Obituaries

Born May 20th, 1934 in Niles, CA, and entered into rest on July 25th, 2015 in Fremont, CA surrounded by family at the age of 81. Survived by his children: Michael Sanchez (Cathy), Monica Sanchez, and Jeanette Balentine (Bob); grandchildren: Michael Sanchez (Annette), Matthew Hickox, Christopher Hickox, and Austin Balentine; and his first great-grandchild is on the way. Also survived by his sisters: Rita Martin, and Evelyn LaKomy; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents: Fred and Minnie Sanchez; and his wife Patricia "Pat" Sanchez on January 28th, 2010

Freddie graduated from Washington High School in 1954 where he played baseball. He was in business with his father for years through Sanchez Brothers Produce. He was in the National Guard in Idaho and was a Local 70 Teamster for 20 years. He was a diehard Oakland Athletics and San Francisco 49er fan. He enjoyed league bowling at Holiday Bowl, gardening, cruises, trips to Las Vegas, and watching his grandsons play sports.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 22nd, 1pm at Fremont Memorial Chapel, 3723 Peralta Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536.