Photo courtesy of Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory - Ballwin
Ballwin, Missouri
Sep 3, 1943 – Feb 23, 2023
It is with great sorrow that we announce after a long and incredible journey, the passing of John (Jack) Frederick Sanders, age 79. He joined his parents, Donald and Pat Sanders, in heaven on February 23, 2023. He passed away surrounded with love from his wife and daughters.
Jack was born on September 3, 1943. He graduated Southwest High School in 1961 after building a great group of friends and meeting his future wife, Jane (Matula).
Jack had a strong and solid work ethic. He began his professional journey at Churchhill Trucklines. He joined the Army Reserves. Then spent the majority of his career with Sunline Brands, later Nestle; where he retired.
That didn't stop Jack. He continued to work at various jobs, eventually sticking with Sam's Club until 2021.
Jack is survived by his wife of 55 years Jane, children Kelly (Richard) Kreigshauser, Michelle Flanagan, Kim Sanders, Kris (Megan) Sanders. He was a wonderful grandfather to Samantha (Brian), Jack, Brady, Bailey, Laney, and Cole. He even got the chance to be a great-grandfather to Brooks.
Jack was an amazing family man and a friend to many. People loved chatting with him at Sam's. He loved to fish, get hooked on a new TV series with his wife, and would spend hours looking at his son's photography.
He was proud of his family and would talk to just anyone about them. Nobody could tell a story like him. A talk with him could make a hard day or decision seem easy. He will be greatly missed.
Services: Memorial visitation at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until time of the memorial service at 7:00 p.m. Interment private. Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.
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So many memories of Jack at Skyline! He was tough as nails but saved me many times from disaster with some of my crazy Marketing schemes. He was amazing in management of vendors and making sure our plant was always running and customer needs were met. Appreciated his wisdom as a Father of girls. And we both married beautiful Janes! May the memories of laughter and love support the Family!
Jon Althoff
August 28, 2025 | Plymouth, MN | Coworker
Thinking of you. May he rest in peace
So many fabulous memories.! Xox
Christy & Michael Dolan
March 06, 2023 | Ballwin, MO | Friend
Jane and Family, so sorry to hear of Jack´s passing. I had the honor of working with Jack at Water Street. He made many of my marketing dreams come true with amazing packaging support. A great sense of humor, too! Faith, Family and memories will see you through. ~ Jon A.
Jon Althoff
March 04, 2023 | Work
Jane, so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Big hugs to you also.
Aaron Black
March 02, 2023 | St. Louis, MO | Coworker
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Peggy Van Landeghem
March 01, 2023 | Imperial, MO | Coworker
He sounds like a wonderful man. Clearly Kelly has inherited many of his gifs. Wishing the whole family peace and healing.
Rita Mcelhany
March 01, 2023 | Webster Groves, MO | Friend
Jane and Family, Please accept our deepest condolences to you over the loss of Jack. May the special memories you made together help you through this difficult time.
Mimi Angarita and Family
February 28, 2023 | Herculaneum, MO | Family
Jane I am so very sorry for this very great loss. Our prayers are with you
Sherri Dunsing
February 26, 2023 | Work
Jane, so sorry to hear of Jack´s passing. My sympathy with you and your family. Wanda Esselman
Wanda Esselman
February 26, 2023
