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Sam Gander Obituary
Mt. Vernon, IN
Samuel Alfred Gander, 70, of Mt. Vernon, passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at the Deaconess Hospice Care Center. He was born on April 26, 1941 in Evansville, IN to Sam and Arlevia (France) Gander.
Sam had perfect attendance for 11 years of school missing only for an accident that broke his leg when hit by a car at the age of 6. He was a 1959 graduate of MVHS. Sam was a member of the Mt. Vernon M Club and their Hall of Fame. He lettered in football, basketball, and baseball. Sam was a member of the 1958 MVHS basketball team that lost to Central by one point in the Evansville Sectional Finals (on a bad call). He remained a lifelong friend of his coach, Jim Solomon. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Sam retired from GE Plastics in 2001 where he worked as a Technician for over 39 years. He served in the Indiana National Guard. Sam enjoyed bowling and was an avid golfer, making his 1st hole in one at Breckinridge in 2010.
Sam was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ralph Gander; and his sister, Jean Lilly.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Betty (Lurker) Gander of Mt. Vernon; son, Bart Gander (Tena) of Evansville; grandson, Slade Gander; and a special grand dog, Bella Gander; sisters, Evelyn Rabe (Fritz), and Mary Jean Prevo, all of Evansville; Judy Benner (Glenn) of West Chicago, IL; several nieces; nephews; and cousins;
Services will be at 10:00 am Monday, July 25, 2011 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mt. Vernon with Rev. Tim Ahlemeyer officiating and burial to follow in Alexander Memorial Park Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm Sunday, July 24, 2011 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First UMC, the Mt. Vernon M Club or Deaconess Hospice Care.
Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sam Gander
Debbie
July 21, 2025
I will always remember my Uncle Sam
Betty Carney Fisher
July 28, 2011
Bart & Tena, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
July 24, 2011
Aunt Batty I'm not very good with the computor I think my mess. was wrote wrong. But has you know Uncle Sam will always be remember and in my heart, So happy to have visited in May, debbie
July 24, 2011
Betty, I'm sorry to read of Sam's passing. I recall John
speaking very highly of both of you, and we always
enjoyed the MVHS class reunions with you. Please know
I am holding you and your family close to my heart in
love & prayers at this time.
Jane Schroeder
July 23, 2011
Betty and Sons; So sorry to hear about Sam. As you know, we worked together many years at GE. He was a good man. Our prayers are with you and the boys. Bob/Judy Alldredge-Madisonville, Ky
July 23, 2011
Dear Betty, So sorry to hear about Sam. You were blessed with many years together but I know it wasn't long enough. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marla Adams (Mundelein, IL)
Paula Hart
July 23, 2011
Dear Betty and Family, I am so sorry for Sam's passing. I prayed for more time. But, does one really Know. It was a delight to be out at the center with your family. I met more of you everyday. Betty, I pray for your peace in the loss of Sam. And I pray for the Scientist to keep this on the priority list, to find a cure for Mine and Sam's disease. Im here if you ever want to talk. Allison and her Mom Kathy are such great people. And me coming out and seeing all of you, has brought Allison and I so close. Im blessed for this. May the blessings of God be all around you through this difficult time. Your Friend, Paula Hart, Radiation Lab....
Gil & Barb Stock
July 23, 2011
Betty and Bart and family we are so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. We are out of town, we will keep you in our prayers.
Brenda Walton
July 23, 2011
Betty and Bart: Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of Sam and our work at G.E. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Mike and Brenda Walton
John Willis
July 23, 2011
Betty, Bart & Slade, Sorry to hear about Sam' I didn't know he was as this sick. He was and is a great person. You all have my deepest sympathy. John
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