John Michael "Mike" Sanders
November 25, 1947 - July 18, 2016
John Michael “Mike” Sanders, age 68, of French Creek, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 18, 2016, at Nella’s Nursing Home in Elkins. He was born on November 25, 1947, in Upshur County, a son of the late Foran Kern and Hazelton Maxine Perry Sanders. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the love of his life, Ginger Strader, and three sisters: Emma Sanders, Sharon Bowen, and Doris Lambert. He is survived by three brothers: William “Bill” Sanders of Frenchton, George Richard Sanders of Frenchton, and Robert Sanders and wife Connie of Virginia; and several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Mr. Sanders took great pride in his lawn mowers and enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and travelling. He loved his family dearly and devoted himself to caring for Ginger. The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 21, 2016, from 10-11:00 AM, the funeral hour, at the Frenchton United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Kara Philippi officiating. Interment will follow in the Beechtown Cemetery.
John Michael “Mike” Sanders, age 68, of French Creek, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 18, 2016, at Nella’s Nursing Home in Elkins. He was born on November 25, 1947, in Upshur County, a son of the late Foran Kern... View Obituary & Service Information