John Leroy Saunders's obituary , Passed away on August 29, 2026 in Richmond, Virginia

John Leroy Saunders

March 10, 1947 - August 29, 2026 (79 years old)

Richmond, Virginia

John Leroy Saunders's obituary , Passed away on August 29, 2026 in Richmond, Virginia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, Inc.

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John Leroy Saunders

March 10, 1947 - August 29, 2026 (79 years old)

Richmond, Virginia

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John Leroy Saunders Obituary

John Leroy Saunders, born on March 10, 1947, passed away on August 29, 2026. John Leroy leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. 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 wife Elizabeth Williams Saunders; his son Tyrone Lamont Williams; and his stepdaughter Sandra Williams. He is survived by: his daughter Tishelle Cosby; his stepdaughters, Pamela, Debra and Cheryl Williams; his granddaughters, Dion and Destiny Cosby; his sisters, Florence Bailey and Erma Horne (Demus); and his aunt Evelyn Jackson. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins; other relatives and friends.

Viewing was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at the Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home (2011 Grayland Ave, Richmond, VA 23220). Visitation was held on Saturday, September 5th 2026 at 12:45 PM at the same location. A funeral service was held on Saturday, September 5th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, Inc.



Fri

Sep 04

Viewing

Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home
2011 Grayland Ave, Richmond, VA 23220

Sat

Sep 05

Visitation

Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home
2011 Grayland Ave, Richmond, VA 23220

Sat

Sep 05

Funeral service

Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home
2011 Grayland Ave, Richmond, VA 23220

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