Ofimio V. Sanchez

Ofimio V. Sanchez, age 77, of Mabton, WA passed away on Monday, January 15, 2018 in Richland, WA.  Ofimio was born on August 15, 1940 in Donna, Texas the son of Felicita (Vasquez) and Geronimo Sanchez. He received his education in Texas.  On September 6, 1960 he married Maria “Toña” A. Sanchez in Oregon.  The family moved to Mabton, WA in the 1970’s where Ofimio started O. Sanchez Trucking (driving Old Blue) which he owned and operated for many years.  Ofimio home was a gathering place for family and friends, to talk about old times, enjoy football games each weekend and just share the love they had for each other. He was an avid Seahawk Fan but grew up as a Cowboys Fan.

Ofimio is survived by five children Ofimio V. Sanchez Jr. (Eliticia) of Outlook, WA, David V. Sanchez (Elsa) of Mabton, WA, Norma Torres (Ismael) of Everson, WA, Ricardo Sanchez (Liz) and Daniel V. Sanchez (Laura) all of Mabton, WA.  Sixteen children and fifteen great grandchildren with one on the way.  He is also survived by numerous brothers and sisters.  He is preceded in death by parents, wife Maria “Toña” A. Sanchez in 2014, one grandson Alvino C. Sanchez and two sisters.  

Viewing and visitation will be held on Sunday, January 21, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Smith Funeral Home, Sunnyside, WA.  Viewing and visitation will be held Monday, January 22, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Neighborhood Assembly of God in Sunnyside, WA.  Funeral Services will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the Neighborhood Church of God, Sunnyside, WA.  Burial will follow at the Mabton Cemetery.  Those wishing to sign Ofimio’s online memorial book may do so at www.funeralhomesmith.com  Smith Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

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