Tomas Reymundo Sanchez Jr., lifetime Laredoan, died at the age of 77 on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at his home. Tom Sanchez is deeply loved and will be missed by his surviving family: wife, Janice Sanchez, children: Brandy T. (Tony) Ramos, Megan M. (Benjamin) Solis, and Sean (Stefania) Sanchez; his siblings Diana (Juan) Marinez andContinue Reading
SCOTT "El Tigre"
left a message on March 3, 2020:
I just heard of Tom's passing, and I'm sad.
Don Tomas Sanchez - A leader, intelligent, and a great sense of humor! Yes, he certainly was a descendant of Spanish nobility! - the whole family is talented and gifted. If this were the middle ages instead of the 21st century . . . Tom would've been a crusading knight, with a castle on a hilltop, a fair lady as his bride, and he'd be off fighting Saracens or slaying dragons. Tom was larger than life - for sure. Oftentimes he was as ornery and cantankerous as a rabid bobcat.I'm glad I had the opportunity to know Tom and work with him -- he was my boss all those years ago. Tough as nails -- with a heart of gold -- We are argued, we fought, sometimes feelings were mean. After a bad scrape, we'd get up off the ground dust ourselves off, shake hands . . . and we were buds again. Great man. Fascinating man. True patriot. I'm a better person having known him. Rest easy noble warrior. Catch you in the afterlife . . .
Cordelia Flores
left a message on October 6, 2019:
My heartfelt condolences to the Sanchez family for you loss. After many years of not seeing him, about two weeks ago I happened to briefly see and talk to Tom outside of HEB. Tom was full of life and his wit was as sharp as ever. In a second he came up with a serious-sounding comment targeting my passion for the pro-life cause, and I could not help but bust out laughing with him and at myself for taking his comment so seriously when I first heard it. I also will not forget Tom's kindness when my father, Oscar L. Casso, who had been his father's friend and golf buddy, passed away in 1985. Tom was an excellent journalist and when my father died, I visited him at the offices of The Laredo News because he had asked me to take him a picture of my dad, I will never forget the beautiful article he wrote about my late father. It was written with great journalistic skill and I believe also with the love of a true friend of our family It is with shock and sadness that I learned of Tom's untimely passing, and I send my condolences and prayers tor Tom and the the lovely family he leaves behind. Oscar, my son, also sends his condolences to Sean Sanchez with whom he used to be on the tennis team at United High School. Oscar remembers Mr. Tom Sanchez very well because he was always a great supporter of the team and of his son, Sean.
Rachel and Margie Ibarra
left a message on October 5, 2019:
Our deepest condolences to all the family. Tom was a great and honorable man I had the pleasure of working with. May our Lord give you the comfort you need during this great loss to you and our community.
Raul A. Martinez
left a message on October 5, 2019:
Although I left the DA's office 16 years ago, I vividly and affectionately remember my daily lunches with two grumpy old men, Tom Sanchez and Louie Zapata. The discussions were always entertaining; Tom would always end up saying he was right.
Through the last 16 years, we ran into each other, sporadically. The last time I saw Tom was at the doctor's office; the conversation was as if we had never stopped seeing each other. We spoke at length, reminiscing about the good old days at the DA's office.
I am saddened by his passing, but know that he is peacefully resting in the arms of our Lord. My prayers are with his family during this time of sorrow.~Raul A. Martinez
Quiroz FAMILY
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Sanchez Family, our deepest CONDOLENCES for YOU ALL. TOM was an AWESOME & SINCERE FRIEND.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Melisa Solis
left a message on October 4, 2019:
My condolences to the whole family. We know how much Tom is loved and will be missed.
Hans Nunemaker
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Always used to rib Tom about sounding more like Johnny Cash than Johnny Cash himself.
Hans Nunemaker
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Tom,
My fellow paratrooper brother...
You've now made your final jump onto the eternal dropzone in the sky. A whole new set of wings now. Rest well, and see you soon. Gonna miss you, buddy. Airborne!
Hans
Adriana B. Nunemaker
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Dear Mrs. Sanchez and sons and daughters,
My husband Hans and I extend our heartfelt condolences to all of you. Tom was an incredible human being. I always enjoyed talking to him. He was truly one of a kind. WE will miss him dearly. But, we are comforted with the memories of our time with him...May he rest in peace.
May God send you comfort and peace during this painful time. You are in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Adriana B. Nunemaker
Alberto Martinez,jr
left a message on October 3, 2019:
RIP PESADO
MY PARTNER AT THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT. ALTHOUGH SAD AT YOUR PASSING, I WILL ALWAYS SMILE AND LAUGH REMEMBERING ALL THE FUNNY THINGS WE DID. MY SON POLLITO STATIONED IN THE NAVY IN HAWAII WAS SADDENED TO HEAR OF YOUR PASSING. WE KNOW THAT YOU ARE AT THE RIGHT SIDE OF OUR LORD.
YOUR FRIEND ALWAYS
CHIEF ALBERTO "POLLO" MARTINEZ
John Dickinson
left a message on October 3, 2019:
He may have been known as Tete to many, but to me he was always Tommy -- a dear friend whom I respected and loved. Like many others, we would have almost daily discussions about some religious or other social subject by email. I admired his way of expressing his logic in a most articulate, astute way. I will miss him greatly -- his smarts, his humor, his kindness, his friendship. He rests in peace. I look forward to our next discussion. God bless, Tommy. --Johnny.
Deanna Longoria
left a message on October 3, 2019:
My sincerest condolences go to Diana and all of Tete’s family. I had not seen Tete for many years until a Ursuline-St Joe Reunion a few years ago. He was easy to converse with, having interesting view points on so many topics. It was as if we had resumed a recent conversation. He was a special gentleman. May he enjoy the peace of his eternal home....Deanna Longoria. Class of 1960.
Estella Rodriguez
left a message on October 3, 2019:
My sincerest condolences to Tom's family and friends. I worked with Tom at Laredo Morning Times for several years. We had a great working relationship. My most memorable moments were seeing Tom rush out of the newsroom and fly off on his motorcycle to cover some big breaking story. I also remember him making it a practice to learn a new word a day and finding a way to use it in a conversation that day. He will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.
DAVID N. LONGORIA
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Although I haven't seen Tete since I moved to Houston in 1970, I remember him well and knew him as a friend. My condolences to his family.
Tessie Medina-Cantu
left a message on October 3, 2019:
My sincerest condolences to Tom's family. There wasn't a single person Tom couldn't make smile! His humor was infectious and he will be deeply missed by many. Tom was definitely one of a kind. Rest in peace Tom.
David I. I. Martinez
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Tete, we will miss you at the Luby's Wednesday Lunch Group even though lately you had not been attending. You always brought a sense of humor and debating points from your Democrat perspective to the Republican followers in the group. Can't believe it, two of the "Green Street Kids" are now with the Lord. Give Ricardo a.k.a. Chencho a big hug from the Lunch Group.
Rest in peace Tete.
Homero Martinez
left a message on October 3, 2019:
I'll miss my good friend Tete...You are with the Lord..
Doyle G Holdridge
left a message on October 2, 2019:
My sincere condolences to the family of Tom Sanchez. He always kept things interesting and brought a smile to those around him!
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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SCOTT "El Tigre"
left a message on March 3, 2020:
I just heard of Tom's passing, and I'm sad.
Don Tomas Sanchez - A leader, intelligent, and a great sense of humor! Yes, he certainly was a descendant of Spanish nobility! - the whole family is talented and gifted. If this were the middle ages instead of the 21st century . . . Tom would've been a crusading knight, with a castle on a hilltop, a fair lady as his bride, and he'd be off fighting Saracens or slaying dragons. Tom was larger than life - for sure. Oftentimes he was as ornery and cantankerous as a rabid bobcat.I'm glad I had the opportunity to know Tom and work with him -- he was my boss all those years ago. Tough as nails -- with a heart of gold -- We are argued, we fought, sometimes feelings were mean. After a bad scrape, we'd get up off the ground dust ourselves off, shake hands . . . and we were buds again. Great man. Fascinating man. True patriot. I'm a better person having known him. Rest easy noble warrior. Catch you in the afterlife . . .
Cordelia Flores
left a message on October 6, 2019:
My heartfelt condolences to the Sanchez family for you loss. After many years of not seeing him, about two weeks ago I happened to briefly see and talk to Tom outside of HEB. Tom was full of life and his wit was as sharp as ever. In a second he came up with a serious-sounding comment targeting my passion for the pro-life cause, and I could not help but bust out laughing with him and at myself for taking his comment so seriously when I first heard it. I also will not forget Tom's kindness when my father, Oscar L. Casso, who had been his father's friend and golf buddy, passed away in 1985. Tom was an excellent journalist and when my father died, I visited him at the offices of The Laredo News because he had asked me to take him a picture of my dad, I will never forget the beautiful article he wrote about my late father. It was written with great journalistic skill and I believe also with the love of a true friend of our family It is with shock and sadness that I learned of Tom's untimely passing, and I send my condolences and prayers tor Tom and the the lovely family he leaves behind. Oscar, my son, also sends his condolences to Sean Sanchez with whom he used to be on the tennis team at United High School. Oscar remembers Mr. Tom Sanchez very well because he was always a great supporter of the team and of his son, Sean.
Rachel and Margie Ibarra
left a message on October 5, 2019:
Our deepest condolences to all the family. Tom was a great and honorable man I had the pleasure of working with. May our Lord give you the comfort you need during this great loss to you and our community.
Raul A. Martinez
left a message on October 5, 2019:
Although I left the DA's office 16 years ago, I vividly and affectionately remember my daily lunches with two grumpy old men, Tom Sanchez and Louie Zapata. The discussions were always entertaining; Tom would always end up saying he was right.
Through the last 16 years, we ran into each other, sporadically. The last time I saw Tom was at the doctor's office; the conversation was as if we had never stopped seeing each other. We spoke at length, reminiscing about the good old days at the DA's office.
I am saddened by his passing, but know that he is peacefully resting in the arms of our Lord. My prayers are with his family during this time of sorrow.~Raul A. Martinez
Quiroz FAMILY
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Sanchez Family, our deepest CONDOLENCES for YOU ALL. TOM was an AWESOME & SINCERE FRIEND.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Melisa Solis
left a message on October 4, 2019:
My condolences to the whole family. We know how much Tom is loved and will be missed.
Hans Nunemaker
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Always used to rib Tom about sounding more like Johnny Cash than Johnny Cash himself.
Hans Nunemaker
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Tom,
My fellow paratrooper brother...
You've now made your final jump onto the eternal dropzone in the sky. A whole new set of wings now. Rest well, and see you soon. Gonna miss you, buddy. Airborne!
Hans
Adriana B. Nunemaker
left a message on October 4, 2019:
Dear Mrs. Sanchez and sons and daughters,
My husband Hans and I extend our heartfelt condolences to all of you. Tom was an incredible human being. I always enjoyed talking to him. He was truly one of a kind. WE will miss him dearly. But, we are comforted with the memories of our time with him...May he rest in peace.
May God send you comfort and peace during this painful time. You are in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Adriana B. Nunemaker
Alberto Martinez,jr
left a message on October 3, 2019:
RIP PESADO
MY PARTNER AT THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT. ALTHOUGH SAD AT YOUR PASSING, I WILL ALWAYS SMILE AND LAUGH REMEMBERING ALL THE FUNNY THINGS WE DID. MY SON POLLITO STATIONED IN THE NAVY IN HAWAII WAS SADDENED TO HEAR OF YOUR PASSING. WE KNOW THAT YOU ARE AT THE RIGHT SIDE OF OUR LORD.
YOUR FRIEND ALWAYS
CHIEF ALBERTO "POLLO" MARTINEZ
John Dickinson
left a message on October 3, 2019:
He may have been known as Tete to many, but to me he was always Tommy -- a dear friend whom I respected and loved. Like many others, we would have almost daily discussions about some religious or other social subject by email. I admired his way of expressing his logic in a most articulate, astute way. I will miss him greatly -- his smarts, his humor, his kindness, his friendship. He rests in peace. I look forward to our next discussion. God bless, Tommy. --Johnny.
Deanna Longoria
left a message on October 3, 2019:
My sincerest condolences go to Diana and all of Tete’s family. I had not seen Tete for many years until a Ursuline-St Joe Reunion a few years ago. He was easy to converse with, having interesting view points on so many topics. It was as if we had resumed a recent conversation. He was a special gentleman. May he enjoy the peace of his eternal home....Deanna Longoria. Class of 1960.
Estella Rodriguez
left a message on October 3, 2019:
My sincerest condolences to Tom's family and friends. I worked with Tom at Laredo Morning Times for several years. We had a great working relationship. My most memorable moments were seeing Tom rush out of the newsroom and fly off on his motorcycle to cover some big breaking story. I also remember him making it a practice to learn a new word a day and finding a way to use it in a conversation that day. He will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.
DAVID N. LONGORIA
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Although I haven't seen Tete since I moved to Houston in 1970, I remember him well and knew him as a friend. My condolences to his family.
Tessie Medina-Cantu
left a message on October 3, 2019:
My sincerest condolences to Tom's family. There wasn't a single person Tom couldn't make smile! His humor was infectious and he will be deeply missed by many. Tom was definitely one of a kind. Rest in peace Tom.
David I. I. Martinez
left a message on October 3, 2019:
Tete, we will miss you at the Luby's Wednesday Lunch Group even though lately you had not been attending. You always brought a sense of humor and debating points from your Democrat perspective to the Republican followers in the group. Can't believe it, two of the "Green Street Kids" are now with the Lord. Give Ricardo a.k.a. Chencho a big hug from the Lunch Group.
Rest in peace Tete.
Homero Martinez
left a message on October 3, 2019:
I'll miss my good friend Tete...You are with the Lord..
Doyle G Holdridge
left a message on October 2, 2019:
My sincere condolences to the family of Tom Sanchez. He always kept things interesting and brought a smile to those around him!
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.