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Chris Sanders Obituary
Roebuck, S.C. - Christopher Scott (Sandman) Sanders, 55, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2019.
Born in Gaffney, he was the son of Regina Hayes of Roebuck and Ted Houston Sanders of Mauldin. He was a graduate of Gaffney High School and a former Railroad Engineer and cabinet maker.
He was also a mason, enjoyed riding motorcycles, was one of the founding members of Brotherhood of Bikers and enjoyed life to the fullest. Mr. Sanders was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints of Gaffney.
In addition to his parents, also surviving are a son, Toby Sanders of Roebuck; a daughter, Alexandria Sanders of Roebuck; four brothers, Brian Sanders and fiance', Angie Cobb of Gaffney, Adam Sanders and wife, Julie of King George, VA, Mike Sanders and wife, Jill of Moore and Ted Sanders II and wife, Jenny of Greenville; a granddaughter, Skylan Sanders; and a special brother, Cliff Herrin and wife, Sherry of Gaffney.
The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Blakely Funeral Home. A memorial service will immediately follow at 2 p.m. in the Blakely Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Shriners Hospital, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC, 29605.
The family will be at their respective homes.
An online guest register is available at www.blakelyfuneralhome.com
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Helen & Deborah McCluney
March 23, 2019
I'm sorry that we can't be there but you are in our thoughts and prayers. We'll see you soon. Always, know that we love you.
Mary & Marty Swaney/Martin
March 23, 2019
Thank you for being a great second dad to my daughter, Brea. She & Alex have been best friends for years & Brea loved you. Thank you for taking her on your family beach trips. She will remember that for the rest of her life. You meant so much to Brea. You will be missed. Rest in peace...
Eric Brown
March 18, 2019
Chris worked with me. One of the best people I ever worked with. When he started treatment he was worried about us needing him. That was the kind of man he was, always concerned about those around him. He worked with me years ago. He only left to go to the railroad. When he came back in 2018 we laughed and said we would ride our bikes off into the sunset together this time. My condolences to his family. He will be missed as a coworker and a great friend to us!
Eric Brown
Doors Galore Inc.
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