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Freddy Sandoval
January 13th, 1934 - August 6th, 2024
January 13th, 1934 - August 6th, 2024
Freddy Sandoval was born on January 13, 1934, to Fred and Victoria Sandoval.
Freddy passed away on August 6, 2024, at Christus St. Vincent Hospital after a brief illness. He is preceded in death by his parents and his four siblings, Erlinda Hildalgo, Ray Sandoval, Pat Sandoval, and Yolanda Rodriguez. He is survived by his wife of 72 years Dessie (his sweetheart), Children Tina (Sabino) Vargas, Larry Sandoval Sr., Cecelia (George) Herrera. Grandchildren, Annette Schepps (Larry), Melissa Sandoval, Larry Sandoval Jr. (Lydia), Crystal Sandoval. Great Grandchildren Richard Encinias (Violeta), Anthony Cordero (Shania), Mya Sandoval, Tatianna Encinias, Jeremiah Peters, Layla Peters, Joshua Sandoval, Bianca Dessie Jaramillo. Great Great Grandchild Josiah Sandoval. He is survived by special friend Lora Marsh and family, special friend Denton Colvin and family, special friend Doug Colvin and family, special friend Maya del Margo, husband Jim Riesterer and children Patrick and lan, special friend Louie Petry. He is survived by the Kids at Play family and the many Mariachi group members that he played with over the years.
Freddy's passing has left a huge void in the lives of his family and friends. He was the cornerstone of the family. He enjoyed spending time with his family and cherished family gatherings. He was a beloved member of the community. He loved to draw and paint and do Word Find puzzles. He was a professional meat cutter during his entire adult life. He was a volunteer and integral member of Kids at Play for over 20 years. He was a school crossing guard for over 25 years, mostly at Nava Elementary School. He took his job extremely seriously and ensured the safety of each child crossing the street.He played with Mariachi groups since he was a young man and continued until about a year ago. He loved Mariachi music and played every musical instrument. He led a full and blessed life. He will be missed.
A Celebration of Freddy's Life will take place on September 12, 2024, from 1-4
at the Elks Club, 1615 Old Pecos Trail, Santa Fe, NM.
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Tributes
Gary Herrera-Thompson
I hope the Sandoval Family feel the love of others all around them especially now. I hope you know that prayers and caring thoughts will be with you all for a long time to come. My deepest sympathies and condolences. Gary Thompson
Angela Couleur
We would like to express our condolences to the Sandoval family. We will truly miss Fred and his awesome sense of humor. He was always happy and joking. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Couleur Family.
Lawrence Sandoval Jr.
The picture below is of my Grandpa Fred with his only Grandson me Lawrence Sandoval Jr. I was blessed to have my grandpa in my life. As a young boy I remember him making huge homemade kites with me from scratch with sticks, paper bags and sheets for the tails. He would help me color the kites and we would take them to National Guard park and fly them high with fishings rods and fishing line. I remember watching my Grandpa and my Dad meat cutting wild game in Grandpa's garage. My Grandpa was a professional Journeyman meat cutter that kept his knives extremely sharp. I remember Grandpa showing me how to throw horse shoes in the side yard when he had horse shoe tournaments. My Grandpa had a green thumb and lived to grow a lot of plants such as flowers, vegetables and fruit trees. In the end Grandpa was a jack of all trades and will be missed by all those that had the blessing to have him in their lives. I Love you Grandpa Fred!!!??
Louie Petry
Freddy you are one of my great friends. We spent so much time togther setting up for the games and being the refs together. Kids at Play will not be the same with out you.You always treated me with respect and a smile on your face. I have so many memories with you like when you gave my son his first trumpet when he was at Nova. You showing me your garden everytime I would go by to work or visit. I will always be there for Dessi no matter what she needs she has my number. You will be missed.
Annette Schepps
My Sweet Grandpa Freddy, I am sorry it took so long for me to post something about you. I just wanted this to be a bad dream, not reality. I miss you so much. You will always live in my heart and my memories. Here’s a video of the beautiful heartfelt serenade you received last summer. The love and emotion that day was truly unforgettable. I’m so glad I was able to experience this beautiful moment with you. I love you “Babe” and I will never forget you! 😪❤️🙏
Crystal Sandoval
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