Elmer Wesley Sanders Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Elmer Wesley Sanders of Clarkson, Kentucky. Elmer, born on June 19, 1938, passed away on October 3, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elmer Wesley Sr. and Nannie Farris Sanders; his children, Ellen Decker and Earnest "Corky" Sanders; and his grandson Christopher Decker.
He is survived by: his spouse Shirley A. Sanders of Clarkson; his children, Debbie Whittle (Danny) and Elmer W. "Buddy" Sanders (Kristy) of Bonnieville; and his grandchildren, Terri Lee Miller, Rhonda Brown, Matt Whittle and Ashley Johnson. He is also survived by great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Dermitt Funeral Home (306 W Main St, Leitchfield, KY 42754). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 at 2:30 PM at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery.
October 5, 2026
Betty, Doug and Gerri, Chris and Dan lit a candle
October 5, 2026
Betty, Doug and Gerri, Chris and Dan sent flowers