Talvern Denver Sanders, age 78 of the Hollywood Community, passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2018.
Born in Franklin, North Carolina on November 24, 1939 to the late Richard and Anna Hodgin Sanders. Mr. Sanders was a retired supervisor with Schnadig Corporation with 30 years of service. He enjoyed woodworking, camping, fishing and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers, Bentley Sanders and Nelce Sanders.
Surviving are his loving wife of 62 years who he married March 3, 1956, Virginia Ellenburg Sanders; daughters and sons-in-law, Debby & Mike Breland, Pam & David Ivester and Judy & Ricky Barrett all of the Hollywood Community; brother, Hoyt Sanders of the Hollywood Community; sisters, Dolores Sutton of Sedro-Woolley, Washington, Maggie Hancox of Centerville; 8 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Mr. Sanders was laid to rest in the Hollywood Baptist Church Cemetery. A memorial graveside service is scheduled for 5 pm, Friday, June 22, 2018 at Hollywood Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Bill Evans and Rev. Mike McConnell officiating. All family and friends are requested to meet at the cemetery by 4:45 pm.
A celebration will continue in the fellowship hall of the church following the service.
An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com
Mcgahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.
