December 1, 1936 ~ January 4, 2020
Gerald Sanders, 84, of Denham Springs, passed away peacefully Monday, January 4, 2021. He was a Master Brick Layer and an avid sports fan, especially the Saints and Peyton Manning. He served his country proudly in the United States Navy. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Shirley Walker Sanders; his grandson that he was so proud of, Dylan Sanders; sister, Linda Sanders Gallino; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Chad Gerald Sanders; parents, Alton and Annie Bell Sanders; sister, Jean Sanders; brothers, Billy and Irvin Sanders. Per the request of Mr. Gerald, there will be no services for him. Please share your condolences at www.sealefuneral.com.
3 comments
Lynda Jenkins
January 5, 2021 at 11:37 pm
I am so sorry to hear of Gerald’s passing. Gerald worked for my husband, Eduardo Jenkins and myself as a sub contractor for many years and was an excellent bricklayer. He was a hard worker and always had a wonderful attitude. We often talked when he was on a project and he always spoke so fondly of his wife Shirley. I never met his wife, but I felt like I knew her from how Gerald spoke of her. I know he loved her deeply as well as his entire family. I pray that he is no longer in pain and is finally at peace. God bless you Mrs. Shirley and the entire Sanders family. Another special man has left us, but we will see him again one day. Praying for all of you in this difficult time.
Lynda and Eduardo Jenkins
Shery Christopher
January 5, 2021 at 11:21 pm
Uncle Gerald, one of the most honorable men I have know through and through. No matter what was presented to him in his life, he stood strong, and next to those he loved without hesitation. He was there for my Mom when she divorced our dad and helped her for so many years to get back on her feet as she navigated life with 3 little ones and no father to help with the support. He stood in as her brother and our uncle and loved us all unconditionally. There are so many memories of my life and my interactions with my Uncle that I will have to hold close to my heart. He was and is still loved by so many.
Be at peace Uncle Gerald and give Mom a hug for me. Love, Shery
Cheli
January 5, 2021 at 11:51 am
Dillon, I’m so sorry for the loss of your grandfather. It sounds like he was a special man.