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Mia

Mia Faith Sanchez

d. February 21, 2015

SANCHEZ, MIA FAITH (MUNOZ) Age 31, was born August 3, 1983 in Carlsbad, NM. Mia passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2015 in Albuquerque surrounded by those who loved her. She is survived by her husband of nearly 12 years, Jon Eric Sanchez of Albuquerque; two sons, Ethan and Charlie of Albuquerque; parents, Laura and Ruben Munoz of Carlsbad, NM; grandfather, Charles Wright of Carlsbad, NM; step-grandmother, Dorothy Wright (Sedgwick) of Carlsbad, NM; brothers, Frank Munoz of Carlsbad, NM, John Anthony Hensley of San Antonio, TX and Joseph Munoz of Carlsbad, NM; sisters, Dolores Pena of Carlsbad, NM and Savannah Munoz of Las Cruces, NM; uncles, Jimmy Munoz of Los Angeles, CA, Bobby Munoz and Eddy Carrasco of Carlsbad, NM; aunts, Jenny Wright, Lucy Yanez and Yvonne Saiz all of Carlsbad, NM. Mia was loved by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, friends, and extended family. She is preceded in death by her uncles, Mike Wright, Doug Wright, Ernest Hernandez and Frank Zabala; grandmother, Rebecca Munoz; younger brother, Ruben Isaiah Munoz; and her grandmother, Pat Wright - who was an inspiring ray of light to Mia. Mia was educated in Carlsbad, NM and graduated in 2001 from Carlsbad High School. As a young girl, she was involved in dance, cheerleading, basketball and volleyball. In high school, Mia was an active member of the Cavegirl Track and Field and Cross Country teams, Choir, Show Choir, and Powder Puff team. These accomplishments were highlighted by competing in the NM State Track and Field Championships as well as qualifying for the NM All State Choir. Her family was currently residing in Albuquerque, NM, where Mia was employed as a med group secretary at New Mexico Pain and Spine. Mia was a wildflower, a free spirit with a personality full of color and beauty with the voice of an angel. Her family knew her as their songbird. She was known for her charismatic charm, radiant smile and contagious laughter. Amongst her many passions, Mia enjoyed baking beautiful cakes, being a part of her CrossFit family, spending time with friends and family, and taking joy rides while jamming out to loud music. Most importantly, she was a wife, mother, friend, sister, daughter and granddaughter. Although we are heartbroken in losing Mia, the memories we have of her and her legacy will continue to shine in our hearts forever. The memorial service will be held on Monday, March 2, 2015, 6:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Westside. A memorial service will also be held on Thursday, March 5, 2015, 6:00 p.m., at Oasis Christian Fellowship in Carlsbad, NM. Memorial donations may be made through www.giveforward.com by searching "Mia Faith Munoz Sanchez and Boys". "Mia we love you. The streets of gold are waiting for you. You are free now our little songbird, soar... " Please visit our online guest book for Mia at www.frenchfunerals.com . FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300

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Monday, March 2nd, 2015, 6:00pm

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