Thomas Eugene “Gene” Sanders, age 81 of Goodlettsville, TN passed away Sunday, August 30, 2015. Mr. Sanders was born September 13, 1933 in Nashville, TN to James Thomas Washington Sanders and Gladys Elizabeth Devers Sanders.
He worked as a salesman in the printing industry, eventually owing his own business, Sanders Press, for a time. He was an avid skydiver and bowler.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Gary Sanders; brother, Edgar Sanders and sister, Brenda Edwards.
He is survived by his sisters, Doris (Michael) Honeycutt and Vivian (Don) Evans; daughters, Debbie Steidl, Sherry Fariss, Lori (George) Adkins and Missy Sanders; nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews; special friends, Mary Ann Greenhill and Wayne (Ann) Graves.
A celebration of Gene’s life will be conducted at 2 P.M., Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Hendersonville Church of Christ.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice at 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN 37203 or to the American Cancer Society at 2000 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37203.
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Logue's
Thoughts and prayers coming your way. So sorry for your loss. Love The Logue family
Brenda Mosley
Rest in peace Gene. Many memories from our boating and camping days. What fun we all had. My prayers and thoughts are with all the family. May your hearts be comforted. God bless you all.
Dave & Linda
To a great neighbor and even better friend. Rest in peace.
Roger Johnson
I am saddened by the passing of a life long friend. Gene and I shared the same path in the Graphic arts for 50+ years. We bowled and golfed together for many years. May he journey well in the next life. A true friend is gone. My heartfelt condolences to all the family.
Pam Adelman
I have known Gene for many years, my heart goes out to the family and friends left behind. RIP Gene