Bellanira L. Sanchez

Bellanira L. Sanchez, beloved mother, grandmother, and aunt, entered rest on February 12, 2011 at the age of 96. She was born to the late Silviano and Clotilde Lara on December 10, 1914. She was preceded in death by her husband Rey Z. Sanchez and is survived by their children, Yolanda S. Garcia and husband, Dr. Ciro D. Garcia, Ray A. Sanchez, Graciela Lara Sanchez; grandchildren: Ciro Ray Garcia, Jolyn K. Bland, Xavier O. Villalobos, James B. Garcia, Nathan J. Garcia; nine great-grandchildren; niece, Nina L. Scoles; nephews, Sam and Eleazar Lara. Bellanira served in her church for fifty years in missionary service. She was also, a successful Avon sales representative for 41 years. She was an inspiration to her family and will be deeply missed. The family will receive friends at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, February 24, 2011 at Funeraria Del Angel Roy Akers for a 7:00 p.m. Prayer Service. A Chapel Service will held at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m., Friday, February 25, 2011. Reverend Ruben Garcia and Dr. Ciro D. Garcia officiating. Interment will follow at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Betania Baptist Church, 1117 Tillery Street, Austin, TX 78702. Please visit www.funerariadelangelroyakers.com for online tributes.