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Mitchell Sanders Obituary
February 4, 2024
Mitchell S. Sanders passed away on Sunday, February 4th, 2024, at the age of 70, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Born December 10, 1953, in the Bronx, NY to Kalman and Phylis Sanders. Mitchell moved to Far Rockaway, Queens, NY, where he excelled in sports. He earned All-America honors as quarterback, where he led his Far Rockaway High School to a city championship in 1971. After high school Mitchell went on the play football at the University of Bridgeport, where he continued his winning ways, and led the Purple Knights to the longest undefeated streak in the nation at the time. Mitchell was once married and has three children whom he loved more than anything. He worked in the insurance industry for over 30 years, and loved what he did. Mitchell was also an avid runner, and triathlete, who completed countless marathons, as well as an Iron Man. Above all, Mitchell was best known for his love for friends and family. He was the kind of person who would give you the shirt off his back. His love for life was contagious, and he will be missed very much. Mitchell is survived by his three children, Eric Sanders, Brian Sanders, and Kelly Fay, his three grandchildren, Jordyn, Harper, and Mason, and his brother Gary Sanders, and many more extended family, including his UB family. A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, February 18th from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at BJ Ryans in Norwalk, CT.
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Sam Sirico
August 12, 2025
OMG> My wife is in hospice and Mitch and his wife came to mind. Mitch sold me and my wife our first insurance policies. We were the best of enemies at 18 Bedford Ave but became the best of friends until we moved to Florida. I send my deepest condolences to the family.
Sam Sirico
Jen Scott
March 1, 2024
I met Mitchell during my triathlon days. He was always so kind and giving of his time and experience. Seeing him before the start of a race brought a huge smile to my face - without fail. He would ask, "Are you having fun? Cuz if you're not having fun, what's the point?!" Condolences to the entire family.
Greg Carter
March 1, 2024
I concur with my former teammate (TE) Sandy Belzer. Mitch WAS one of the GREATEST athlete I´ve ever had the pleasure to compete with and against. Our days particlpating in P.A.L. Baseball, Pop Warner football with the Far Rock Dolphins, (Smith was our H.C.) Later going on to play with Mitch that memorial game at YANKEE STADIUM, 69-70. Defeating Canarsie H.S. 7-2. Along with being one of his wide receivers.. Mitch was a GREAT guy and person. I will truly miss him. Greg Carter
Ilene Boyar
February 26, 2024
I worked at the Norwalk YMCA in the Fitness Center for almost 10 years. Mitch was a "regular" and I would enjoy talking to him daily.
I am extremely sorry to hear of the loss of a great guy. My thoughts are with his family,
Sandy belzer
February 21, 2024
Mitch was a year older then me.
His friends he hung out with were also older then me.
He was a class act!
I was a tight end on his team.
He would throw the ball so hard he almost broke my fingers.
I was on that championship team!
I didn´t understand why another college didn´t pick him up and didn´t play professional football.
Jack would sit on the gold post and yell at all the players.
I´m so sorry to here of his passing.
So much more to Say such little time.
Sandy Belzer
Sally (Landis) Laufer
February 17, 2024
Mitch was such a special person. We reconnected a number of years ago & had a great day walking on campus at UB. The last time we met I could see how this terrible disease was affecting him. We all wish we had more time with Mitchell!
Vasso Gyftopoulos
February 15, 2024
Dear Eric, Brian and Kelly. My deepest sympathies about your dad. Besides the hundreds of miles we covered on road running and biking we had so many laughs and solved so many world problems! I hope you find comfort that he is at peace. Deepest sympathies, Vasso Kelly Gyftopoulos
Nancy Lappin
February 15, 2024
My deepest sympathies. If you were in Mitchell's presence, you were smiling and laughing. Always a wonderful time. Kind and generous. Rest in Peace.
Tysen Canevari
February 11, 2024
Mitchell was a wonderful person to be around. Played a lot of softball with Mitch back in the day and then became friends and he took care of our insurance. I will miss hearing about all the marathons he completed. He will be missed. RIP buddy and so sorry to his family
elsa kydes
February 7, 2024
Brian Eric and Kelly sorry for your loss!
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