With her family by her side, Helen Sanchez 91 was welcomed into heaven on March 9, 2026. She was born on July 21, 1934 in Cerro, New Mexico to parents Jose and Mary Candelaria.
Helen married Alex Sanchez and together they made their home in Laramie where they raised five children who were her greatest joy and accomplishment, and she dedicated her life to.
Helen was a devoted Catholic. She was a member of St. Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church; where she was part of Our Ladies of Guadalupe and the Spanish Choir. Helen enjoyed many hobbies like crafting, bingo and Yahtzee.
Helen is survived by her children, Ruby, Eleanor, Rachel, and Tom (Sylvia); granddaughter, Sarah; great grandsons, Isaiah , Daniel and Eric Martinez; great-great grandchildren, Parker and Laycen and; her siblings, Irene, Bob, Johnny, and special niece, JoAnn.
She is proceeded in death by her husband, Alex; her son, Alex Jr; parents as well as siblings, Rosie, Don Arthur, Martha and Wilford .
A visitation for Mrs. Sanchez will be on Friday, March 13th at Montgomery- Stryker Funeral Home from 2-4 p.m., followed by a rosary at 6:30 p.m. at St. Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church.
Funeral Liturgy will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 14th at St. Laurence O’Toole Catholic Church, followed by burial at Greenhill Cemetery. Immediately following the services her family will host a lunch.
14 Comments To "Helen C. Sanchez"
#1 Comment By Matt and Andrea Grosinger On March 11, 2026 @ 4:28 pm
Our deepest condolences to the family. May God bring you all together at this time of remembrance and draw you closer in the days ahead.
#2 Comment By Robin Baldwin On March 11, 2026 @ 5:25 pm
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers and sending heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
#3 Comment By Patty Pryor On March 12, 2026 @ 8:42 am
I’m so very sorry, sending your family lots of prayers and love ❤️. Your mom always felt like mom to me through out all the years!! I loved being around your family, it seemed more like a family to me, your family just took me in!! It breaks 💔 my heart for your loss!! Helen was a great woman and loved her family more than anything ❤️ 💜
#4 Comment By Terry Foster-Leal On March 12, 2026 @ 9:12 am
Homer and family sorry for the loss of your mother. Thoughts and prayers to your family. Terry Foster-Leal
#5 Comment By Mae Montoya On March 12, 2026 @ 10:34 am
My deepest condolences to my Aunt Helen’s family. She was a strong, stern woman with a big heart and was so giving. I will never forget her kindness and compassion. she loved her children immensely! On angels wings she was welcomed into heaven. God bless you all. Love you all!
#6 Comment By Anonymous On March 13, 2026 @ 4:59 pm
We were so sad to hear about Helen. What a beautiful and sweet lady she was. We will miss seeing her and visiting with her. Condolences to her family, she was wonderful.
Dusty and Shauna
#7 Comment By Anonymous On March 12, 2026 @ 4:47 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss. She award a great lady and will be missed by many
Sending prayers and hugs
Deb Wessels
#8 Comment By Anonymous On March 12, 2026 @ 10:34 pm
Ruby: My daughter sent me this Obituary of your Mom. She is in our prayers as are you and your family. If you need anything, please let me know. We are praying for her and your family. Love you lots. Patti Kopriva and family.
#9 Comment By Pat and Deb On March 13, 2026 @ 7:43 am
Your mom (grandma) was such a beautiful lady inside and out 🩷 we loved talking to her and giving her a big hug. She will be greatly missed-sending our love, thoughts and prayers to you all. Big hugs – 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
#10 Comment By Patti Kopruva On March 13, 2026 @ 4:44 pm
Ruby..My daughter sent me the news of your Mom’s passing. I am so sorry to hear about this. I send my prayers to you and your family.
Patti Kopriva
#11 Comment By Donna (Gonzales) Roper On March 14, 2026 @ 6:24 pm
Ruby, Eleanor, and Rachel, my deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom. My Mom, Nora Gonzales, was a good friend and now I understand why. They were both from Cerro. God be with you and bless you with comfort and strength.
#12 Comment By Robert and Loretta Sanchez On March 15, 2026 @ 12:33 pm
We are so very sorry to hear about Aunt Helen’s passing. Our deepest condolences and prayers are with the family. I know Theresa had told her she had been sick, but we were not aware of her passing. If we would’ve known we would’ve been there with the family. Our continued prayers are with you all for God‘s comfort and strength, sending hugs. God Bless
Robert and Loretta Sanchez
#13 Comment By Christine Italiano On April 1, 2026 @ 5:53 am
My heart is with you all! What a beautiful woman to have known and loved! God bless you 🙏 My prayers and thoughts surround you❤️🩹 love you!
#14 Comment By Teri Frazier On April 4, 2026 @ 8:56 am
Dear Ruby, Eleanor, n Rachel, sending my deepest condolences in the loss of your mother. May God’s perpetual light shine upon her.