Delbert Gene Sanders

1937 - 2015

Delbert Gene Sanders obituary, 1937-2015

BORN

1937

DIED

2015

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Memorial Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery

13001 Katy Fwy

Houston, Texas

Delbert Sanders Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 31, 2015.

D. GENE SANDERS, age 77, passed away on March 31, 2015, in Houston, Texas, after a lengthy battle with lung disease. Gene Sanders' survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Kathy Sanders; daughter, Terri Snow; son, Tommy Stoddard and wife, Barbara; son, Todd Sanders and wife, Charlotte. Grandchildren include: Evan Snow, Joshua Snow, Matthew Sanders, Kristin Sanders, Kimberley Wiesner, Robert Wiesner and wife Jacquline and one great grandchild, Urijah Wiesner. Gene Sanders is preceded in death by his Mother, Ina Mae Butler Sanders Abernathy, his Father, Eugene Wayman Sanders and son, Steve Sanders.

Gene Sanders was born on June 30, 1937 in Mineral Wells, Texas at Nazareth Hospital. He graduated from Mineral Wells High School in 1955, and graduated from Baylor University Business School, in Waco, Texas, with a BBA degree in 1959. While there, he was a member of the "Esquires" Social Fraternity on campus.

After returning to Mineral Wells, Texas in 1960, Gene was employed by the Palo Pinto County Tax Office. One month later, he accepted a position as Tax Assessor/Collector for Mineral Wells ISD, after the job was left vacant upon Fred White's retirement. Gene enjoyed his new unofficial title as "The Matthew of Mineral Wells." He left this position in 1970, for a short stint with an appraisal firm. He then moved to Houston, Texas and spent the remainder of his professional career on what he refers to as "The other side of the fence, representing the proposed valuations of tax payers."

Gene Sanders became a Master Mason, serving at Worshipful Master, District Deputy Grand Master and then was "past everything but redemption" in the local York Rite bodies. He was an active member of Clay Road Baptist Church, serving several years on the School Board of their ministry, Clay Road Baptist School. Gene will be remembered lovingly by family and friends as one who joyously celebrated life to the fullest.
A Memorial Service to honor his life will be April 11th at 1pm in Houston, Texas at Clay Road Baptist Church, 9151 Clay Road, Houston TX 77080.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Clay Road Baptist School, 9151 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77080

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April 11, 2015

Dorothy Long

Gene will be missed terribly and I will cherish our Christian Friendship. Gene loved to send crazy Birthday cards and he could really pick good ones. He always teased me about my trips to China and he was so brave too with his illness, kept a smile on his sweet face. I know he is waiting for us all to join him when our time here is over. Love You Gene!!

April 10, 2015

Kim Scott

Your quick wit and smile will always be a treasured memory for me; the twinkle in your eyes as you told a joke with a completely straight face made me crack up! My family has been blessed to call you "Friend" over the years, I have a feeling the angels in Heaven are having more fun with you there; I look forward to seeing you again one day, dear friend.

April 10, 2015

Mickey Wathen

Our time here on earth is relatively short; He has only given us awhile to make a good report. Diligence is due to Him for compensation; make good use of all your conversation. As our years wane, we must be ever fervent; so we can hear "Well done, My good and faithful servant".

April 6, 2015

Jack and Toni Trumbull

Rest in peace my friend. We shared a long and beautiful journey through this life and you have earned a place with our Lord and Savior. You will always remain our thoughts and memories.

Jack and Toni Trumbull

April 5, 2015

Mickey Wathen

I will always remember the kind way he always treated me and the respect he gave to all; even when the waters got turbulent. He talked the talk and walked the walk with honor. I am blessed to have known him the short time we had together and will miss his wit and humor. As a wandering man, I know he looks forward to his exciting journey ahead. My heartfelt condolences I freely give to you Kathy and Todd.

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