Sally Pacheco Obituary
Sally Mary Pacheco aged 79, passed away on January 4, 2025, in Meridian, Idaho. Born on June 24, 1945. Sally was known for her boundless kindness, generosity, and loving nature. Throughout her life, Sally’s home was a welcoming haven, where many were considered family.
Sally is survived by her children, Fred Pacheco, Jeff Pacheco, Yvette Pacheco, and Crystal Davis; grandchildren, Robert Pacheco, Joseph Pacheco, Arriana Carr, Bradyn Davis, Nixon Rylie Bates, Talina Pacheco, Jared Pacheco, Cassidy Santoro, Whitney Pacheco, Lily Brown, Jacob Pacheco, Jasmine Pacheco, Jordan Pacheco, and Jonah Pacheco and 23 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her 3 sisters Mary Madrid and husband Alex of Fort Sumner, NM, Lydia Morena and husband Rudy of Lubbock, TX, and Teresa Applewhite and husband Tony of Cypress City, TX. Her passing was preceded by her mother Lauteria Pacheco, father Florentino Serna and sister Victoria Estrada.
Sally enjoyed walking, crocheting, playing Scrabble, cooking, and spending precious time with her grandchildren. She was an active member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, where she participated in spiritual activities.
A Memorial Service to honor Sally’s life will be held at Chavez Funeral Home Chapel on Sunday, June 22,2024 at 11:00 am. The family welcomes all who knew her to join in celebrating her remarkable life and legacy.
All arrangements are under the direction of Chavez Funeral Home, 830 N. Fifth Street; Fort Sumner, New Mexico. (575) 355-2311. To place an online tribute or sign the guest book, please visit www.chavezfuneralhome.com
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830 N 5th St P.O. Box 386, Fort Sumner, NM 88119
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