Linda Sanders, November 03, 1949 — May 21, 2019

Linda Ann Mitchell Sanders, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away May 21, 2019 surrounded by her devoted family. Linda was born on November 3, 1949 in Terrell to Willie Elbert and Margaret Clay (Hanes) Mitchell, both of whom preceded her in death along with her brother, Hanes Mitchell. On February 9, 1973 Linda married the love of her life, William Sanders and together they made their home in Terrell raising their family.

Both she and William actively worked together at the City of Terrell ensuring that all families in the community had a home to call their own. For over a decade, she had an innate talent for matching the best house to every family. This talent enabled many families to have their own home and start their own family memories and heritage.

Linda was a member of First United Methodist Church in Quinlan and her many friends could be found far and wide all over Kaufman County. But the most impactful characteristic that folks noticed immediately about Linda was her steadfast commitment to her family. They were each Linda’s highest priority and being with them made her heart happy and her days full.

She truly cherished the time she was able to spend with all of her precious grandchildren and treasured great grandchild. A selfless example of unconditional love, Linda will be missed by all who had the privilege of having her in their life. Linda is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years, William M. Sanders, Jr; sons: Randy Patton and wife, Kelli, Clint Sanders and wife, Melissa, Jeremy Sanders and wife, Courtney; grandchildren: Cody Patton and wife Savannah, Bailey Patton, Taylor Sanders, Laney Sanders, Henry Sanders, Will Sanders and Sylvie Sanders; grant granddaughter, Whitley Patton; brother, Don Mitchell and wife, Linda, as well as extended family and countless friends.

The family would like to extend a their gratitude for the compassion and care for Linda to the 7th Floor nurses at the T. Boone Pickens facility. Each of these nurses were truly angels here on earth. A funeral service for Linda Sanders will be 11:00 am, Friday, May 24, 2019 at Max Slayton Funerals and Cremations with an interment at Campground Cemetery following.

Family asks in lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Campground Cemetery Association P.O. Box 369 Terrell, Texas 75160 To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Linda Sanders please visit our Sympathy Store.

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