Mr. Talmadge Sanders 85 of LaFayette, Alabama died Thursday April 29, 2021 at his residence.
Talmadge was born in LaFayette May 8, 1935 to the late Andrew Sanders and the late Ethel Sanders, he was a member of the Community Baptist Church in LaFayette, and retired from West Point Pepperell after 50 years of service. He enjoyed Auburn Football, but family came first, he was proud of all his children and grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Sunday May 2, 2021 at 2PM (CT) 3PM (ET) at Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Resthaven Memorial Gardens in Lanett, Alabama.
The family will great family and friends Sunday from 1PM (CT) until 2PM (CT) prior to the service.
He is survived by his Wife of 67 years Mary C. Sanders of LaFayette, Al. 5 Children Jimmie M. Strong (Guy Lamar Strong), Kathie D. Casaday (Richard Casaday), Talmadge V. Sanders (Debora Cantrell), Patricia S. Patterson (Pierce Mack Patterson), Ronnie J. Gable, 8 Grandchildren, 12 Great Grandchildren.
Was preceded in death by his Parents, 8 Siblings, Daughter Dena J. Gable, Grandson Brandon T. Sanders and Great Grandson Talmadge Markus Sanders.
Jeff Jones Funeral Home, LaFayette, Al.
May the God of all comfort you as you navigate this great loss. Aunt Mary there are just no words to say but know you are loved. You have a beautiful family and daughters. We all love you and hope to see you this summer!
To the family of Mr. Sanders. We at CRS send our deepest sympathy and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort.
We are truly sorry for your loss. He was a good person and a great neighbor, his wisdom and laughter will always be treasured ....
Mike and Niecy Scott
To all the Sanders Family I am so sorry about Mr.Sanders.I had a ball sitting on the porch with him and Mrs.Mary when Loretta and I came up to visit. He's in a better land now no pain or suffering. Go rest high on that mountain. Your work is done and the battle won. God bless Larry Fogarty
To all the Sanders Family I am so sorry about Mr.Sanders. I would come up with Loretta and I had a ball with him and Mrs.Mary on the front porch. He's in a better land now no pain or suffering. He has wings of a Eagle and flying high. May God bless each and all of you with peace and comfort. Fly on wings of angels. Larry Fogarty
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