Mr. Sanchez was born to Antonio Geronimo and Lydia Sanchez on May 9, 1954.
   He was a member of the St. John the Baptist Parish and was a member of the San Juan de los Caballeros Council at Ohkay Owingeh, a fourth degree Knight at the Arroyo Seco Assembly, an associate member of St. John the Baptist St. Vincent de Paul Society, a member of Local Union #16.
   Mr. Sanchez was a laborer foreman by trade and began his construction career with Saunders Construction, then transitioned to Davis & Associates. He worked construction over 45 years.
   After retiring, he worked as a security escort for Compa Industries, escorting visitors at Los Alamos National Laboratory. He retired from Compa Industries in 2009 to dedicate his time to his cattle and ranch operations.