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John E. Sanders

1944 - 2016

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1944

DIED

2016

John Sanders Obituary

John Edwin Sanders passed away peacefully on February 16, 2016 in Centennial after a brief illness. He was born on March 21, 1944 in Oregon, Illinois to Jeanne E. (White) and Edwin G. Sanders. He is survived by Sharon, his wife of 45 years; daughters Jonna and Rebecca, their spouses and three grandchildren; his sister Laura Sanders, and a large extended family. John was a graduate of the University of Illinois, where he studied Agricultural Science. He was employed by Robinson Dairy for 21 years. A Memorial Service is scheduled for Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Philip and St. James Episcopal Church, 2797 S. Lowell Blvd, Denver, CO 80236. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

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Published by Denver Post on Feb. 20, 2016.

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With deepest sympathy to the Sanders family during your time of grief. God is for you a refuge and strength. A help that is there to be found during difficult times. May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

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