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EVERETT SAUNDERS Obituary
Everett Jenks Saunders, 83, of Lynchburg went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, at his residence. Born in Glasgow, on April 22, 1927, he was a son of the late George Coleman (Dude) Saunders and Emma Lelia Hogan Saunders and was the husband of Susan D. Saunders.
Mr. Saunders served his country in the U.S. Army during WW II. He was a charter member of Lakewood Baptist Church. Mr. Saunders taught Sunday School for 62 years. He retired from Adams Motor Company and Lynchburg Block.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Brenda S. Martin and her husband, Bill, of Lynchburg. A step-son, Michael Hopchak and his wife Kim, of Evington. A step-daughter, Jacqueline Nixon and her husband, Scott. Three step grandsons, Dylan, Dakota and Drake all of Amherst. A sister, Gertrude S. Cash and her husband, Melvin. A nephew, David Cash and a niece, Carol Burks. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mildred A. Saunders. A brother, Lee Roy Saunders and two sisters, Edith S. Martin and Isabella S. Mays.
A Celebration of Everett's Life and Faith will be held Monday, Dec. 5, 2010, at Diuguid Waterlick Chapel with Stephen Walker and Dr. Robert DeLong officiating. Interment will follow in Virginia Memorial Park with military honors provided by American Legion Post 16.
The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 PM Sunday, Dec. 4, 2010, at the funeral home.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center, 1915 Thomson Dr. Lynchburg, Va. 24502, The Frontier Ministries, 560 Wildwood Dr. Lynchburg, Va. 24502 or to Gideon's International, P.O. Box 4723, Lynchburg, Va. 24502.
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Memories and Condolences
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Scott Reguin
December 7, 2010
Everett, I have had the honor of flying with you and I miss it deeply. Rest In Pease my friend.
Jewell Lewis
December 5, 2010
Brenda and Bill,
I was sorry to read of Everett's death. I enjoyed working with Everett and both of you at
Adams Motor Co.
You are in my thoughts and prayers,
carol hopchak
December 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Ed and Carol Hopchak
December 5, 2010
We express our sincere condolences to your family. Please know that we admired and respected Everett in every way. Ed and Carol Hopchak.
EVERETTE MASON
December 5, 2010
MANY MECHANICS AT ADAMS ADDRESSED EVERETT "POP SAUNDERS" RESPECTING HIS SPIRITUAL MENTORING STYLE OF SUPERVISION, A GIFT OF CHRIST
December 5, 2010
My prayers are with you and your family.
December 5, 2010
Susan, i did know all about Everetts sickness. so sorry. You know i love you and the joy he brought to you. thinking of you. priscilla and family.
December 4, 2010
Susan,
A dear friend has changed his address in the Body of Christ.
May he rest in peace, and may light perpetual shine upon him. And may the Lord comfort you in your time of grief.
Fr. Alban (Robert) Waggener
Bob and Janice DeLong
December 4, 2010
Dear SSS,
You and dear BE have been a vital part of our lives for thirten years. What great times we had together! Although BE is sadly missed, we rejoice in his perfect healing and the wonders he is surely experiencing now. You remain as our sister and we hold you close to our hearts.
Our prayers continue with you and all the family during these difficult days.
Love and blessings,
BB and SSJ
Carolyn Plyter
December 4, 2010
You and your family are in my prayers. I am very sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort and peace as you go through this season in your life. I love you.
Lance and Carolyn Plyter
December 4, 2010
Susan
We are so sorry for your loss.
Know that our prayers are with you and your family.
We enjoyed so much being a part of his Sunday School class.
Everett will be greatly missed.
God bless
Claude and Peaches
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