Kelly Merrill Sanco

1961 - 2018

Kelly Merrill Sanco obituary, 1961-2018

BORN

1961

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Sunset Memorial Park & Funeral Home

1701 Austin Highway

San Antonio, Texas

Kelly Sanco Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 22, 2018.

Kelly Merrill Sanco born on October 07, 1961 in San Antonio, Texas was called to be with the Lord, on January 20, 2018 in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 56. She is preceded in death by father Kenneth Edward Dittrich, her step-father Sy Shwiff, her first husband Johnny Merrill, aunt Clo Hill, uncles Woody Hill and Homer Faucheaux and her beloved grandparents. Kelly enjoyed fishing, dove hunting, grilling, and gardening. Kelly loved spending time with her animals and took pleasure in feeding her birds. She was a loving wife, mother and daughter and will be greatly missed. She was survived by her loving husband Paul Sanco, her beloved son Matthew Merrill, her mother Shirley Jean Shwiff, aunt Jane Faucheaux, cousins Denise & Larry Mahan, numerous other relatives and friends. A Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm on Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Sunset Funeral Home, 1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, Texas. . A Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, January 26, 2018 at Shearer Hills Baptist Church, 12615 San Pedro Ave, with Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com

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January 31, 2018

Although no words can really help ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
All our love-- Tami and Kayle

January 29, 2018

Jane Faucheaaux

Matt & Paul words cannot describe what a great mother & wife Kelly was. I am so proud to be her Aunt & a part of your life's. Hoping you'll find some comfort in all the love & memories we share together.GOD BLESS YOU BOTH.
Love
Aunt Jane

January 26, 2018

B J Combest

Jean, Matt and Paul and Jane and Denise,and extended family of Kelly,
My sympathy and prayers continue for you during this difficult time of grief for you. It is my sincere prayer that our Heavenly Father will comfort each of you with sweet, precious, happy memories of Kelly. She was a fighter with such a good spirit and love for you all, which was evident to me when she visited us at Bible study. God

January 26, 2018

Steve and Pete

You were my friend and I can honestly say that my memories of all the laughs we shared will last forever. I love you like family. Matt and Paul, anything you need is a phone call away. We pray daily for you and your family. Godspeed Kelly!

January 25, 2018

Zach & Becky Sanchez

Our deepest condolences to all the family. She will forever be in your hearts. Denise you will always have your guardian angle with you. Forever in peace.

January 25, 2018

deb hickman

Mom and I continue our prayers for Kelly's family. She was a fighter, and God does need Warriors in Heaven.

January 24, 2018

Lucy Terrell

Paul and Matt, I hold you and Kelly's family close in my heart and will keep all of you in my prayers and thoughts. Always know that we are here for you!

January 24, 2018

Joy Simpson

Praying that God's peace, presence and love will surround each of you, Kelly's beloved family. Although I knew her only briefly, when she visited us at our Bible study at her mom's & Aunt Jane's, it was easy to see Kelly was a woman who loved life & her family fiercely. What a treasure of beautiful heart memories she has given you all! Hugs & prayers for God to hold you close.

January 24, 2018

Rick Rilla Beaudin

Paul and Matt, May our God hold you both in the palm of His hand and pour His loving kindness upon you as you walk this journey in life. May He fill you with peace, joy and assurance that one day we will all gather together once again to praise His name and fellowship on Holy grounds. We will forever pray for you both. We pray for the kind of strength, courage, and determination that Kelly so joyfully displayed. May you live as Kelly did and would want you to with a Joyful, caring, love filled attitude, displaying the Love that Christ has for all. We love you! Rick and Rilla

January 24, 2018

Rick and Rilla Beaudin

Paul and Matt, May our God hold you both in the palm of His hand and pour His loving kindness upon you as you walk this journey in life and may He fill you with peace, joy and assurance that one day we will all gather together once again to praise his name and fellowship on Holy grounds. We will forever pray for you both. we pray for the kind of strength, courage and determination that Kelly so joyfully displayed. May you live as Kelly did and would want you to...with a Joyful, caring, love filled attitude, displaying the love that Christ has for all. We love you! Rick and Rilla

January 24, 2018

Casey Barthel

My prayers are with Paul, Matt and the rest of the family.

January 24, 2018

Wyatt,Virginia Mayes

Kelly
what a sweet lady in our life.
she was so important to Wyatt and myself thru the years.
Kelly will truly be missed.
I feel so Blessed to have you in my life
now in Heaven looking down on us

January 24, 2018

Debbie Eichstadt

Kelly though the years and miles came between us, I will always treasure all the memories we had growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they grieve their loss. Aunt Jean - much love and hugs.

January 24, 2018

Santos Saucedo

Your friendship was a blessing, I will treasure my memories of you and you will be truly missed. Keeping your family in our prayers during this difficult time.

January 23, 2018

Sarah a Bennett

Matt and sweet loving Family .May the angels of heaven surround each of you during this very difficult time. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
We know you will be spending a lot of time fishing in the lakes and seas of heaven, You will be missed
You will remain in our hearts forever
May the Lord embrace your family with comfort and strength during this difficult time. As each tear drop falls, a gently rises to the heavens. Kelly you will be missed every day Matt and along with the family you all will be in-our prayers for comfort and peace. Kelly will be missed by everyone that knew her. And loved her so much . Send Much Love to you may and family xoxo love SARAH Bret Savannah April Bennet and Family

January 23, 2018

Sarah BENNETT

Matt and sweet loving Family .May the angels of heaven surround each of you during this very difficult time. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
We know you will be spending a lot of time fishing in the lakes and seas of heaven, You will be missed
You will remain in our hearts forever
May the Lord embrace your family with comfort and strength during this difficult time. As each tear drop falls, a gently rises to the heavens. Kelly you will be missed every day Matt and along with the family you all will be in-our prayers for comfort and peace. Kelly will be missed by everyone that knew her. And loved her so much . Send Much Love to you may and family xoxo love SARAH Bret Savannah April Bennet and Family

January 23, 2018

Doug & JoAnna Panther

May the angels of heaven surround each of you during this very difficult time. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

January 23, 2018

Julie Bravi

Kelly was loved by SO many people at work. I knew her professionally for more than twenty years. She worked hard and played hard too! She loved her family more than anything and Matt was always the center of her world. We are praying for Matt and for Paul and for Kelly's Mom too. We will all miss you Kelly. I miss your laugh. Rest In Peace now with the Lord.

January 23, 2018

Paul you and Matt along with the family will be in my prayers for comfort and peace. Kelly will be missed by everyone that knew her. Much Love, Denise Hunter (Steve's Cousin)

January 23, 2018

Monica Huron

I pray that the Lord be with your family during this time and provide strength.

January 23, 2018

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Juliane White

May the Lord embrace your family with comfort and strength during this difficult time. As each tear drop falls, a resonating note of love gently rises to the heavens. Kelly my dear, you will be missed.

January 23, 2018

Dwayne Anderson

I know you will be spending a lot of time fishing in the lakes and seas of heaven, perhaps along side Peter, Andrew, James, & John. You will be missed.

January 23, 2018

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January 22, 2018

Wyatt and Virginia Mayes

You will remain in our hearts forever
God Bless Matthew

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Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Sunset Memorial Park & Funeral Home

1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX 78218

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Funeral Mass

1:00 p.m.

Shearer Hills Baptist Church

12615 San Pedro Ave, TX

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1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX 78218

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