Dionisia "Denise" R. Sanchez

Dionisia Rodriguez Sanchez, 51, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2026, at Hendricks Medical Center in Abilene, Texas. She was born on October 21, 1974, in Dallas, Texas, to Alberta "Judy" Rodriguez and Francisco Ugalde Vargas.

Dionisia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She was deeply loved by her family and friends, and her kindness, generosity, and loving spirit touched the lives of many. She had a way of making those around her feel special, and she will be remembered by all who knew her.

Dionisia was married to her beloved husband, Venancio Sanchez Jr. Together, they built a family that was the center of her world. She was a devoted mother to Eric Garcia and his wife, Lilly Garcia; Kristina Tolbert and her husband, Aaron Tolbert; Jazmyn Sanchez; Lilyana Sanchez; and Daniel Sanchez. She was also a proud grandmother to Aydyn, Aribella, and Thalia Tolbert, who brought immense joy to her life.

Dionisia worked as a Secretary/Administrative Assistant at Comanche Elementary School, where she was known for her dedication and caring nature.

Outside of work, Dionisia had a true passion for baking. She poured her heart and creativity into her home baking business, Lande's Bakery. She was incredibly talented and skilled at her craft, creating cakes that were not only beautiful but delicious. Baking was more than a hobby for Dionisia-it was a way for her to create something special for others and share a little bit of her love with every cake she made.

Dionisia was blessed with many friendships throughout her life and was loved by so many. Her warm heart, generosity, and the memories she created with those around her will remain a lasting part of the lives she touched.

She is lovingly remembered and survived by her husband, Venancio Sanchez Jr.; her children, Eric Garcia and his wife, Lilly Garcia; Kristina Tolbert and her husband, Aaron Tolbert; Jazmyn Sanchez; Lilyana Sanchez; and Daniel Sanchez; her grandchildren, Aydyn Tolbert, Aribella Tolbert, and Thalia Tolbert; her mother, Alberta "Judy" Rodriguez; and her siblings, Albert Rodriguez and his wife, Stephanie Rodriguez, and Angelica Prado. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever cherish her memory.

Dionisia was preceded in death by her father, Francisco Ugalde Vargas.

Though her time with us was far too short, the love Dionisia gave, the lives she touched, and the beautiful memories she created will live on in her family and friends. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.