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Bennie Phillip Sanchez Sr.

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Bennie Sanchez Obituary

Bennie Phillip Sanchez, Sr. was born April 3, 1944 and went to be with the Lord on June 8, 2006 in Denver, CO., at the University Hospital, while undergoing a heart transplant operation. Bennie is preceded in death by his father, Julian Sanchez and two brothers: Eddie and Jerry Sanchez. Bennie is survived by his mother, Catherine Sanchez; mother-in-Law, Clara Cisneros; wife, Patricia Sanchez; two sons: James Sanchez (Norma) and Bennie Sanchez Jr., (Anita); three daughters: Marleen Martinez (Leonard), Laura Carrillo (Danny), and Racquel Martinez (Manuel); three brothers: Gene, Ernie and Henry Sanchez; four sisters: Agnes, Crystal, Charolette, and Diana; 18 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Bennie started his career as a Truss Maker for El Paso Lumber Company. In 1968 he started roofing in California and in 1971 joined United Union of Roofers, Water Proofers, and Allied Workers. He was the proud President of Local 58 Roofers Union. Bennie's favorite hobbies were fishing and camping and he was a proud member of Trout Haven. Bennie was a very dedicated Denver Bronco fanatic. He was a member of Divine Redeemer Catholic Church since the early 1970's. Visitation will be held Monday, June 12, 2006 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Shrine of Remembrance, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd. A Rosary will be held on Monday, June 12, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church, 1520 E. Yampa. Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church. Interment at Evergreen Cemetery will follow the Mass. A reception will follow at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church. Until we meet again - Via Con Dios!

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Published by The Gazette on Jun. 11, 2006.

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Christine Gamez

July 7, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Sanchez family. Benny was a kind and respectful man with a big loving heart, he will be deeply missed by us all.

With all our love, Felipe, Christine, Deziree, Monique, & Christopher Gamez

Juan & Rubi Rodriguez

Joaquin & Judy Carrillo

LAURA CARRILLO

July 5, 2006

TO MY DAD BENNIE,

I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU I NEVER IN MY LIFE THOUGHT THAT I WOULD EVER HAVE TO SAY GOODBYE I THOUGHT THAT WHEN YOU GOT A NEW HEART WE WOULD HAVE YOU IN OUR LIVES FOREVER BUT IN THE END GOD DECIDED THAT HE HAD A BETTER PLAN FOR YOU I WILL MISS YOU AND I WILL KEEP A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART FOR YOU. YOU'VE BEEN THE BEST DAD AND I WILL CHERISH THE TIMES THAT WE SPENT TOGETHER UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN DAD VIA CON DIOS.

WITH ALL MY LOVE,

YOUR DAUGHTER LAURA

LAURIE,MICHAEL,BRANDON CARRILLO

July 5, 2006

TO OUR PAPO BENNIE,

WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH AND YOU WILL BE MISSED DEEPLY. YOU'VE BEEN THE BEST PAPO IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD YOU TAUGHT US SO MUCH AND WE LOVED SPENDING TIME WITH YOU. WE WILL KEEP YOUR MEMORY ALIVE BE DOING THINGS YOU LOVED TO DO LIKE (FISHING)BUT MOST OF ALL WE WILL REMEBER ALL THE THINGS YOU TAUGHT US ABOUT LIFE YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTEN UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN VIA CON DIOS PAPO LOVE,

LAURIE,MICHAEL,BRANDON

Bennie Sanchez Jr.

June 28, 2006

My Dad ment the world to me. He was very respected by all and he cared for all. I wish I could give up to go be with him , but I know that's not what he would want for me. Mom it's very hard and it hurts deep but we will be ok. Iam here for You always Love you Mom and Dad until we meet again.

Your Son Bennie Sanchez Jr.

We love you MOM and DAD!

June 27, 2006

Manuel Martinez

June 27, 2006

To all my Family, we love Bennie so much and it is so hard to let go. Remember to be strong and to finish his work. Bennie has created a great family, lets not make it in vein.I am here for you always, lets make Bennie PROUD!Always Manuel Martinez-Son-In_Law

Diana Sanchez

June 14, 2006

Grandma Cathrine,and Family

Christopher and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you,Henry Trish and the family. Bennie was a great man, son, brother and father May GOD bring peace to your lives after this terrible loss.

Christopher Sanchez

Diana Sanchez and Family

Ruth and Robert Trujillo

June 13, 2006

Tisha and family,

Our thoughts and prayers for your strength are with you as you grieve the loss of Bennie. He was such a loving person and a great husband and father. I know all of you will miss him dearly and forever. May our Lord comfort each of you.

Cousin, Robert and Ruth Trujillo

DON BURNS

June 13, 2006

OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE SANCHEZ FAMILY IN THE LOSS OF THEIR FATHER AND FRIEND, AND BROTHER. MY GOD BE WITH HIM ON HIS JOURNEY TO HEAVEN.

Jennifer Melendez

June 13, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Sanchez Family we send our deepest condolences.



The Melendez Family

Telli & Cici Donatelli

June 13, 2006

We are deeply sadden by the loss of our cousin Benny. We will miss his beautiful smile & his loving ways. Our deepest sympathy to Tish & there Children. Our Prayers are with you all. If there is anything we can do for you please let us know. God Bless You All.

Paul Valdez

June 12, 2006

Sorry for your families loss we will keep your family in our prayers. Bennie will be missed greatly. It was a pleasure knowing him he was a great guy.

Tina Saldivar

June 12, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mr. Sanchez will be missed greatly by us all.



Sincerely,

Juanita, Ashley, & Amanda Gonzalez

Roy & Tina Saldivar & kids

Lisa (Chavez) Rivera

June 11, 2006

To anuite Tisha and family, wish i could be there with you all.my heart goes out to you all,uncle benny was a great guy i loved him and cared for him alot. i remember the times i had at your house with him and the family. he was a funny loving guy but had a stronge hand when he need to get on us. you and the family are in a pry's and heart I LOVE YOU ALL please if there is anything you need im here for you all.

Sylvana Tardy

June 11, 2006

Thinking of my dear family in our time of sorrow....

All my Love, Sylvana

Day Family

June 11, 2006

Sorry for the loss...short time we knew Bennie Sr but in the short time he was a wonderful man. May God Bless you all.

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