David G. Sanchez, 91, of Santa Paula, California, passed away on June
23, 2020 at home with his wife and his family by his side. David was born
in Fillmore, California on June 28, 1928 and was a lifelong resident of
Ventura County.
He began working for William L. Morris in Fillmore as a garageman at a
young age until 1950 when he enlisted in the U.S. Army. David served his
country in the Korean War and earned an honorable discharge in 1956.
Upon his discharge he began working for the Laborers International Union
in construction. After nine years as a member of the Laborers Union he
began working as an operator engineer for the International Union of
Operating Engineers Local 12. For the next 30 years he worked as an
operator for Nelson and Belding. After retiring he enjoyed woodworking,
gardening and spending time with his family.
David was a gentle, giving and compassionate husband and father. He
will be dearly missed by his loving family and is survived by his wife of 59
years, Esther; son Steve Sanchez (wife Ernestine) of Sacramento; son Jerry
Sanchez (wife Sheila) of Sacramento; son David Lee Sanchez (wife Ann) of
Sacramento; son David Jr. Sanchez (wife Anita) of Santa Paula, and
daughter Tina Castaneda ( husband Gonzalo) of Fillmore. David was
blessed with grandchildren, Stephanie Sanchez, Veronica Sanchez, Eric
Sanchez, Sara Sanchez, Audrey Sanchez, Tonisha Pacheco and Jacob
Castaneda.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Assisted Hospice of Ventura.
A special thank you to Rosario, Nancy, Shari and Gonzalo for their
compassion, kindness and guidance in the care of David.
Funeral services will be privately held due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Arrangements are under the direction of JOSEPH P. REARDON
FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 757 E. Main Street,