Alpha Zenon Sanchez

Alpha Sanchez was a devoted, hardworking, and protective individual who passed away surrounded by close friends and family at the age of 54, on April 16th, 2025 after battling with cancer. 

Born in the beautiful city of Baguio, Philippines on December 12, 1970 to Felicitas and Rudolfo Sanchez. Alpha immigrated to the United States with his parents and two sisters, where he attended Arizona State University before enlisting in the United States Army and serving two tours in Afghanistan and Iraq.

He later moved to Sierra Vista, Arizona where he made his home and was known for his compassionate nature, adventurous personality, and being free spirited. 

Alpha loved composing music, hiking, fishing, biking, and watching sunsets. He was a brilliant guitar player and problem solver who often took on projects. He was a man of faith and often read scriptures of God’s words. Alpha’s fighting spirit and strength endured throughout his battle with cancer.

Alpha is survived by his wife Shirley, and his three kids; Remelie, Remzy, and Remy. He was loved dearly and will be greatly missed. 

As we bid goodbye to Alpha, please join the memorial service that will be held on Friday, April 25th, 2025 between 4PM and 7PM at the Hatfield Funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 26th, 2025 at 10:30AM at the Saint Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church.

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