He served in the US Army and was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. He loved animals and also loved fishing. Gary was an accomplished musician.
He was preceded in death by parents, Ernest, Sr. and Eleanor Sanders and two grandchildren.
Gary is survived by daughters, Gina Heim, Samantha James, Nikki Sanders; five grandchildren; brothers, Ernest J. Sanders, Jr. (Pat); sisters, Becky Griffin (Louie), Donna Wells (John), Linda Minton (Tim).
Private funeral service will be held followed by entombment at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to PC Pound Puppies, P.O. Box 295, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620.
Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderNorthChapel.com.