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Sandra K. Esquivel November 27, 1959 – April 30, 2023 Sandra K. Esquivel was born in Jourdanton, Texas on November 27, 1959, and passed away on April 30, 2023, at the age of 63. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ben G. and Delia G. Esquivel. Survivors include her loving siblings: Brenda Holmes (Randy), Rhonda Korus (Ed), Ben George Esquivel II (Gloria), and James Roland Esquivel (Sandy). She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews: Brandon Holmes (Diane), Hailey Holmes, Bryan Spangler (Brianna), Brooke Rodriguez (Lukas), Elliott Esquivel, Lauren Esquivel, Tyler Esquivel (Sierra), and Gavin Esquivel. Her great nieces and nephews include Abigail Skarke, Ava Skarke, Kai Huizar, Lena Holmes, Leighann Spangler, Bradley Spangler, Madelyn Spangler, Mason Rodriguez, River Rodriguez, and Hudson Rodriguez. Additionally, she leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. After the passing of her parents, Sandy (also known as Sissy, San, and Tia San) became the core and foundation of the Esquivel family. Ever generous with her time and love, she devoted countless hours to her siblings, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, and extended family, ensuring that the Esquivel family remained strong and united. Amongst her siblings, Sissy was the matriarch, providing unwavering inspiration, support, and friendship. Although Sandy did not have children of her own, she cherished and loved each of her nephews, nieces, grandnephews, and grandnieces as if they were her own. To each of them, Tia San imparted life lessons, sage wisdom, and infinite love. Sandy was the cornerstone of her community. She selflessly gave her time, energy, and devotion to St. Leonard’s Catholic Church, where she had been a member of the choir for over 50 years, starting at the age of 9. Sandy was the director of Liturgy and Choir and helped coordinate the church’s annual Festivals and Fish Frys. Sandy often brought meals to the San Antonio Fire and Police Departments as a way of giving back to her community. She was also a donor and volunteer for the National Kidney Foundation. Sandy had a special interest in dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and was actively involved in helping the geriatrics community of San Antonio. She spent her life putting others before herself. She inspired us with her voice, always singing and creating music, which was one of her most cherished passions. Sandy's passing has left a void in our community, but her voice still resonates within us, and we will continue to sing along with her. Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Leonard’s Catholic Church, followed by a rosary at 10:30 a.m. and the mass at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the BrightFocus Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Sandra's nephew, Brandon Holmes, MD PhD, is actively involved with the BrightFocus Foundation in researching new treatments for this disease (https://www.brightfocus.org/alzheimers/news/new-awards-recognize-distinguished-alzheimers-researchers). Donations can be made at: www.brightfocus.org/SandraEsquivel.

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Sandra Esquivel

November 27, 1959 - April 30, 2023