In loving memory of Olympia Griñé-Sanchez
January 30, 1962 to July 1, 2013
Olympia Griñé-Sanchez, born in Clayton, New Mexico was one of 9 children born to Joe and Frances Griñé. Olympia was married to Mark Sanchez from Espanola, New Mexico. She is the mother of Aaron Vigil and step-mother to SarahRose Sanchez and Marcos Sanchez. She is survived by her father, Joe Griñé, Sr., sisters Joann Lovato, MaryAnn Fernandez and husband Carlos, Phyllis and husband Bruce, Suzi Jones and husband Eric, brothers; Joe Griñé, Jr., Archie Griñé and wife Norma, Richard Griñé and Julian Griñé. Her in-laws are Tony and wife Rose Sanchez, brothers-in-law Carlos Sanchez, Chris Sanchez and Kathy and sister-in-law Maxine and husband Ernie Montoya.
Those who have gone before her; mother, Frances Griñé. She has two grandchildren, Illyana Vigil and Rachel Quintana. She has many nieces and nephews who will miss their aunt Olympia.
A rosary and devotional service in her memory were held on July 6, 2013 at the Rivera Family Funeral Home Chapel in Espanola. A reception followed at the Knights of Columbus. Burial services at the request of the family took place privately at a later date.
Olympia had a passion for motorcycle riding.
In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting contribution to Toys for Tots in her name.