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Donald Sanford Obituary
April 5, 1945 - January 31, 2022
Donald Edward Sanford, age 76, passed away on January 31, 2022 at Novant Forsyth Medical Center.
Don was born in Charlotte on April 5, 1945. He graduated from Myers Park High School, where he played football and ran track. He attended the University of North Carolina prior to joining the Navy, where he served two tours and three campaigns in Vietnam. After his discharge, he finished his degree at UNC Charlotte in 1971. Don worked in the insurance industry for over 30 years.
Don was married for 52 years to Beverly Shaw Sanford. He is survived by Bev, his son Zachary and his wife Meghan and daughter, Faith and his son Alex and wife Heather and grandsons Jacob and Carson. His daughter Courtney preceded him in death, along with his parents, Bill and Lucille Sanford.
Don is also survived by his brother Bill and wife Beverly and sister Ellen and husband Marcel along with many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held to celebrate Don on Sunday, February 6, 2022 at 3:00 pm at Clemmons Presbyterian Church. A reception will be held immediately following the service. Masking and social distancing will be observed. Don loved his best friend/wife and his children and grandchildren, his home, his extended family, beach music, and his private conversations with God. We will miss his great laugh and his love for us all. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in his memory to Clemmons Presbyterian Church, the Vietnam Memorial Foundation or the charity of one's choice.
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Lindsay (Caffey) Locklear
February 6, 2022
I had the pleasure of meeting Don and Bev through their daughter Courtney. Courtney and I met in high school and I spent many nights at the Sanford's. Don and Bev were always so much fun to be around and joke with. Don could be quiet one minute then have you in hysterical laughter the next. I know he is enjoying being reunited with Courtney and looking down on his family with love. My sincerest condolences to Bev and all of the family, my prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Becki VanderKlok
February 5, 2022
Praying for comfort for your family as you celebrate the life Don.
Matt and Jenny McPherson
February 5, 2022
Bev, we are praying for you and your entire family! Please know your church family is here to support you in any way we can. All of our love, The McPhersons
Bobbie Tucker
February 4, 2022
Just wanted you to know I´m thinking of you, and I care.
May you be sustained by wonderful memories of your life together.
Linda and Jim Heath
February 4, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers for your family.
Barbara A Houston
February 4, 2022
Dear Bev,
We am shocked and sad to hear of Don's passing. Although we did not see him often, we always enjoyed his smile and his sense of humor. We wish you and your family comfort and wonderful memories of your years together.
With love, Barb and Jerry Houston
Sonja Southern
February 4, 2022
Bev, I'm so sorry for your loss. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Sonja Southern
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