John Sanders, Jr.

John Sanders, Jr.

July 18, 1942 – March 15, 2026

Jasper, Tennessee

John Sanders, Jr., 83, of Jasper, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, with his loving daughters by his side.

John was born on July 18, 1942, in Jasper, Tennessee, to the late John Sanders, Sr. and Annie Gouger Sanders. He was a proud graduate of Marion County High School and honorably served his country in the United States Army. John went on to have a long and dedicated career with Chattanooga Glass Company, from which he retired.

John was known for his love of music, especially playing his guitar, and for the joy he found in spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered for his warmth, kindness, and the special moments he shared with those closest to him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Judy Dixson.

He is survived by his daughters, Linda Sanders (Richard Pryor), Sharon (Robert) Brown, Kristy Raines, Misty Raines, and Judy Sanders Foster; one brother, Jimmy Sanders; his grandchildren, Keisha Durham, Trevor Romans, Madison Brown, Kaleb Foster, Ashlyn Moore, Gavin Usry, Gabriel Stekovic, and Dustin Romans; and his great-grandchildren, Jayden Durham and Vada Moore. He is also survived by his niece, Anna Sanders, along with several dear friends.

Funeral services for Mr. Sanders will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. (CDT) in the Jasper Chapel of Rogers Funeral Home, 21 East Fifth Street, Jasper, Tennessee, with Pastor Roger Webb officiating.

Mr. Sanders will be laid to rest at Sequatchie Valley Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Jasper, Tennessee.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday March 18, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. (CDT) and on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. (CDT) prior to the service in the Jasper chapel at 1:00 p.m.

Pallbearers will be Seth Gentry, Trevor Romans, Gavin Usry, Gabriel Stekovic, Dustin Romans and Kaleb Foster.

Arrangements are entrusted to Rogers Funeral Home, Jasper Chapel, 21 East Fifth Avenue, Jasper, Tennessee 37347.