Randal "Randy" Sanchez
Randal "Randy" Sanchez
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Randy Sanchez, 65, a resident of La Villita, passed away on Sunday, December 21st, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Avelino and Mary Frances Sanchez, brothers Michael and Andrew Sanchez.
Randy was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who loved to spend time with his family and in the mountains. He had a love and a unique knowledge for farming. He loved pouring himself into his yearly gardens and sharing the fruits of his labor with family, friends and neighbors. He was a man of deep faith and through his journey was blessed with many friendships and prayer warriors. A special thank you to: Deacon Dennis, Father Nathan, Siri, Deena, ChaCha and Jennifer. Randy will be dearly missed.
Randy is survived by his wife of 42 years, Renee; daughter Monica (Robert); granddaughter Natalya; sister Berna (Phil); Sister-in-law Becky; and numerous relatives and friends whom he loved dearly.
A Rosary will be held on Friday January 9, 2026 at San Juan Cathloic Parish at 10:30am with a Mass to follow.
In lieu of flowers please donate to San Juan Catholic Parish in San Juan, NM.
The family of Randy Sanchez has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the beautiful Espanola Valley 505-747-7477
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