On Friday May 8, 2020 Jim (Benny) Sanders passed away peacefully after a three year battle with cancer at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital. Jim was in his 70th year. Jim was predeceased by his father Benson (Benny) Sanders and his in-laws George and Ilene Sillib. He is survived by his loving wife Sharon (Sillib), his mother Lena Sanders and his daughters Krystal (Sean) Tucker of CFB Borden, Roxann (Joe Powell) of Inwood and his grandson Donald Naylor, who was his pride and joy. He will be missed by his Aunt Joyce MacDonald, Brother and Sister in-law Bruce and Marsha Sillib and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and interment will be at Maitland Cemetery. The family would like to thank Dr. Steinmann, Dr. Ernst, Dr. Appavoo and all the health care professionals who have provided care for Jim through the years, and a special thank you to all the volunteer drivers with Wheels of Hope (Canadian Cancer Society) who have provided transportation making is possible for Jim to attend his many appointments. Donations may be made in memory of Jim to the Canadian Cancer Society – Wheels of Hope.
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Brian Hall
Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing.
May he Rest in Peace.
Cousins Colin, Jack and Brian Hall.
Scot Little
So very sad and sorry to read of Jim’s passing. My thoughts are with you and your family, Sharon.
Scot Little
Gayle and Barron Purser
Dear Sharon and Family
We where so sorry to hear of Jims passing.
Please know we send our heartfelt sympathy.
Eric & Liz Stillwaugh
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sharon and your family at this sad time.
Eric & Dianne Drennan
Sharon & family, sorry to hear of the passing of Jim, thinking of you at this sad time,
Theresa Dick
To Sharon and Family. Our sincere condolences at this difficult time. Jim and Terry
Pat Johnston (Moore)
Sharon and family of Jim
I was shocked reading that Jim has passed away. I remember Him from our school days and from him working at Walmart. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Becky and Dave McIvor
Deepest sympathies to Sharon, family and Friends.The battle is over,May Jim Rest In Peace and May his memories live on in your hearts
Sue Rowe
Rest in Peace my friend , you will be missed !
Judy and John Hickey
Sharon and family:
Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing.
Deepest condolences to your family.
Bob Stoddart
To Jim’s family so sorry for your loss.
Amy Falconer
My heartfelt sympathies for you loss. I will always remember his warm smile & friendly hellos.
Ken McGee
Tp Jim’s family.
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a good and faithful employee of mine for many years. In later years he would drop in to my Hobby shop for a chat and relive old memories. Jim will now rest in peace.
Marlowe and Deb Austin
Our thoughts are with you all. Jim was a great guy! He will be missed by many.
Keet and Danielle Tarnawski
Sharon and Family – Our condolences to you all in this sad time. Jim will always hold a special place in our hearts, WalMart dinners won’t be the same without he and Keet enjoying their recollections of overnight shenanigans.
Mary Riddiough
I am deeply saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. My condolences and prayers for the family and loved ones. He will be greatly missed.
Cheryl Lawson
To Sharon and Family: I am shocked to hear of Jim’s passing. Sending my sincere condolences to the family at this most difficult time. I have very fond memories during my days working alongside Jim at Walmart. He was a wonderful man and I will most definitely miss seeing him around. RIP Jim. Keeping you all in my prayers and sending hugs.
Judi williams
My deepest sympathy to Sharon. and families during this difficult time… Jim was a great guy. and will be missed by all Cherish your memories,,,,,
Donna & George Adams
Dear Sharon and family: We were saddened to learn of the passing of Jim. We wish you all strength and comfort in each other at this difficult time. Our deepest condolences. Hugs & Blessings. Donna & George Adams
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Sharon – you and your family are close in my heart – Sincerely Cecelia
Judy Jenkins
I knew Jim in Grade 8. I can see him now chatting with Bob Stoddart and Don Cousins in the back of the class. Jim will be missed! My condolences to the entire family!
Dan DeMers
Jim was a fine kind man condolences from the DeMers family
David Million
Sharon and Family
My deepest sympathy for your loss of Jim. He was a good and kind man.
Dave Million
Kim Munroe (Thurlow)
Sharon and family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Jim. Thinking of you.
Nancy and junior White
Our sincere sympathy to Sharon and family at this sad time…..Cherish your memories…..
Rosemary Eedy Gardner
Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Thinking of you at this time❤
Roxann Sanders
Love and miss you dad and Poppa
Casey & Brenda Does
Our Deepest Sympathy to Sharon & Family.
You are in our thoughts at this sad time.
Catherine Tucker
Met Mr. Sanders at the wedding of our son Sean and his daughter Krystal. He and his wife were very kind to us strangers from Newfoundland and we enjoyed our time in Barrie. Our deepest condolences to his wife and family.