Jose Antonio Sandoval

Jose Antonio Sandoval, 58, of Hatch, New Mexico, passed away on March 7, 2026. Born on November 23, 1967, in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, he was the son of Ernestina Banuelos and Agapito Sandoval, who preceded him in death.

Jose spent his life working in labor in the Hatch area, earning a reputation as a hardworking man who devoted himself to providing for his family. A devoted Roman Catholic, his faith remained an important part of his life. He will be remembered for his kindness, his humorous personality, and his readiness to help anyone in need.

He is survived by his loving wife, Gloria Sandoval; their four children, Gloria Elena Sandoval, Luis Ivan Sandoval (Selena), Nataly Sandoval, and Judith Sandoval; his sisters, Yolanda Sandoval and Maria Elena Sandoval; numerous nieces and nephews; and many members of the Valero and Banuelos families. Jose was a proud grandfather to Emily, Jonathan, Amalia, Anahi, Alan, Isaac, Jiovanni, Alexia, and Roman. He was preceded in death by his beloved granddaughter, Fatima, and is also remembered by his pet, Pitufo.