Mary Sanchez, age 89, of North Platte, died April 8, 2014 at Linden Court.
Mary was born on January 1, 1925 in Omaha, NE to John and Christina DiBiase. Mary was raised in Omaha and on May 30, 1942, she married Marcelino Sanchez. In 1976, she and the family moved to Denver for Marce’s promotion. He retired in 1985 and he and Mary moved to North Platte to be closer to their daughter Kathy and her husband. Mary was a great cook and a wonderful woman who was dedicated to her husband, children, and grandchildren. She always put her family first before herself. She told everyone that she loved them no matter who you were. “I love you with all my heart and soul.”
Mary is survived by her children John (Barb) Sanchez of Cheyenne, WY, Jim (Vicki) Sanchez of Cleveland, OH, Kathy (Stu) Lauver of North Platte, Rick (Suzanne) Sanchez of Castle Rock, CO and Mark (Neva) Sanchez of Colorado Springs, CO; 10 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Marce; granddaughter Tiffany Lauver; brother Mike DiBiase; sister Betty Lou Kirby; half brothers Tony, Louie, Bennie, and Sam DiBiase; and half sister Connie Romano.
A memorial has been established in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Cremation was chosen and a graveside memorial service will be held at a later date. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.