Barry Sanders Sr. Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Barry Sanders Sr. of Poplar Grove, Arkansas, born in Memphis, Tennessee, who passed away on January 24, 2026 at the age of 64. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Barry leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his siblings, Steve Sanders and Lisa Ecklehoff. He is survived by: his children, Barry Paul Sanders, Jr. of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Ashley Blair of Paragould, Arkansas; and his grandchildren, Braden Sanders, Anna Sanders, Addie Sanders and Kealie Blair.
