James Raymond Sanders

james sanders

James Raymond Sanders, 69, of Wyanet, Illinois passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022 at his home in Wyanet.

He was born September 28, 1952 in Princeton, Illinois the son of Homer and Evelyn (Brown) Sanders.

He was a graduate of Wyanet High School and joined the United States Army in 1972. He served as Military Police in Germany. Earned the National Defense Service Medal and Sharpshooter 45 CAL and M16.

He worked many years in construction and farming, retiring several years ago, but most recently for Maupin Construction and Wiggim Farms. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, winning several bass fishing trophies.

He is survived by a son, Noah James Sanders of Wyanet, Illinois, sisters: Mary Ellen (Pete) Nelson of Princeton, Suzie Sloan of Wyanet, Illinois, Linda Sanders of Princeton, Illinois, and Wanda (Ron) Buettner of Cherry, Illinois; one granddaughter, Emelia Marie Sanders of Wyanet, Illinois; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, John Edward Sanders.

Cremation rites will be accorded and private services will be held at a later date with burial in Forest Hill Cemetery, Wyanet. Memorials may be directed to the Wyanet Rescue Unit in his memory. Online condolences may be sent to www.grant-johnsonfh.com.

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