It is with profound sadness and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Jesus "Joe" Sanchez, who passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, at the age of 89, at Sarah House Hospice Facility in his beloved hometown of Santa Barbara.

As a child, Joe lived on Dos Pueblos Ranch, in Goleta. Joe was the first of 7 siblings; he was the only one born in a hospital. (Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara). Later his family moved to Santa Barbara where he spent his early years and built the foundation of a life attending schools within the Santa Barbara school district, centered around family, hard work, education, and generosity. Joe decided to leave high school and enlisted in the United States Air Force. After returning home from the service he dated, married and became a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Beatrice "Bea" Sanchez, with whom he shared 51 wonderful years of marriage before her passing. Their life together was built on love, family, perseverance, and countless memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew them. A hardworking and dedicated provider, Joe worked several jobs throughout his life to care for his family. Joe owned his own landscaping business and through his determination and perseverance, he went beyond his high school education and eventually earned his Bachelor's Degree. While deeply passionate about landscaping He often worked weekends, holidays, and days off. Joe, wanting to expand his knowledge and become even better at his craft, he took college courses in Horticulture, learning more about plants, trees, and the work he loved. He was always willing to put in the extra effort to provide for the people he loved. In addition to running his landscaping business, he dedicated 25 years of his career to GTE. He started in the Supply Department, & grew professionally into the Sales Department, where he became a Senior Sales consultant in Coin operated telephones. Some of his greatest achievements were recruiting the State & Federal penitentiaries, that then led to recruiting the L.A. & SBar County jails and other large corporations. Joe was instrumental in inmates allowing to make outgoing calls. The program proved highly successful. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Joe will be remembered most for the kindness he showed to others. He was involved with the Sister Cities organization of Santa Barbara and frequently traveled to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico where he participated in charitable efforts. He sponsored orphanages, helped people experiencing homelessness, and generously gave his time and resources to those in need. 

Joe's greatest pride however, was his family .He is survived by his four siblings: Richard Sanchez, Marcy Sanchez Huerta, Margarita Sanchez, and Serene Sanchez Nisperos (Rich Nisperos); his three children, Jess, Liz Grand (Larry Grand), and Kathy; his 12 grandchildren; and his 16 great-grandchildren.

Joe leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, service, generosity, and devotion to family. His life touched many people, from those closest to him to strangers who benefited from his kindness. Though he will be deeply missed, his memory will live on through his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, friends, and all those fortunate enough to have known him.May he rest peacefully, surrounded forever by the love he gave so freely to others.

FOREVER LOVED. FOREVER REMEMBERED. FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS.

Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Pueblo Del Rey Funeral Services in Santa Barbara, CA