Henry Sanders – Metz Mortuary

Henry A. Sanders, age 78, of York, NE, died Thursday, January 23, 2020 in Lincoln. He was born January 20, 1942 in Granite City, Illinois to Clyde R. and Hazel C (Paris) Sanders. On January 23, 1966, Henry was united in marriage to Judy Staley in Sterling, Illinois.

Henry worked as a truck driver for Champion Homes, and Sunflower Carriers. He was a member of the Eagles Club, Booster Club, both in Illinois. Henry enjoyed fishing, camping, he loved animals, and enjoyed taking time to help his neighbors.

Henry is survived by his wife, Judy of York, son Butch (Lisa) Sanders, grandson Trevor (Kira) Sanders, and his great-granddaughter Freya Marie Sanders, all of York. He is preceded in death by his parents, step-father Frank Duncan, and 7 brothers.

Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 PM, Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Metz Chapel in York. Interment will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery in York.  Visitation will be held from 1:00 -8:00 PM Monday with his family greeting friends from 6:30-7:30 PM later that same evening at the mortuary. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. 

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