Jimi Lynn

Sanchez

Jimi Lynn Sanchez, age 33, of Durango, Colorado, passed away on October 26, 2026.

Jimi Lynn fought a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Born on December 10, 1992, in Durango, Colorado, Jimi had a life full of trips with her family, gardening, fishing, horseback riding, and taking care of her dogs and other animals. She attended Pueblo Community College in Alamosa, Colorado, where she earned a diploma in massage therapy. She later enrolled at a beauty college in Farmington, New Mexico, where she became a certified hairdresser. She wanted to open her own business using what she learned from her education. Unfortunately, her MS prevented her from fulfilling her career goals. Yet, she continued to make her life as full as possible. Her family took her on many fun trips, camping excursions, and to concerts, and they enjoyed just hanging out at the VFW or American Legion with close friends. One of her favorite places was Middle Mountain by Vallecito Lake. Jimi Lynn and her sister, Micah, also enjoyed cooking and baking and took their goodies to family, neighbors, and friends. In her last years, her dad did everything possible to get her to the best doctors to help her with her MS.

Jimi Lynn was loved by her parents, Jimmy Sanchez and the late Becky Sanchez. She is survived by her father and her sister, Micah. Other family members whom Jimi Lynn loved include Aunt Rose and Uncle John Raimondi, Aunt Gayle Eichthaler, Uncle Dan and Aunt Sheri Figgs, and cousins Berna Rangel and David Atencio, Debbra and Roger Herrera, Steve and Karen Eichthaler, Scott Eichthaler, Ellie and Ben Ortiz, Royce and Miranda Rangel, Jessi Rangel, Reece Rangel, Janet Rhodes, and Danny Rhodes. We also include all extended family members of those mentioned.

Predeceased family members include her mother, Becky Sanchez; grandparents Don and Virginia Mertz and Grandpa Bob Rochford; godparents Aunt Lucy and Uncle Red; Uncle Dan Rhodes; and cousins.

A Celebration of Life for Jimi Lynn will be held at Durango Cowboy Church on November 21 at 11:00 a.m. A gathering will occur after the service at the same location. There will be a potluck after the service. The meat has been provided; please bring a side dish and/or dessert. Family and friends are invited to share stories honoring Jimi Lynn, as she brought so much bright light to this world.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Jimi Lynn to any dog shelter, the Durango VFW, the American Legion, or any charity of your choice.