RUBEN CASTILLO SANCHEZ, JR.                  

58, of Tucson and Nogales lost his courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, June 29, 2005. Preceded in death by parents, Fernanda and Ruben Sr., and sister, Chavela. Survived by beloved children, Debbie (Rudy) Marmolejo, Steve (Rachael) Sanchez, Robyn Sanchez; wife Jane Sanchez; sister Marta Sanchez. Also survived by special friend and companion, Martha Romano and his buddy "Ranger". He leaves behind grandchildren, Veronica and Gabriel Marmolejo, JD and Anastasia Levitski and his "two special angels", Jalen and Mekkiah Sanchez. Ruben was a very loving man. He loved his family, aunts, uncles, cousin etc and cherished our 4th of July family reunions at the "shack". He had many special friends whom he loved. Special thanks to VA Hospice and their great care. No services at this time. Burial will be held at a later date in Nogales, AZ. Arrangements by MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2580 S. 6th Ave.

Arizona Daily Star, The (Tucson, AZ) - Monday, July 4, 2005