Michael Gene Sandefur

Michael Gene Sandefur obituary, Evansville, IN

Michael Gene Sandefur

Michael Sandefur Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Browning Funeral Home - Evansville on Jan. 20, 2026.
Michael Gene Sandefur, 72, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital.

Michael was born in Evansville, Indiana on September 8, 1953, to the late John and Margie (Hawkins) Sandefur. He earned a business degree from University of Evansville. Michael retired from T.J. Maxx where he worked as a forklift driver for over 20 years. He attended Gethsemane Church. Michael enjoyed reading and watching movies. He will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.

Michael is survived by his sister-in-law, Sandy Sandefur and nephews, Brian Sandefur (Karen) and Jeff Sandefur.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents and brother, James Sandefur.

No services will be held at Browning Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Vanderburgh Humane Society, PO Box 6711, Evansville, IN 47719-6711.

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