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Charles Sanchez Obituary

Charles lived in a sanctuary of eagles, deer, elk , and thousands of birds. He leaves behind two brothers, two sisters, two sons, one daughter, Ernie, Elmo, and many other special friends.

Cremation has taken place. Private services to be held at a later date. In lieu of remembrances, please make donations to the Student Scholarship fund, "El Centro" at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, Colorado, 81301.

IT WAS A GREAT LIFE. NO REGRETS. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER.

Later,

Dupler, Charlie, ex-Rio Grande coach

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Durango Herald on Mar. 1, 2025.

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Elizabeth Sanchez

March 10, 2025

We shared many laughs and good times. I will surely miss your sense of humor, my friend.

Frank Delwiche

March 6, 2025

Dupi gonna miss you bud!! Will meet again for a fishing trip.

Burt Baldwin

March 6, 2025

I knew Charlie well when I was teaching in Ignacio. He was a fellow teacher and kind person!

Dan Sanchez

March 3, 2025

Gone Fishing! We will miss you!

Connie Vigil

March 2, 2025

Rest in peace Charlie. It was a pleasure knowing you.

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