Joseph Cecil Saunders Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joseph Cecil Saunders of Asheville, North Carolina, who passed away on February 18, 2026 at the age of 90. 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 Joseph 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 parents, Walter Cleveland Saunders and Fannie Elizabeth Saunders; and his wife Mildred Saunders. He is survived by: his daughters, Sheila (Dean Gibbs), Sandra and Sherrie (Jamie Dyer); his grandchildren, Drew, Zachary, Cori, Katelyn, Lane and Justin; and his sister-in-law Ketrena Saunders. He is also survived by nine great grandchildren.
