Russel James Sanchez

Russel James Sanchez May 9, 1980 - January 28, 2012 Russel was joyously welcomed into this world on May 9, 1980 by his parents Rick and Julie Sanchez. Russel went home to be with our Lord on January 28, 2012. He is preceded in passing by his Grandpas Richard Sanchez and James Ramos Martinez. He is survived by his son Kael, daughter Elliana, Grandmas Petrita Sanchez and Betty Martinez McCloud, brother Richard and wife Veronica, sister Ragina, brother Ryan, nephew's Manuel and Samuel, his parents Rick and Julie Sanchez and numerous friends and extended family. He touched many lives over the years with words of wisdom. Russel was a no nonsense type of person who lived life to its fullest. "Russel lived life in 5th gear with the throttle wide open". He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. "We love you Russel James and we will see you again in Glory"! Mama, Pop, Kael, Elliana, Richard, Vern, Ragina, Ryan, Kael, Manuel, Samuel & Malena "LATER, FOO" Viewing will be held on Thursday February 9, 2012 from 4pm to 6pm, followed by a tribute to his life from 6pm to 8pm at Hillcrest Cemetery, 9101 Kern Canyon Rd. Final celebration to be held at Hillcrest Mortuary Friday February 10, 2012 at 10am, followed by a reception at the West Chester Hall on 2801 F St.