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June Sanchez Obituary

June Rita Foster Sanchez, 86, of New Orleans, LA born July 29, 1931 transitioned on Thursday May 24, 2018. She was the wife of the Late Andrew P. Sanchez, Sr. Daughter of Ruby Myrtle Dennis Foster and the late James Harold Foster. Mother of Andrew P. Sanchez, Jr. (Dr. Janice) and Andrea S. Reese (Jefferson, Sr.). Sister of the late Gloria F. White. Grandmother of Jefferson R. Reese, Jr. (Hyansama) and Ashley N. Sanchez. Great-Grandmother of Jemori R. Reese, Journi R. Reese and Jefferson R. Reese III and Auntie of Dr. Angelique White-Williams (Sterling, Jr.). Mrs. Sanchez was a retired teacher of Orleans Parish School System. She also worked as an adjunct instructor at Dillard University. Officers and Members of Hartzell United Methodist Church, Alpha Beta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Louisiana Conference and New Orleans District United Methodist Women, Ruth Carter Auxiliary of People's Community Center, New Orleans Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc., Lower Ninth Ward Neighborhood Council, Women for Progressive Action, Harvard University Alumni, Dillard University Alumni, Gilbert Academy Alumni, Total Community Action, RAI Ministries-Lower 9 Senior Center, ECHO Senior Center of Mount Zion United Methodist Church, and Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, Human Jukebox Alumni Association are invited to attend the Funeral Service at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Hartzell United Methodist Church, 2014 Caffin Avenue. Visitation will be from 8:00 am until 10:00 am. Dedication and Ceremonial Activities to begin at 9:15 am. Interment: Saint Louis Cemetery #2. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guestbook.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from May 30 to Jun. 2, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
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joycelyn jagers

June 4, 2018

Earth has no sorrow that GOD cannot heal.JUNE is absent from the body , present with the LORD.GOD called his ANGEL home. NO moire pain or sorrow. JUNE was my neighborand Instuctor at DILLARD . She will be missed. JOYCELYN JAGERS-WILLIAMS

Lisa Arcenaux Cobb

June 3, 2018

Celebrating your mother beautiful life with you! Many God's Love hold you closer during this time.

Cynthia Simmons

June 2, 2018

Fellow Roneagles and Family, you have deepest sympathy. Please continue to find your strength in each other and Our Father will continue to be your provider of that strength.

Gail Davis

June 2, 2018

Keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Vanessa Brown

June 2, 2018

My prayers and condolences to you and your family. Remember the good times Reese.

June 2, 2018

Prayers n love to the family always remember ms Sanchez n my aunt Ms Sabathia laughing n talking together always by last names Sanchez n Sabathia
God Bless All

Yolanda Gill
Renee Gill Pratt

Avis M. Hebert

June 2, 2018

When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help.
Memories are the legacy of love.

June 2, 2018

When the Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange.
Love,
Helen Bush McMiller
and the Bush Family
Baton, Rouge, La.

Georgia Hulbert

June 2, 2018

Our prayers are extended to you and the family Andrea upon hearing of the demise of your gifted, kind hearted, loving, and knowledgeable Mom.❤

Charley Mcleod

June 2, 2018

Praying for your Family Andrew and Andrea, May the dear Lord continue to Bless you strengthen you doing this time, joy will come because mama will always be with in your Heart ,God bless you friend

Kim Brickley

June 2, 2018

Miss Sanchez you will be sadly missed may God be with you and your family. Y'all have my deepest sympathy.

Mercedes Pepp

June 1, 2018

May God be with you and your family at this time of breavement.

June 1, 2018

To Andrew, Andrea & Family:
May God give you comfort and strength at this time. She will truly be missed.
Dionne Lewis, Sabrina Watley and Clifford Martin, Jr.

June 1, 2018

To Andrew, Andrea & Family:
May God give each of you "Perfect Peace" and strength at this time.
Dionne Martin-Lewis, Sabrina Martin-Watley and Clifford Martin, Jr.

Chester M. Nevels,Sr.

June 1, 2018

Blessed are they that mourn for they will be comforted ( Matthew 5:4 ). Andrew, Andrea and mama Foster you have my deepest sympathy.

Ruby Aaron

June 1, 2018

Sincere condolences!
-Aaron, Brown & Miller Family!

Common Ground Relief

June 1, 2018

Rest in peace dear friend...

Classic Peace Lily Plant

Stephanie Moore-Cook

Sent Flowers

Joycelyn Martin

June 1, 2018

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Lena Stewart & Family

June 1, 2018

June Sanchez was a community activist who worked extremely close in the Lower 9th Ward with the late Former State Representative /Councilmember, Johnny Jackson, Jr. Mrs.Sanchez was dedicated to assisting all mankind.

"May the Work She Done"
"Speak for Her."

June 1, 2018

Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And of because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.

Cerlida Fletchert

June 1, 2018

Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of June Sanchez. She was a gracious lady and always had a smile. Rest in Peace.

Rev Anice Moses

June 1, 2018

Even as my heart is heavy, I know Mama Sanchez is resting. Although we will miss her on this side, we know from all her involvements in community and church organizations and events our Master is saying, Well Done. So to the family, I pray that you allow the Holy Spirit to comfort you in this difficult time. Rest on Good and Faithful Servant

June 1, 2018

My second Mom , I will miss her , she gave me some much needed advice though the years.

Helen Gilmore

June 1, 2018

My sympathy and deepest regrets go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Please know that I care about you and your family . Sorry for your loss.

Donna Bousqueto-Wheaton

June 1, 2018

Get your rest Mrs. June. I will always remember you for your kind heart. As well as, you telling us teenagers to come on make this $20.00 by passing out these political flyers. Family, y'all are in my thoughts and prayers.

May 31, 2018

To the Sanchez family, may the Holy Spirit comfort you all like no other. Love yall.

Dr. Lynette Thompson Dandridge & Family

Sharon StCyr Vicks

May 31, 2018

To The Sanchez Family, My Deepest Sympathy for your loss! Know that to be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord! Praying for comfort!

Julie Rollins

May 31, 2018

She will be missed by all. My condolences and prayers.

Deborah Lockley-Wilkes

May 31, 2018

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family! May God bring you comfort!
Deborah Lockley-Wilkes

Denise Sullivan

May 31, 2018

Praying for your family.

Gayle (Minnie Bee) Lockhart-Stephens

May 31, 2018

Andrea and Andrew, you have my deepest sympathy.Love y'all.

Paula Mirabin

May 31, 2018

Prayers to the family of Mrs. Sanchez- a beautiful and kind soul!

Ernest & Edith Jones

May 31, 2018

A life well lived. An example well set.
A legacy which will be remembered by many !!

Gilda Barze

May 31, 2018

You and your family are in my prayer

SHEILA DUVERNAY

May 31, 2018

Praying for the family for strength and comfort. God is so good he will never leave nor forsake you. Continue to look to him for peace I Love you guys.
God Bless!

Cynthia Bousqueto

May 31, 2018

You all
are in my prayers during your time of bereavement.



















You all are in my thoughts and prayers during your time of bereavement. She was a well loved person.

Karen Courseault & Family

May 31, 2018

Deepest sympathy to Andrew and Andrea on the loss of your beloved mother. May God give you comfort with the wonderful memories she left you with. I will keep you in my prayers. She was a beautiful light in this world and we're so much better for it! May God Bless you all. MD#35

Tammie Banks Warren

May 30, 2018

To my Sissy Andrea and Family, well done. Forever Loved and Forever Missed.

Constance Culbreth

May 30, 2018

So sorry for your loss! Prayers and condolences to the family, God bless you all!

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