Joseph M. Sanchez

March 4, 1939 — May 20, 2021 (age 82)

NEW CASTLE — Joseph M. Sanchez, 82, passed away Thursday morning (May 20) in his residence.

Mr. Sanchez was born March 4, 1939 in Greensburg, Pa., a son of Joseph T. Sanchez.

As a young child, his family relocated to Youngstown where he attended Ursuline High School.

For many years, Joe was employed by the Erie Lackawanna Railroad, which later became Conrail Railroad (CSX), retiring in 1982.

Joe was a member of the Holy Spirit Parish of New Castle-St. Mary's Church.

An avid bowler, he participated in several bowling leagues in Youngstown.

Joe coached youth football and baseball for the North Hill Redskins for several years.

A family man, he loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

His wife of 46 years, Margaret "Mary" (Eagan) Sanchez, whom he married Oct. 6, 1962, preceded him in death Oct. 7, 2008.

He is survived by a daughter, Cheryl (Russell) Relic of New Castle; a son, John (Diane) Sanchez, of Mahoningtown; grandchildren Russell (Raina) Relic, Jr., Roxsanne Relic, Raelynn (Eric) Young and Blake Houk; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Joe was preceded in death by his father.

Calling hours will be held Monday (May 24) from noon to 2 p.m. in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 111 W. Falls St., New Castle. A funeral service follow at 2 p.m., with Rev. Joseph McCaffrey officiating.

This story was originally published May 22, 2021 at 3:35 PM with the headline "Joseph M. Sanchez."