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Rhonda Sanchez Obituary
Her soul was as beautiful as the sunrise on a white sandy beach. Rhonda was born on May 24, 1960. She will be eternally missed.
Rhonda is survived by her mother, Elizabeth Bliven; her sister, Laurie Thornton; and her brothers, Billy Thornton, Bobby Bliven, Harry Bliven and wife, Betsey, and Mark Bliven; her nieces, Ali Thornton, Christina Bliven; and her nephews, Avery Marsh "Punkin Head" and wife, Katie, Patrick Thornton and Josh Bliven; also four great-nieces and a great-nephew.
There will be a memorial mass held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Quaker Hill, followed by a small reception at the VFW in Waterford, Boston Post Road.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rhonda Sanchez
Debbie Green Contillo
March 20, 2015
It's SO hard to believe you're gone. You lived every day like your last, which is a reminder to the rest of us, you're never promised tomorrow.
You're infectious smile created such an aura that caused people to be drawn to you.
I'll never forget all the great childhood memories we had together. I'll miss ya. All my love. Deb xoxoxoxo
March 13, 2015
Dear Laurie, Billy, Liz, Avery and family, Your sister, daughter and aunt was so beautiful. So sad that she left us so early in life. May she rest in eternal peace. Love you Laurie. Linda Oswald and Richard Pfeiffer
AnnMarie Crespo
March 13, 2015
My Dearest Laurie and Family... So so sorry for your loss. Rhonda was a good soul and friend. She sure will be missed...
Thoughts and prayers are with you always..!!
karen slocum
March 12, 2015
Laurie, theres a friend like a sister, and a sister like a friend, just enjoy your sister thing that u both had, love u sis
Her Nephew's Wedding she loved him so much
March 11, 2015
Rae Ann George
March 11, 2015
Love you forever Rhonda. A beautiful soul inside and out.
Renee Demars
March 11, 2015
My heart goes out to you Aunt Lizzy and all of my cousins. As Laurie always says we are more like brothers and sisters than cousins because of you and my mom. I will miss her dearly. ...the long talks, the laughs. She could never have known how much everyone loves her. Always remember her smile. I love you Aunt Lizzy. You are all in my prayers. Xoxo
Leslie Rocketto
March 11, 2015
Avery and Katie, So sorry for the loss of your aunt. Avery, I am sure you have very many wonderful memories of her as you grew up. That will help through this time of sadness.
Donna Bienkowski Smith
March 11, 2015
I'm so sorry for the loss of Rhonda. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and hope that your good, funny memories of her comfort you in the days to come.
Linda Gonzalez-Demars
March 11, 2015
Rhionda's smile and personality will truly be missed, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
March 11, 2015
I have to say, I've never seen Rhonda without a smile. She was the funniest person that I knew. She always managed to make you laugh, no matter the situation. Well, God has called for this angel, and her spirit will be missed. To the family, may God comfort, and keep you. Sincerely, Elen Hadley-Helme
David Deckler
March 11, 2015
very sorry to hear of your loss,Rhonda was full of life she was always laughing and a hardy 1 at that!!!Take it 1 Day @ ATime!!!
Jim Long
March 11, 2015
Will always remember the fun times we had as friends in school and out! Rhonda, you were a shinning star who brought kindness and joy to all who were lucky to have known you... rest in peace my lovely friend.
Sabina Smith
March 11, 2015
my deepest sympathy to the entire family. She had the cutest smile and was so sweet. will miss her.
cheryl koltowich
March 11, 2015
you Rhonda will always be in my thoughts you now are a angle in heaven with wings with a big smile on that beautiful face
love you!!!
Lenette and Eric Strong
March 11, 2015
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your sister. May she rest in peace. Prayers for strength for the family to help you through this most devastating time.
Lenette and Eric Strong
March 11, 2015
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your sister. May she rest in peace. May God give you all the strength needed to endure at this devastating time
Laurie Thornton
March 11, 2015
Hi my "Sista" your memory will stay deep in my heart and soul. I miss you so much. You were my biggest fan. You were a great aunt to my Son, Avery and I love you for that. I remember when Avery and I moved to Fort Lauderdale we were stuck in the house because of Hurricane Frances, for three days... Avery's birthday came and you asked the man who owned the restaurant around the corner from us to open for his birthday and he did. What a great time we had and also the man was happy too it was the busiest night he had. You always made people feel good about themselves and encouraged them. I know you gave me courage and support always, You always protected me and supported me in everything I did. You were stronger and more beautiful than you know. May you rest in Peace. I Love YOU XOXO. P.S. China is fine and misses you.
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