Freida "Joy" Sanders's obituary , Passed away on May 3, 2026 in Carbondale, Illinois

Freida "Joy" Sanders

April 26, 1934 - May 3, 2026 (92 years old)

Carbondale, Illinois

Freida "Joy" Sanders's obituary , Passed away on May 3, 2026 in Carbondale, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Meredith Funeral Home

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Freida "Joy" Sanders

April 26, 1934 - May 3, 2026 (92 years old)

Carbondale, Illinois

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Freida Sanders Obituary

In loving memory of Freida Sanders of Carbondale, Illinois, who departed this world on May 3, 2026 at the age of 92. Freida leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Hugh Stearns and Edith Stearns (Tabouring); her husband Forrest Gene Sanders; her siblings, Gilbert Stearns (Berneice), Vern Stearns (Polly), Criss Stearns, Todd Stearns (Betty), David Stearns, John Stearns (Pat), Kathleen Neal (Herbert), Rose Lipe (Wilburn), Ruby Holder (Paul), Fay Heern (Charles) and Marge Sutton (Sonny); and her brother-in-law Frank Brimmer.

She is survived by: her children, Forrest Lee Sanders (Kitty), Darrell Gene Sanders (Gerilyn) and Clara Ellis (Kenny); her grandchildren, Nicole Gordon (Kyle), Keriana Sanders, Lauren Sanders, Kristen Bathon (Jerod), Ryan Sanders, Katie Stearns (Kyle) and Megan Sanders; her great grandchildren, Lyla Gordon, Alex Bathon, Jolie Bathon, Mila Gordon, Hunter Bathon and Nora Stearns; her sister Effie Brimmer; and her sisters-in-law, Lora Stearns and Betty Stearns. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations in Joy's memory may be directed to Boskydell Cemetery and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Meredith Funeral Home



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May 16

Visitation

Meredith Funeral Home
300 S University Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901

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May 16

Memorial service

Meredith Funeral Home
300 S University Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901

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May 16

Burial

Boskydell Cemetery
30 Springer Ridge Rd, Carbondale, IL 62902

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