Opal Jean Sanders Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Opal Jean Sanders (Gruetli Laager, Tennessee), born in Stevenson, Alabama, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 7, 2025 at the age of 87. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Opal Jean Sanders to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Berry Thomas and Margaret Isabell Thomas (Tommy Edward Sanders); and her siblings, John Thomas, George Thomas, Ray Thomas, Willie Thomas and Almeda Thomas.
She is survived by: her children, Margaret Anne Shelton (David Michael Shelton), Joyce Jean Curtis (Rickey Curtis), Kathy Lynn Rankin (Billy Rankin) and Joe Edward (Cindy Sanders); her sister-in-law Mary Thomas; and her siblings, Carolyn Thomas, Ronnie (Carol Thomas) and Carl (Brenda Thomas).
