Jose Manuel "Joe" Sanchez

Sanchez, Jose (Joe) Manuel

Age 75, passed away Nov 18, 2014 after a lengthy illness.  He was born on Sept 6, 1939 in Dixon, NM to Estevan & Frances Sanchez.  He was raised in Pecos, NM until his military enlistment.  He was an avid sportsman, especially enjoying fishing and hunting ventures.  He traveled extensively during his career in the US Air Force, until his retirement, at which time he settled in Albuquerque, NM, where he remained until his death.  

He is survived by daughter Paula Enrietti, granddaughter Stephanie, grandson Devin Enrietti, and two great granddaughters Marissa and Jayla.  He is also survived by brother, Steve Sanchez (Dianna), sisters, Alice Tapia (Adam), Louella Mo, Georgia Barrett (Fred), Elaine Otero (Leo), Debora Willford (Kirk), as well as many loving nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by, his parents and many other relatives.  

Rosary & Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10AM on Wednesday, Nov 26, 2014 at St Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church, 5712 Paradise Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM.  Interment to follow at the Santa Fe, National Cemetery, 501 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM.  Serving as pallbearers, Fred Barrett, Leo Otero, James Lopez, Stephanie Enretti, Devon Enretti, Jason, Olivar, Derek Crnkovich, & Kirk Willford.  Jose will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.  

Daniels Family Funeral Services
4310 Sara Road SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
505-892-9920