Maria E. Sanchez Obituary
November 18, 1943 - July 23, 2025
Maria E. Sanchez was called to her greater rewards on July 23.
Born to the late Maximilliano and Helen Ellis Sanchez on November 18, 1943, Maria graduated from St. Vincent's Academy in Albuquerque and completed a B.A. from the University of Nebraska. She also attended the University of New Mexico, where she was crowned the Sweetheart of Sigma Chi.
Maria was the partner and wife of Signe I. Lindell for 28 years.
As a stewardess for TWA based in San Francisco, she traveled the world. As a high school teacher, she devoted herself to helping her students build a better life. As a model, she turned heads. And as a top-notch Realtor, she helped families build a future. Maria also served on numerous nonprofit boards.
She was an active, 49-year friend of Bill W., and she always told others to expect miracles.
Maria is survived by her wife, Signe I. Lindell; siblings, Max Sanchez, Karen Sanchez, and Kathy Pearce; daughter, Anne Nakon (Scott) of Ann Arbor, MI; son, Dante "Tres" Simi (Michelle) of Palmdale, CA; and two grandchildren, Max Nakon and Kali Simi.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Maria's honor to The Friendship Club or The Food Depot.
A celebration of life will be held on September 21st at the Santa Fe Convention Center. 2:00 - 4:00. A lite lunch will be served.
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