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Robert SANDERS Obituary
WINCHESTER, IL - Robert A. "Bob" Sanders, Jr., 48, passed away early Wednesday morning at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
He was born September 2, 1967, in Jerseyville the son of the late Robert Allen Sanders, Sr., and Patricia Ann Jackson Owings. He married Peggy Ann Welsh.
Bob graduated from Winchester High School, Lincoln Land and UIS with his Bachelors degree in Mathematics and a teaching endorsement. He received his Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from American College of Education. Bob taught math in Taylorville, Winchester and Jacksonville.
He coached boys and girls track, basketball and was assistant football in Winchester.
He was currently Principal at AC Central Middle and High School. He was a member of St. Mark's Church in Winchester. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Illinois Principals Association.
Surviving is his wife Peggy at home; daughters, Mandy (Brian) Friedrich of Havana and Laura (Michael) Williams of Jacksonville; brother, Mike Sanders of Jacksonville; grandsons, Devon Williams and Bryce Friedrich; and grandfather, Glen Jackson of Jerseyville.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Monday, October 12, 2015, at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Winchester. Burial will be in St. Mark's Cemetery. Visitation will be 2:30 until 5 p.m., Sunday, at the Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester.
A Rosary service will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Children's Hospital or St. Jude's Children Hospital.
The Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester is in charge of the arrangements.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.airsman-hires.com.
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David McHenry
October 13, 2015
Prayers for the family - worked with him at A/C - wonderful Christian Witness
Barbara Bryant
October 12, 2015
Peggy,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Bob will be missed not just at church, but a good neighbor. He always had a kind word and a smile as he passed by while walking the dog.
My Deepest Symaphy.
Barb Bryant
The Kilvers Brad, Carol, & girls
October 12, 2015
Peggy and Mandy,
Peace to you and yours through this difficult transition. May family, friends, and memories fill the space between today and the peace that passes all understanding.
wilson Eldred
October 12, 2015
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a big help to me when I was coaching my first year of track at NG. He showed true sportsmanship supporting all athletes no matter which team they were on. God must need him up yonder to take him so soon. We were blessed to have made his acquaintance.
Lyndsea Reichert
October 11, 2015
Mr Sanders was truly an inspiration in my choices I chose my senior year (2010 - JHS) he also wrote my letter of recommendation for college. He could always put a smile on my face. He always called me and my best friend "double trouble" and boy, was he so right. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to the Sanders family.
Todd and Ellie Lawrence
October 11, 2015
Peace be with you Bob. We extend our condolences and sympathy to the entire Sanders family.
Chris O'Donnell
October 10, 2015
Peggy and Family, so sorry for your loss of this fine man. I always enjoyed his company after church and at events. May you receive comfort during this difficult time.
Sam and Jonna Herring
October 9, 2015
Out deepest sympathy. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
October 9, 2015
Mrs. Sanders and Family:
We are Hoaby Hoagland's grandparents. Hoaby was greatly influenced by Mr. Sanders. He loved sharing with Hoaby his video of his grandson playing the guitar. He was taken from all of us way too soon. He leaves a legacy of which you can be very proud. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John & Linda Wallbaum
Jacksonville, IL
Christy White
October 9, 2015
Mandy, You are in my thoughts and prayers through this most difficult time. May you find comfort and peace with the memories you hold dear to your heart.
Lynn Payne
October 9, 2015
Sorry to hear about Bob. I really Lenjoyed working with him at JHS. He was a great coach and a really great guy.
Carolyn Schofield
October 9, 2015
For a great teacher, coach, and all around great guy! Will be missed by all!
Elaine (Smith) McCabe
October 9, 2015
Peggy, I am so sorry about the loss of your beloved husband. Bob was always so kind and friendly when I saw him at Mass at St. Mark's. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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