Frances Sanchez

Born May 11th, 1942

Frances was a source of love, compassion and strength. She left us on March 23rd, 2026.

She lived on the family farm outside of town and went to school in Clayton, New Mexico. In her later years she moved to Colorado to be closer to her children and other family members. She worked in Retail and Banking and was a Rancher. Her passion and dreams were to someday own a flower shop. She made those dreams come true. She Owned and operated Maria's Flowers and Gifts in Longmont, Co and Yucca Floral in Clayton NM. She loved the way people's faces would light up when they saw her arrangements. It didn't matter if it was a single rose or arrangements for a wedding. She always tried to make the moments special and memorable for her customers and people she worked with. Her biggest inspiration was Princess Diana.

Her role as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother was something she truly enjoyed. She raised her children with love and devotion. She always provided comfort and guidance during challenging times. Her kindness and empathy touched so many lives. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Frances is survived by her brother Silvanio Sanchez and 5 children, Ernie Anthony, Irene Elliott, Juan Trujillo, Silbanio Trujillo and Jose Trujillo. Her daughter in-laws Sherry, Brenda and Cheryl. Grandchildren Brodie Subia, Desiree Subia, Leandro Trujillo and Isabella Trujillo, Great grandchildren Cesar Galvan, Alexis Garcia and Anabel Subia. Great Great grandchildren E.J. Anthony and Matthew James Anthony.
Proceeded in death by her parents Macario Sanchez and Maria Sanchez. Her brothers Damian Sanchez and Max Sanchez. Her sisters Irene Miera and Fedelia Taylor.

Services will be held on Saturday May 30th, 2026, at Saint Frances Xavier Catholic Church 114 N. 1st street, Clayton, NM 88514 at 10:30 am.