Barbara Jean Sanders, 89, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 2:14 A.M. Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at her home. She was born August 23, 1931, in Hoopeston, IL, the daughter of Charles and Mable (Burnham) Leemon.
She is survived by two daughters, Deb Sanders Terhune of AR and Carolyn Sanders of WI; three sons, Michael Sanders of IL, George Alan Sanders, of IL, and John Sanders of NC; fifteen grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Raymond Richard “Dick” Sanders III, and two brothers.
She worked as a home health aide for the Vermilion County Health Department. Barbara was a member of the Methodist Church and helped with their program Feed the Lambs. Barbara served on many mission trips within the US. She was also a member of the VFW in Hoopeston, the American Legion Auxiliary, and the UMC Women’s Group. She traveled throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
A visitation will be held 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Monday, May 24, 2021 at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. A burial will be held 2:00 P.M. Monday May 24, 2021 at Floral Hill Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Feed the Lambs, United Methodist Church 403 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL 60942.
Please visit www.anderson-funeral-home.com
