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Conway…Jerry Hoyt Sanders, 72, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 10, 2017. Born in Horry County, he was the son of the late Henry and Annie Todd Sanders. Mr. Sanders attended the University of South Carolina and was a Vietnam Veteran and member of the United States Air Force. He was a retired auditor from GMAC and during his retirement years, was known for visiting nursing homes and speaking at area Senior centers to provide comfort and a few pearls of wisdom. He also was a member of the Kairos prison ministry where he shared his faith with inmates. He was a loyal member of Trinity United Methodist Church where he served in many capacities including Sunday School teacher, and Staff Parish Relations, and the Evangelism team and Witness Work Area and church council, and United Methodist Men. He was also an active member of American Legion Post 111 where he was former Post Commander and recipient of the Legionnaire of the Year Award. Mr. Sanders was an avid Gamecock fan and spread that love to his children and grandchildren. He attended countless football and baseball games with his family and was always up for a road trip to see his Gamecocks play. Mr. Sanders was most devoted to his beloved family. Regardless of where or when, he could always be counted on to lend support and a helping hand. He is survived by his children, daughter Jeri Sanders Sullivan (Eric) of Lancaster and son Jonathan Michael Sanders (Samantha) of Vail, AZ; grandchildren Brett Michael Sitte (Paige), Caitlin Michelle Sitte, Patrick Steele Sullivan, and Mason James Sanders. Mr. Sanders is also survived by his sister Barbara Sanders Copeland (Bill) of Conway, and brothers Bud Sanders (Barb) of Tampa, FL, Earl Sanders (Dianne) of Georgetown, Ray Sanders (Peggy) of Ocean Springs, MS, Harvey Sanders (Chris) of Leander, TX, and David Sanders (Wendy) of Chapin, SC; along with 11 nieces and nephews. A celebration of life service will be held at 2pm Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Conway, SC led by Rev. Dr. William R. Childs. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 198 Long Avenue, Conway, SC 29526. Please sign a guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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Jerry Hoyt Sanders

February 9, 1945 - May 10, 2017