February 23, 1960  –  June 10, 2024

Juanita Sanchez, 64, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away Monday, June 10, 2024 at her home, after a courageous battle with cancer. Juanita was born February 23, 1960, in Toledo, Ohio, to Alberto and Consuelo (Lumbreras) Sanchez. Juanita was the family cook, enjoyed spending time with her family, chatting with her friends and will be remembered for being the life of the party and her crazy sense of humor.

Juanita is survived by her son Antonio (Whitney) Sanchez; significant other, Rafael; grandchildren, Marcos, Cierra, Serena, Angelo, Christina, Alayah, Antonio, Gionee, Amere, and Dearie; siblings, Suzanna, Weda, Virginia, Alberto, and Pedro (Nikki); daughter-in-law, Christie Pecina; dear friends, Debbie; along with many nieces, nephews, loving family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Marcos Sanchez Pecina; and siblings, Buckie, Albert, Tom, Linda, Fish, Elida, Blanche, Gloria, and Toni.

The family will receive friends at Eggleston Meinert & Pavley Funeral Home, Oregon Chapel, 440 S. Coy Road, Tuesday, June 18, 2024, from 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Funeral services Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 11:00 am in the funeral home with a luncheon to follow. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the family in the form of donations to the funeral home.