He was born June 10, 1921, in Kensett, Arkansas.
He retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service. He later owned and operated Lakehill Realty and was a member of Lakewood United Methodist Church.
John loved the razorbacks and enjoyed genealogy. John was a loving father, husband, grandfather, and friend to everyone. He was preceded in death by his son, John T. Sanders, Jr.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Eleanor Sanders; daughter Debi LaCour and husband Aaron; daughter-in-law, Karla Sanders; three grandchildren, Angela Bortowski and husband Michael, Erin Sanders, and Luke Rhoden; and by two great grandchildren, Jonathan and Benjamin Bortowski.
Private services were held by the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Friendly Chapel or Lakewood United Methodist Church.
An online guestbook is available at www.griffinleggettresthills.com