Candelaria “Kandy” Sanchez Cordova's obituary , Passed away on April 21, 2023 in Belen, New Mexico

Candelaria “Kandy” Sanchez Cordova

August 13, 1936 - April 21, 2023 (86 years old)

Belen, New Mexico

Candelaria “Kandy” Sanchez Cordova's obituary , Passed away on April 21, 2023 in Belen, New Mexico

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Romero Funeral Home Chapel

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Candelaria “Kandy” Sanchez Cordova

August 13, 1936 - April 21, 2023 (86 years old)

Belen, New Mexico

Candelaria Sanchez Cordova Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Candelaria Sanchez Cordova of Belen, New Mexico, who passed away on April 21, 2023, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Candelaria Sanchez Cordova to show support.

She was predeceased by: her husband Ismael "Smiley" Cordova; her parents, Luciano Sanchez and Maria Padilla Sanchez; her son Joseph "Joey" Cordova; her siblings, Leo, Tony Sanchez, Sally Datello, Mary Jane Luna and Rosie Baca; and her sister-in-law Nila Romero.

She is survived by: her daughter Pam Cordova; her son-in-law Michael Melendez; her children, Sharon Cordova and Christopher J. Cordova; her daughter-in-law Bernadine Cordova; her brothers, Alex and Luciano; her sister-in-law Pauline Sanchez; her grandchildren, Marysa, Nicolas Baca, Christopher J. Cordova Jr., Maria Tyree (Wyatt) and Noah Molina Cordova; and her great grandchild Joey Lynn Baca. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends.

In recognition of her contributions to enhancing the quality of life for all New Mexicans, Kandy received numerous honors and awards throughout her lifetime.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Romero Funeral Home Chapel



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Apr 26

Visitation

Romero Funeral Home Chapel
609 N Main St, Belen, NM 87002

Wed

Apr 26

Rosary

Romero Funeral Home Chapel
609 N Main St, Belen, NM 87002

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Apr 27

Visitation

Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church
101 N 10th St, Belen, NM 87002

Thu

Apr 27

Funeral Mass

Our Lady of Belen Catholic Church
101 N 10th St, Belen, NM 87002

Thu

Apr 27

Burial

Our Lady of Belen Memorial Gardens
101 N 10th St, Belen, NM 87002

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