Jerry Lee Sanders was born September 16, 1939 in Greenville, SC to Cole L. and Nellie Sanders. He went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 21, 2021 in Dallas, TX and now joins his wife of 45 years of marriage, Katherine Dale Sanders.
Those left to cherish his memories are his daughters: Redonna Lal (Bobby) of Mesquite, TX and Rene King (Tommy) of Gainesville, TX; grandchildren: Tamber Brookshire, Sharonne Gilsdorf, Nathan Brookshire and Nicole Jenkins; grandchildren: Nelaiya, Lila, Natalye, David, Hadyn, and Hollis; sister, Jeanette Tubb and by many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Kathy Sanders; parents, Cole and Nellie Sanders and his siblings: Jack Sanders and Joyce Dilleshaw.
Jerry (aka) as "Speck" as a teenager, attended High School in Greenville, SC where he played football. He was proud to serve his country in the US Marine Corp as a Corporal working as a Field Radio Operator where he earned a Good Metal Award for his service. He later became the of Pastor of Gateway Apostolic Church in Mesquite, TX and owner of Jerry's Quality Plumbing Co. He held many positions within the ALJC organization. He was a member of Assemblies of the Lord Jesus Christ (ALJC) and of the Texas Board of Plumbing Examiners where held his Masters Plumbing License.
Jerry loved spending time with his family, preaching and helping others. He always had a story to tell. He will be remembered for his generosity, hard work, and loving his family.
If you wish to send flowers please have them sent to the church. If you wish, in lieu of flowers the family ask to please send donations to the: Rev. Jerry Sanders Legacy Fund, for church expansion. Please send to: Gateway Apostolic Church, P.O. Box 852637, Mesquite, TX 75185.
The Funeral Service will be private, but will be on Facebook Live Stream at 1:00 p.m. Sat, 1/30/2021. Please go tot the Churches Facebook page to view. The Visitation and Graveside Services will be open to the Public.
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