Raul Sanchez, 75, passed away April 16, 2019, at his home in Lockwood, where he was lovingly cared for consistently by Pam, Gabrielle and Nevaeh. He was born in Billings on March 25, 1944, to Ysmael and Librada (Garcia) Sanchez. Raul was the oldest of eight brothers and two sisters. He grew up in Lockwood attending Lockwood School and graduating from Billings Senior High in 1962. Raul served eight years combined in the United States Army and National Guard. He spent his career, of 52 years, working for Yellowstone Paper Co. as a salesman.
Raul married his life partner, Pam Flowers, on July 26, 1986 in Billings. Raul enjoyed shooting pool, fishing and racing stock cars with family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, two siblings and one granddaughter. Raul is survived by wife, Pam; six brothers; one sister; children, Gabrielle (Chris) Walker, Carlos, Gina (Travus) Frost, Raul (Heidi), Rick (Tina) Ontiveros, Chris (Judy), Laurie (John) Walsh and Tina (Mike) Milam; and too many grandchildren and great-grandchildren to name.
A celebration of life will take place Saturday April 27, 2019, 11 am at the VFW Post #1634 at 4242 State Ave Billings MT. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: VFW Post #1634 or St. John's Foundation/Senior Independence.