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Arthur Sanders

Arthur Sanders

Arthur J. Sanders, 76, of Marissa, IL; born on January 7, 1942 in Bicknell, IN; passed away on Friday, January 4, 2019 at his home.

Mr. Sanders was a coal miner.  He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America and the NRA.

He was preceded in death by his parents – Arthur and Laura, nee Swan, Sanders.  Four sisters and two brothers.

He is survived by his wife – Deborah, nee Bovenschen, Sanders whom he married on January 15, 1971 in Bicknell, IN.  His children – James (Lisha) Sanders of Vandalia, IL; Tracey Sabo of Evansville, IN.  His grandchildren – Elle Beth Sanders; Carly Sanders; Aurelia Sanders; David Sabo; Lily Sabo.  His great-grandson – Maddox Wilhoit.

Condolences to the family may be expressed online at www.heilschuessler.com.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Visitation: Friends may call at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL on Monday, January 7, 2018 from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

Funeral: Services will be held at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL on Monday, January 7, 2018 at 1:00pm.

Burial: Interment and committal services will be held at Bicknell Memorial Cemetery in Bicknell, IN on Tuesday, January 8, 2018 at 11:00am. EST

Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL is in charge of arrangements.

 

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  1. Jean Lilley, Christy Hagene, Melissa Boecklen, and Jeremiah Lilley says:

    Sorry for your loss!! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!

  2. Sara Carroll says:

    Debby,James,Tracey, So sorry for the loss of Art. Sure was a great friend and Rick and I sure well miss him. Lots of great memories with Art and Debby. We love you all and here for you guys anytime you need us.

  3. Louise Auer says:

    I am sorry for your loss. I am a cousin to Arthur. My mother Mary Swan Hopper was sister to Aunt Laura May. I only remember Arthur as a child.
    Peace be with you and yours.

    Mary Louise Osborn Auer

  4. Judith Wampler says:

    So sorry for your loss Debbie. Remembering you in prayer.

  5. Maurice says:

    Debby, So sorry for your loss of Art.
    My sympathy goes to you and your family.
    God Bless you all.

  6. Toni Thomas Stanford says:

    Debby,my deepest condolences to you and your family in the loss of your beloved Art. Your posts on Facebook throughout the years reflected a relationship of deep respect and love.

  7. Darlene Bement says:

    Debby, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Darlene Meier Bement

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  1. Debby, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. Darlene Meier Bement

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  2. Debby,my deepest condolences to you and your family in the loss of your beloved Art. Your posts on Facebook throughout the years reflected a relationship of deep respect and love.

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  3. Debby, So sorry for your loss of Art.
    My sympathy goes to you and your family.
    God Bless you all.

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  4. So sorry for your loss Debbie. Remembering you in prayer.

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  5. I am sorry for your loss. I am a cousin to Arthur. My mother Mary Swan Hopper was sister to Aunt Laura May. I only remember Arthur as a child.
    Peace be with you and yours.

    Mary Louise Osborn Auer

    Reply
  6. Debby,James,Tracey, So sorry for the loss of Art. Sure was a great friend and Rick and I sure well miss him. Lots of great memories with Art and Debby. We love you all and here for you guys anytime you need us.

    Reply
  7. Sorry for your loss!! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!

    Reply

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