With dad what you saw is what you got.   He was fun, outgoing, spontaneous, and lived life his own way.  He did a lot and did things his way.  Dad could be one of the most generous people and often was.  He never expected credit for it either.  Dad had great wit.  My boys Jake and "EE"" have lots if fun memories with dad.   My boys loved their "Big Papaw". I Will miss talking to him and getting advice.  Hunter is going to miss calling dad on his way home from school to tell him about his day.  Love you Daddy.

Dad was one of a kind. He was a big man with a big heart! He was sarcastic, very witty and had a great sense of humor. He loved to go to Snappy's and visit with all his friends. He was blessed to have such wonderful friends. He lived a very full life, sometimes at his loved ones expense but he enjoyed himself and had no regrets.
I will truly miss him!

An Angel whispered
take my hand and
come with me
you're work here is done.

You went away to a place
where there's no tears, nor sorrow
only laughter and smiles.

Big Jim, I will miss all the story's you would tell each morning at Snappy's.  Will miss you forever...

I met James over 30 years ago when JC and I married. He was a brother to JC and became a brother to me. Love him and miss him forever. He will always be "Jamie Boy".

A letter to my best friend:   Dear James, you have been my best friend & my brother for 62 years. We have been down many roads together and I will always love & miss you dearly. JC

Big James, It's impossible for me to say all the things that I want to say .He was my best friend, and I miss him already And Loved him and me whole family feels the same way
Sam J.& Nora Ruffino Chance, Sami, Derek

Big Jim was a great friend.  He always told you the truth with no spin.  If he couldn't make you laugh...you didn't have a sense of humor.  I am a better person having known him for the past 8 years.  I will always be thankful for our countless chats at Snappys.  Pee Wee and I will truly miss this very special man.  God bless Jim's family!

Marty and Preston Heiden

Earthman Resthaven Cemetery

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James Arthur Sanders

September 15, 1942 – December 4, 2014

Earthman Resthaven Cemetery

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