CHRISTINA SANCHEZ

Christina (Masuca) Sanchez, 95, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2021, surrounded by family. Born on December 15, 1925, Christina’s unwavering faith was her guide and her salvation as she overcame life’s difficult moments. No matter her other responsibilities, Mom’s main priority was her family. She always was by her husband’s side making sure his needs were met until he passed away in 1985. She spent most of her life taking care of him as well as taking care of their eight children, grandchildren, friends and anyone she met along the way.

Christina was preceded in death by husband, Jose S. Sanchez, infant son, two sisters and a brother, and most recently, her youngest daughter, Christina Morales. (It is comforting to know that Mom is not alone and has loved ones waiting to welcome her with open arms.)

Those of us lucky to have had her in our lives, were touched by Mom’s loving heart, sense of humor, and industrious composition. Mom will be missed by her devoted family and friends, including the following children living in California: Juan, Ignacio, Apolonia (Jose Valladares), Natividad (Isabel), grandson Steve (Deborah) whom she raised as if he was her own son, and in Wisconsin: Marianita (Prudencio Oyarbide), Santiago, and Maria del Refugio (Rolando Rodriguez) and Isidro Morales. She also will be lovingly missed by her three nieces and two nephews, 32 grandchildren and 57 (at last count) great- grandchildren!

Visitation was held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Wautoma followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 p.m. (noon). Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery. Leikness Funeral Home, Wautoma is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are found at www.leiknessfuneralhome.com

As was her warm and generous style in all interactions with others, we would like to end with her usual responses: “You’re so nice. Thank you.” And, “I’m ok.”