Edward Charles Sanders

Edward Charles Sanders of Leasburg, Missouri was born on Friday, October 10, 1969, in Alton, IL to Eddie Workman and Mary Lou Hill Korsmeyer Sanders.  He passed away in Sullivan, MO on Sunday, September 12, 2021, at the age of 51 years, 11 months, and 2 days. 

He was raised in Alhambra, IL and attended grade school there.  He then went to Highland Middle School and graduated from Highland High School in 1987.  He attended Culinary School in St. Louis for a while and worked as a cook in various restaurants throughout his life. He lived in the Cuba and Steelville, MO area for a time and then moved to Texas for a few years.  He was in process of moving back to the Leasburg area to be closer to his children and grandchildren.  He enjoyed playing pool, listening to 70’s and 80’s music, going out to watch movies, and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents Eddie Workman and Mary Lou Sanders.

He is survived by his son Darian Sanders of Leasburg, MO; daughter Emily Barrios of Arnold, MO; grandchildren Karli and Owen, both of Arnold, MO; brothers John (Joni) Sanders of Greenville, IL and Steven Sanders of Alhambra, IL; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Visitation was on Monday, September 20, 2021 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Hutson Funeral Home, Cuba, MO.  Funeral service immediately followed at 1:00 PM with Rev. Jerry Beers officiating.  The family chose cremation as his final disposition.

Arrangements under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home, Cuba, MO.

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