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Adrian Sanchez, 86

September 8, 1935 - January 18, 2022

Adrian Sanchez, 86, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at the Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Cidra, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Aurelio Sanchez and Filomina (Robles) Sanchez. Adrian was the loving husband of his late wife, Janice, who passed away in 1997.

Prior to his retirement, Adrian was employed as a dock worker for Yellow Freight Transport Company in Lancaster. He was a dedicated member of San Juan Bautista Catholic Church where he served in many capacities. He enjoyed buying lottery tickets and spending time with family and friends.

A loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather, Adrian is survived by six children: Philomena Sanchez, Larry Sanchez and his wife Wendy, Judy Plaza, Adrian Sanchez, Jr., and Patrick Sanchez, all of Lancaster, and Carol DeJesus and her husband Pedro of Arizona; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. Also surviving is his brother Benny Sanchez of Lancaster. Along with his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by brothers Pepe and Carmello Sanchez.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial which will begin at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at San Juan Bautista Catholic Church, 425 South Duke Street, Lancaster, PA, 17602, where a viewing will take place from 10:00 – 11:30 AM. Interment will follow at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions in Adrian’s memory to the Kidney foundation of Central PA, 900 South Arlington Avenue., #134A, Harrisburg, PA 17109.

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January 26, 2022

Adrain was like a grandfather figure to me. He would go above and beyond at the thrift store. We would joke around and have fun. He would give me the best advice and would help me. He would always be there for everyone. Every saturday was the day dedicated to the thrift store. He would always be there even if he was exhusted. He would give us a ride back home whenever we wouldnt have one. He was a good man, he made a impact on my life and others. We love him, and may he rest in heavenly peace. Until we meet again my friend. 
Brandon

January 24, 2022

Rembering growing up with la familia sanchez on our block steven’s ave.  Always seeing Adrain aka pops with a smile n always friendly, even when running around inside the house with alfie n larry.growing up along side adrain jr, carol, sissy, alfie, larry n tessie. You are familia. May you rest in piece n never 4gotten. God bless.

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Wednesday, January 26, 2022
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
San Juan Bautista Catholic Church
425 South Duke Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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