Marvin Ellsworth Sanders Jr.

Marvin Ellsworth Sanders Jr. obituary, Rockford, IL

Marvin Ellsworth Sanders Jr.

Marvin Sanders Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Christenson Funeral Home & Crematory - Rockford on Sep. 22, 2022.

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MACHESNEY PARK – Marvin "Butch" Ellsworth Sanders Jr., age 67, of Machesney Park passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family Sunday September 18, 2022. Born in Sparta, WI on August 2, 1955 to Marvin Ellsworth & Virginia Darlene Sanders Sr. (Williams). An avid fisherman, Butch worked as Lead Man for many years at Liebovich Steel. Beloved husband, father, son, grandfather, brother and dear friend; he will remain forever in our hearts.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Diane Sanders (Johnson); children, Brandon (Kathi) Sanders of Janesville, WI, Bobbie (Amy) Cambridge of Rockford, IL, Mike (Lisa) Cambridge of Machesney Park, IL and Natasha (Clay) Coplan of Machesney Park; grandchildren, Tyler Cambridge, Zoey Cambridge and Alissa, Gloria, Nylah & Gibson Coplan; mother, Virginia Sanders; siblings, Bruce (Cindy) Sanders of Machesney Park, IL, Cheryl Vesta of Machesney Park, IL, Scott Sanders of Machesney Park, IL and Gerald Sanders of Rockford, IL. He is predeceased by his father, Marvin Ellsworth Sanders Sr.; daughter, Kimberly Sanders; and nephews, Nathan & Bruce Sanders.
Celebration of Life Memorial held Sunday November 13, 2022 from 12pm -4pm at the Venetian Club, 2180 Elmwood Rd, Rockford, IL 61103. Cremation rites accorded. Christenson Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Memorials to the family.
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September 27, 2022

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Richard and Christina Fairchild

September 27, 2022

Cheryl, Scott and Virginia, Our deepest Sympathies to the family. Marvin was a good friend and will be missed by many. I will miss his smile at our weekly Tuesday Class of 74 gatherings. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Karla wrage

September 25, 2022

It was so nice to reconnect with him at the donut tuesday.His quick wit was always funny. Bless you marvin

Cheryl

September 25, 2022

My 1st friend and protector, life long best buddy I will miss our adventures and your love. You were always there to help anyone in need

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