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Jimmy Dale "Jim" Sanders
Dec 4, 1959 - Dec 4, 2018
Posted by Martha Reddout
Whinery Funeral Service
Sayre, OK
(permission granted)
Born December 4, 1959 in Shamrock, Texas, Jimmy Dale Sanders was the
son of Patrick Donald and Vera Mae (Chapman) Sanders. He was also
welcomed by his big sis, Anita. In the early sixties, Sayre,
Oklahoma became home for the Sanders family and Jimmy would find
himself belonging to the local boy scout troop, as well as,
participating in school athletics. In high school, Jimmy or “Jim”
would play half back and split end for the Eagles and when
basketball season rolled around, he played the position of point
guard. Upon graduating from Sayre High School, with the class of
1978, Jim would further his education by attending Northeastern
State University in Tahlequah where he received a bachelor’s degree
in Criminal Justice. In addition, Jim also attained his licensure as
a stock broker and worked a short time for Merrill Lynch.
In 1985, Jim began a more than 20-year career with the Oklahoma
Department of Corrections. Throughout that time, he had a teaching
assignment and worked as a probation and parole officer living in
Ardmore and El Reno before an injury forced his early retirement. At
that time, he relocated to Sayre where he was able to care for his
mother as she was fighting her own battle with cancer. The time he
spent in Sayre also allowed Jim to grow closer to his nieces and
nephews as he took advantage of watching them play ball and as they
participated in various other school activities.
Later on, Jim made his home in Houston, Texas where he lived out his
passion of restoring cars. In his own words, “It was satisfying to
take something in bad shape and to restore it.” “To boot, the money
was good too!” said Jim. Hobbies, to Jim, were “things to do because
you wanted to, but you didn’t get paid”. The hobby that stood out
the most to Jim was following his OU Sooners – as he was even once a
season ticket holder. Through the years, he also acquired a
collection of vintage bobbleheads and baseball cards and took
advantage of any opportunity he had to go deep sea fishing.
Jim was able to take several memorable trips. His last, being a trip
to Peru. Earlier, he was able to make trips to the Bahamas, Vegas,
New York City and Galveston to name a few. There was no doubt in
Jim’s mind though, that the best place to be was near the ocean on a
warm, sandy beach.
Of all of his accomplishments and contributions, Jim was most proud
to be a father to his daughter, Racheal Belle. The time they were
able to spend together meant so much to Jim and he loved her with
all of his heart.
Described as caring, sweet, sensitive, quick-witted and humorous,
Jim was a man who was always recognized as kind and that was the
impression he left on others – even as he was being cared for during
his illness. A true friend, Jim had a soft heart for others and he
was devoted, dedicated and loyal to those he called his friends.
Never forgetting when others might share a good deed or be a
blessing to him, in return, Jim gave his love and unwavering
friendship.
“You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only
choice you have” is a Bob Marley quote that Jim embodied. His daily
prayer was, “Seal my soul as your own that your reflection, in me,
may be a light for all to see”. There is no doubt that those who
knew and loved Jim could see his light shine!
Jim passed away on his 59th birthday, December 4, 2018 in Midwest
City, OK.
He was preceded in death by his father, Pat Sanders;
paternal grandparents, Quincey and Dolly Sanders; maternal
grandparents, Q.L. and Thelma Chapman; a nephew, Billy Dale; an
uncle, Bud Sanders and an aunt, Virginia Mochetti.
He is survived by: his daughter, Racheal Belle Woodruff of Norman;
mother, Vera Sanders of Sayre; sister, Anita Cothron of Elk City;
nieces: Romi Paige of Sayre and Rani Rakestraw and husband, Grady of
Arnett; nephew, Jeremiah Cothron of Sayre and uncles: Bobby Chapman
and wife, Sherry of Houston, TX and Duane Chapman and wife, Debbie
of Canyon, TX. He is also survived by great-nieces and
great-nephews: Montana, Merrick, Major, Ona, Dax and Ryder along
with other relatives and friends including two very special friends:
Randall and Susan Trout.
Family will receive friends for visitation from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 9, 2018 at Rose Chapel Funeral Service.
Visitation
Sunday, December 09, 2018
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Rose Chapel Funeral
Service (Sayre)
906 N 4TH ST
Sayre, Oklahoma 73662
Family will receive friends for visitation from 2:00 - 4:00
p.m. Sunday, December 9, 2018 at Rose Chapel Funeral
Service.
Funeral Service
Monday, December 10, 2018
2:00 PM
Sayre First Baptist
Church
504 North 4th Street
Sayre, OK 73662
Burial following at Sayre Doxey Cemetery.
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