George Nathan Sanchez

George Sanchez, 40, from Espanola, NM, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2025.

George was born to Rickie and Beto Sanchez on April 6, 1985. 

George was preceded in death by his mother Rickie; father Beto; sisters Yvonne and Nadine; and grandparents Adan and Josie Quintana and Alberto and Geneva Sanchez.

He is survived by his partner Crystal; his sons Joaquin and Matthew; brother Norman and wife Antoinette; nieces Samantha and Jasmine, nephews Norman (Veronica), Jacob, Josiah, and Jaiden; great-niece Adaline, along with many other relatives and friends.

George was very honest and very loyal. Anytime you stopped to talk with George, he was always so polite and respectful. He loved seeing you and enjoyed the visit; he had a huge heart and loved so hard. All his conversations included “how is everyone doing”, “tell everyone hi for me”, and “I love you guys and God bless you”. He was a hard worker and took pride in his work.

A Rosary will be recited on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Santa Cruz with Mass to follow at 10:30 a.m. Burial will take place at the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Santa Cruz.

Serving as pallbearer is Joaquin Sanchez. Honorary Pallbearers are Matthew and Josiah.

The family of George Sanchez has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of  the beautiful Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477