84 of St. Petersburg passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Jim was born on November 6, 1935 in St. Louis, Missouri. He retired as a sales executive from Simpson Materials Company and moved to this area in 1996. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Rita, two sons: Dr. Stephen (Jackie) Sanders, Joseph (Laura) Sanders; two daughters: Judith (Kenneth) Knobbe and Nancy (Rick) Isenmann; two stepsons, Steven (Eileen) Davis and Jeff Davis; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Above all else, Jim loved his wife, Rita – with whom he had nearly 40 years of travels, adventures and oh so many good times together. He cherished all his children and was so immensely proud of their successes as well as those of his grandchildren.
Jim will be greatly missed by all who ever had the great fortune to cross paths with this unforgettable man. At his own request, there will be no formal services however a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be offered at www. Serenityfuneralhomelargo.com.