Megan Marie (Sanderson) Chavez passed away on July 28, 2021. She was born on September 8, 1976, in Greely, Colorado. The daughter of William and Phyllis Sanderson. She married Eloy Chavez May 25, 2000. Megan’s home family life revolved around her husband Eloy and her fur babies, Xena, and Pablo. She was best friends and shared many memories with her sister Tobie.
She was an endlessly creative and resourceful person. Her quilts, crafts, and sewing projects are a testament to her artistic soul. Megan enjoyed supporting her niece Abry and nephew Isaiah their sports, academics, and hobbies.
Survivors include her husband Eloy, her parents William and Phyllis Sanderson, sister Tobie Sanderson, brother Arthur Sanderson, nieces Abry Fuentes, Andrea Sanderson, Samantha Perella, and her nephew Isaiah Fuentes.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents William Sanderson Sr., Anna Sanderson, Ivan Sutter, Alice Sutter, and her brother Alan Sanderson.
We honor Megan by remembering her infectious laugh, grace to others, and perseverance in times of hardship. She was a resilient double kidney transplant, a warrior who fought as long as her body could endure.
In lieu of flower please donate to the Be Like Josh Foundation, a rescue organization for dogs with special needs. www.belikejosh.org
Or Transplant Community Alliance www.aplos.com/aws/give/transplantaz/donate
What a wonderful picture of Megan! That will be how we remember her . . . smiling, laughing, loving, and always an inspiration to everyone. She was a one-of-a-kind and we are so happy just to have been able to call her our friend. One light has gone out on Earth, but now heaven has one more! I know Z’s tail will be wagging because he will be so happy to be with her again! Just know that she lives in so many hearts and she was loved by so many. Please let us know if there is anything you need or anything we can do for you.
Love to each of you!
Bill and Phyllis, I am so sorry for your loss. I didn’t know Megan, but I always remember how Bill used to talk about her and Tobie and how proud you were of both of them. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.
With my deepest condolences,
Suzanne
I had so much love for Megan & am so happy we kept our friendship since we were 8 years old! She was a wonderful person & I am so glad I got to spend time with her when I visited in June.
I remember when Michelle and her would get together, I remember her laugh and that beautiful smile. God has another beautiful angel in heaven. Prayers to Eloy and your whole family. God bless you all.
Prayers to Eloy and your whole family. God bless you all.
This is a wonderful picture of Megan – beautiful young lady with a beautiful soul. Our hearts are breaking for you. Our condolences to all her family and friends. She will be remembered as a strong fighter with a positive attitude and beautiful smile. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Love, Deb and David
Eloy- We were all very saddened to hear of Megan’s passing. She was very lucky to have you in her life to make all those great memories with. Those memories will live on forever.