Ana "Abuela Ana" Maria Sanchez

Ana María was born on February 3, 1938 in Aroa, Yaracuy, Venezuela.

Her life was written in two chapters in two different countries. Both chapters revealed the same central qualities of her heart: unconditional love, compassion, resilience, joy, humility, and kindness. As a young girl, she learned the art of homemaking, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and cooking while being raised by her aunts in Caracas. She married Pedro José Díaz Nuñez, and they had three children together. Her life in Caracas was marked by her family and her friendships that were deep and long-lasting. Tending her garden of orchids, violets and roses was a life passion. Friendships, faith, and love for her children sustained her through many hardships. She remained loving, kind, and tender in heart. She trusted that God would care for her and sustain her in all circumstances. He was faithful in every way to provide for her needs.

After many years of traveling on extended stays, Ana María made a permanent move to the United States in 1997. She became a cherished member of the Warner family household and helped care for her grandchildren. Even though she did not speak English, she made lasting friendships with all those around her. She became “Abuela Ana” to all. Abuela found beauty in every circumstance with a childlike wonder and brightened those around her with a beautiful smile. She would thank God for the most exquisite rose in the Botanical Garden to the wildflower growing along the highway. Another way she showed her love was by giving handmade gifts. These knitted and crocheted treasures have left all those who have received them reminders of her spirit.

In her final years she resided in Texas, cherishing time with her family and friends while nurturing connections with loved ones worldwide, especially in Venezuela. Abuela Ana's legacy is one of love, unwavering joy, and boundless generosity.

Ana María is preceded in death by her parents, Agustin Sánchez and Paula Melendez de Sánchez; her brothers, Ipolito Sánchez and Pascual Sánchez; and her eldest son, Pedro José Díaz Sánchez. She is survived by her children, Jazz (Steve) Warner, César Augusto Díaz Sánchez (Mildred Josefina Postterlla de Díaz) and Mary Russo; her grandchildren, Sarah (Brandon) Bellows, Stevie (Carli) Warner, Geraldine Carolina Díaz Jaimes, Pedro Díaz, Anayelli Carolina Diaz Jaimes, Deborah Díaz, and Cesar Augusto Díaz Postterlla; and her great-grandchildren, Elsie Bellows, Scarlett Warner, Rosalie Bellows, Lennox Warner, and Levi Warner.

A memorial service to honor and celebrate Ana María's life will be held at Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home in Georgetown, Texas on Friday, October 27, 2023 at 3:00 PM (viewing 2:00 PM). A reception will follow at the Warner household in Sun City, Texas.

Donations can be made in memory of Ana Maria Sanchez to the following Botanical Gardens:

• Botanica (Wichita, Kansas)

https://memberships.botanica.org/product/general-donation/

• Missouri Botanical Garden (St. Louis, Missouri) https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/donate/commemorative-giving

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cookwaldendavisfuneralhome.com for the Sanchez family.