Christopher Sanchez

Christopher Michael Sanchez, age 51, passed away suddenly on August 25, 2024, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Christopher was born to Beatrice Sanchez on November 9, 1972, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. 

He became a father to his only child, Brianda Sanchez (Pamela Encinias) in 2005.  Brianda was Chris’ world. 

Christopher is preceded in death by his Grandparents Antonio and Eugenia (Sandoval) Sanchez from Santa Fe, New Mexico.  He is survived by his mother Beatrice Sanchez, daughter Brianda Sanchez (Pamela Encinias), his brothers Joard (Fanny) Sanchez and Jerome (Vida) Sanchez, nieces Dominique and Marisol Sanchez and nephew Justin Sanchez. As well as many family and friends.

Christopher will be remembered for his charming and caring nature, his warm smile and gentle kindness. Christopher was a free spirit who loved drawing with the tattoo gun and other media. 

A memorial and Rosary will be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 5:00 pm at the Kiva Chapel at Rivera Family Funeral Services on Rodeo Road in Santa Fe.  A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 10:00 am at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis in Santa Fe. 

Arrangements by Rivera Family Funeral Home.  To share a memory, please visit the. Website at www.riverafuneralhome.com.