Vincent Manuel Sanchez

Vincent graduated with the Class of 1987 at Waynesboro Area High School in Waynesboro, PA. Vincent embarked on a successful career as a highly skilled and well-respected Tissue Technician (Body Piercer) and Co-owner of Axis Body Piercing in NYC, followed by focusing on the personal growth and excelling in his trade in Atlanta GA and then Columbus GA. Vincent's skills were profound to the Columbus community. His dedication and expertise in body piercing were renowned within the industry. In his free time, Vincent was an adventurous soul. During his youth, he enjoyed BMX bikes, skateboarding, men’s gymnastics, playing Dungeons & Dragons, and hanging out with like-minded people. As he grew older, Vincent found joy in being dedicated to his work, helping his friends, and engaging in trivia games with his friends. He had a passion for music, stereo equipment, and his beloved cats. Vincent will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be remembered by many. Those who knew him will be forever touched by his friendship. His kind heart, and unwavering loyalty will forever be cherished by his loved ones. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Survivors include his parents, Richard and Candace Sanchez of Rio Rancho, NM; his sister and husband, Kimberly Sanchez and Sam Beaver of Rio Rancho, NM; his aunts, Lillian Mallett of Hollywood, FL and Tammie Stortz of Gainesville, FL; his nieces, Chandel Bailey and Toryann Beaver, both of Rio Rancho, NM; his longtime girlfriend, Amarylis Alvarado-Velez of Columbus, GA; and a host of nephews and cousins. Vincent was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Manuel and Esperanza Sanchez; and his maternal grandparents, Darryl and Phyllis English.

There will not be any services scheduled at this time per family’s request.

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