Angelo Sanchez

Angelo Sanchez, 72, of Beaumont, died Monday, December 1, 2025. He was born on May 12, 1953, in New York, New York to Carmen Maria Pagan and Angelo Sanchez, Sr.

Angelo was a sweet, gentle, unpretentious man, evident in his love of animals and art. Every stray dog and cat found his house. He kept them fed and warm and healthy. He even administered CPR to a hamster.

Angelo received a degree in law enforcement from Lamar University. His experience with the military and law enforcement fed his respect for firearms, an interest that he shared with several family members.

He had a passion for martial arts and received his black belt in Aikido.

Angelo found his center in his artwork. During his final days, he experienced peace and joy in drawing and studying art books and videos to improve his talent.

He was a TV and movie fanatic. Sci-fi, Japanese Anime, and thrillers gave him hours of pleasure.

Some are blessed with a calming energy, and Angelo was one of those people. He did not raise his voice; he did not lose his temper. In the midst of chaos and confusion, he remained grounded. Even in sickness, he fought with quiet resolve.

Angelo was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

Survivors include his wife, Rosalind Sanchez; stepfather, Angel Luiz Rolon; stepchildren, Theresa “Terri” Swanner; Dina Williams; Thomas “Tommy” Showers and his wife, Amy; and Rhonda Smart and her husband, Gene; grandchildren, Libby Swanner, Doug Swanner, Jason Mike Williams, Chris Nunez, Megan Nunez and her wife, Sammi, Johnny Thomas, Amber Henderson, Reece Showers, Genna Smart, and Leah Smart; many great-grandchildren; siblings, Eli Sanchez and his wife, Lynne; Rachel Jimenez and her husband, Gamalier; and Abraham Rolon and his wife, Flor Maria; and nieces and nephews, Angela Sanchez, Eric Sanchez, Aimee Jimenez Harper and her husband, Michael; Kamalie Marie Espinosa, Amanda Camille Rolon, and Gabriel Luiz Rolon.

Angelo is preceded in death by his parents and stepdaughter, Kimberly Ann Hynes.

The family would like to especially give thanks to Dr. Patabandla at Texas Oncology; and Ashley, Stacy, and the staff at Gentiva Hospice for the special care they gave him.

Memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society of Southeast Texas, 2050 Spindletop Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77705 or an organization of one’s choice.

A gathering of Mr. Sanchez’s family and friends will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 5, 2025, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont, with interment to follow at Haven of Rest, Beaumont.