Eva, as she liked to be called, was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her beloved son, Robert Sanchez. She is survived by her children: Omar Sanchez, Cecilio Sanchez Jr., Gilbert Sanchez, Leticia Miranda, 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Eva liked caring for her plants and yard, and always enjoyed cooking for her family and guest regardless of their appetites. She was also very active throughout the community of Firebaugh.
Eva was a devout Catholic, and would volunteer for her church here at St. Joseph’s. she lived a beautiful life, and will be missed by all.
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María Eva Sánchez nació en Mercedes, Texas. Se casó con su difunto esposo Cecilio Sánchez el 1 de abril de 1963. Se mudaron a Firebaugh, California en 1965.
Eva, como le gustaba que la llamaran, era ama de casa y le precedió en la muerte su amado hijo, Robert Sánchez. Le sobreviven sus hijos: Omar Sánchez, Cecilio Sánchez Jr., Gilbert Sánchez, Leticia Miranda, 12 nietos y 5 bisnietos.
A Eva le gustaba cuidar sus plantas y su jardín, y siempre disfrutó cocinar para su familia y sus invitados, independientemente de sus apetitos. También estuvo muy activa en toda la comunidad de Firebaugh.
Eva era una católica devota y se ofrecería como voluntaria para su iglesia aquí en St. Joseph. Vivió una vida hermosa y todos la extrañaremos.
A Visitation Service for Maria will be held Friday, December 27, 2024 from 8:00 to 10:00 am at St Joseph Catholic Church, 1558 12th Street, Firebaugh, California.
Rosary and Mass Service will begin at 10:00 am following visitation.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 pm at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery, 264 N Blythe Ave, Fresno, California.
Please join us in remembering Maria Eva Sanchez by visiting our Memorial at www.wordenchapel.com
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