Ferna Lopez Sanchez

SANCHEZ, Ferna Lopez, 91 passed away in the presence of her family on January 26, 2010 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Ferna was born on December 18, 1918 in Pinos Wells, New Mexico to Jose Luis and Rosalia Lopez. She married Juan C. Sanchez also of Pinos Wells. Together they raised their five children and resided in Duran, New Mexico until November 1985 when her husband passed away. Ferna then moved to Albuquerque and resided there until her passing. Ferna was a beloved mother and grandmother. She enjoyed being around her family. Anytime you went to visit you would hear her singing. Her great grandchildren loved to listen to her play the harmonica. Ferna's family was her life and she will be greatly missed. Ferna is survived by her children; Arthur Sanchez and wife Ruby of Santa Fe, Sadie Martinez and husband Blas of Phoenix, Steve Sanchez and wife Berna of Santa Fe, Olivia Martinez of Albuquerque, Johnny Sanchez and wife Irene of Vaughn, 16 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Juan C. Sanchez, grandson Richard (Ricky) Martinez and great grandson James Maes. The following will serve as pallbearers; Derrick Sanchez, Rachelle Bates, Bobby Sanchez, Jimmy Maes and Kevin Sanchez. Ferna's care has been entrusted to: Garcia Mortuary 717 Stover S.W. Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-243-5222