Rey Sanchez, 75, of South Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away August 1, 2020 surrounded by his loving family at Hospice House of Reno County, Hutchinson, Kansas.  A life resident of Hutchinson, he was born on January 6, 1945, the son of Catarino Sanchez and Mary ( Martinez) Ojeda.  He was a retired meat department employee of the former Safeway meat packing plant in Wichita, Kansas.

He was a devoted member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church; he worked tirelessly as a church volunteer.  he was an avid fan of Kansas University, Notre Dame, and Hutchinson High School sports.  He loved to watch the Price is Right and The Young and the Restless television shows.  he enjoyed old rhythm and blues and Mexican music.  His family was his pride and joy.

On February 13, 1967, he married Blanca Carabajal, in Hutchinson, Kansas.  They later divorced.

Survivors include: 1 son, Rey Sanchez; 2 daughters, Jennifer ( Aaron) Glenn, Kelly ( Daniel ) Darrow; 1 brother, Joe Sanchez; 1 sister, Geraldine ( Geri) Delgado; 13 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Catarino Sanchez, and Torivio ( Paul ) and Mary Ojeda; 1 sister, Reina Stinbrink, 2 brothers, Jimmie Sanchez, Paul Ojeda, Jr.

Rosary will be held August 7, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, Kansas.  Mass will be August 8, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, Kansas.  Burial following at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd, Hutchinson, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and left in care of Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home, 528 North Main Street, Hutchinson, Kansas 67501.