Michael Robert Saunders

Michael Robert Saunders March 13, 1958 - December 9, 2009 The family of Mike Saunders would like to say goodbye to our beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, and friend. Thank you for sharing your life and love with us as we grew up together as a family. You will now live in our hearts and our memories will last each of us until we meet again. Mike was born March 13th, 1958 and grew up on the family homestead in Mack, CO. During his early years, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially being bossed around by his older sister. He was an outdoors kid, and there was not a day that went by that Mike was not dirty and muddy. Growing up he was an avid fisherman, hunter, and outdoorsman. He loved motorcycling with his parents and siblings. Childhood brought him many happy memories which always included his family. He was especially close to his many cousins, which he cherished them to the end. During high school Mike was on the wrestling team and graduated from Fruita Monument in 1976. During his early adulthood, he began a career in construction and became a skilled craftsman. He enjoyed construction and soon ventured into the oil field industry. He was blessed with the opportunities to travel to Africa, and all over the world. Mike went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, December 9th, 2009. Mike is preceded in death by his grandparents, Ernest and Ruth Hodson, and Roe and Lois Saunders. He is also preceded in death by his aunt Mag Marinelli, cousin Tom Hodson, and grandson, Justin. Mike is survived by his wife Mary Saunders of Grand Junction, CO, 2 adopted daughters, parents Robert (Bob) and Virgina Saunders of Mack, CO., 3 sisters Connie (Chris) Bennetts, of Fruita, Tammy (Jon) Murch of Glade Park, Christina (James) Hancock of Grand Junction. In leui of flowers, donations can be sent to the Catholic Outreach. No services will be performed as per Michael's request.