Gary John Sanders Sr.'s Obituary
Gary John Sanders, Sr., age 68, of Covington, LA suddenly passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021. He was born in New Orleans, LA on January 6, 1953 to John W. Sanders, Sr. and Cora Lee (Stewart) Sanders.
Gary is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Terri (Elfer) Sanders; his children Cherie Sanders Moore (Keith) and Gary John Sanders, Jr. and his grandchild Brantley Jack. He is also survived by his mother, Cora Lee Stewart Sanders; his siblings John W. Sanders, Jr. (Connie) and Cathy Sanders Cardinale (Melvin); as well as numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Gary is preceded in death by his father John W. Sanders, Sr., his mother-in-law Eunice Bergeron Elfer, his paternal grandparents Clarence W. Sanders and Etta B. Sanders, and his maternal grandparents Stanley and Cora Stewart.
Gary grew up in River Ridge, LA and graduated from Archbishop Rummel High School. In 1983, Gary and his family moved to the North Shore. He spent most of his career working as a Natural Gas Mechanical Specialist and Project Supervisor. Gary’s favorite pastimes included spending time at home, working in his backyard cutting the grass and working on numerous projects. The happiest time every year was Christmas time, where he would decorate his yard with many Christmas displays. Most recently, his greatest joy came from spending time with his grandson, Brantley.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Ave, Covington, LA 70433 on Monday, March 15, 2021 at 11:00 AM with visitation on Monday beginning at 9:00 AM.
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