Rodolfo Sanches, Jr.

Rodolfo “Rudy” Sanches, Jr. went to be with his Lord on Monday, March 10, 2025, in Avon Park, Florida. Rudy was born on February 27, 1946, in Mercedes, Texas, to his loving parents Rodolfo and Elbira Sanchez. Rudy spent 28 years serving his country with honor and distinction in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service, Rudy moved to Avon Park, Florida where he built a life filled with love, laughter, and adventure. His family was his greatest joy, and he took immense pride in watching them grow and thrive.

Rudy is preceded in passing by his late wife; Carol Sanches, parents; Rodolfo and Elbira Sanchez, and brother; David Sanchez.

He is survived by his companion; Debbie Wilson, children; Alli Sanchez, Rudy (Monica) Sanchez, Cindy (Kenny) McLeod, Ronnie (Cindy) Butler, Jr., Kurt (Jackie) Butler, Tina Butler (Fred Barker), Sonya (Tony) Stoner, sister: Maria Sanchez (Janine Ward), grandchildren; Rudy (Amanda) Sanchez, Alyssa Sanches (Austin Trummel), Rudy Sanchez the 5th, and many extended members of the family. His love, guidance, and legacy will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025, at Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home, Sebring Chapel. Family will begin welcoming friends at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens.

The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Marine Corps League or the Disabled Veterans Organization.

Rudy touched the lives of many and will be dearly missed.

Services Entrusted to:
Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home
Online condolences can me made at:
stephensonnelsonfh.com