Jessie Sanders Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Ray was born on July 29, 1930, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Jessie Lee and Ruby Alice (Purvis) Sanders. He graduated from Waller High School and spent the majority of his life working on ranches, whether as a dairy farmer or tending to beef cattle in Kurten, Texas. He also worked as a home contractor and loved woodworking.
Jessie met his wife, Etheline Derrich Sanders, and in September 2016, the two were married at Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis, Texas. Throughout their life together, they enjoyed attending church, spending time with family, listening to gospel and country western music, and relaxing with western movies. They were truly inseparable, sharing both their faith and everyday moments side by side.
Jessie is preceded in death by wife Alice Sanders; son Larry Sanders; siblings Bobby Hasty and Earline Simms; grandparents Bill and Jennie Purvis; Doris Sanders, Barbara Sanders, and Laverne Sanders.
Jessie is survived by wife Etheline; stepdaughters Brenda and Ronnie James, Pamela Callaway, Cynthia and Charles Dingas; nieces Vicky and Ken Standridge and Sherry Krob; great nephew Ronnie Standridge; and many stepgrandchildren.
A graveside memorial service will be held July 26, 2025 at 11:00am at Kurten Cemetery in Kurten, Texas.
The Sanders Family extends their heartfelt thanks to the staff at The Legacy at Falcon Point in Katy and Choice Hospice for the compassionate care and support shown to Ray and his family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Choice Hospice, 3535 Briarpark Drive, Suite 220, Houston, Texas 77042.
Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, Texas 77833. 979.836.3611. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.brenhammemorialchapel.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
2300 Stringer Street, Brenham, TX 77833
Make a Donation
in Jessie Sanders's name
People and places connected with Jessie
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Jessie's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Jessie Sanders's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
