus Sanchez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Grace Funeral Home - Victoria on Jan. 8, 2026.
Marcus Ernest Sanchez, aged 66, from Victoria, Texas, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, in San Antonio. He was born on November 18, 1959, in Victoria, Texas, to the late Ernest Sanchez and Janie Cabillo - Sanchez.
Marcus cherished moments spent with his family and grandchildren. He had a passion for fishing and enjoyed the outdoors. Additionally, he was an avid supporter of the Green Bay Packers. As a devoted father and grandfather, he was deeply loved by all who knew him and will be profoundly missed.
He is survived by his daughter, Monica Vargas (Domingo); his sons, Mark Sanchez (Julie) and Patrick Sanchez; his sister, Catherine Espindola (Robert); along with 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Marcus was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Virginia Uresti Sanchez; his parents, Ernest Sanchez and Janie Cabillo Sanchez; his brother, Paul A. Sanchez "Pauly"; and his sister, Susan Ann Vasquez.
Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM, followed by a rosary at 11:00 AM, at Grace Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will commence at 11:30 AM at Grace Funeral Home, located at 2401 Houston Hwy, in Victoria. Burial will take place at Resurrection Cemetery.
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