Ben “Noony” J. Sanders, 83, of Dunlap, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at CHI Memorial, after a brief illness. He loved his wife, kids and grandkids. He was a very strong man with a tremendous work ethic. At the age of 13, he started working in the coal mines and would later work as a loader and equipment operator for Dunlap Building Stone. He also built Laura’s Market on Cagle Mountain. He was known for his big heart, making people laugh and always being there for everyone who needed him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Vera Cribbs Sanders; daughter, Gloria Pilgrim; and siblings, Leo, Waymon, David, Paul, Wilene and Raymond Sanders, Sally Atterton and LelaMae Seals.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy Joyce Higgenbottom Sanders; children, Laura (Rocky) Layman, Victoria Garrett and Kenneth Sanders; sisters, Rachel Russell and Vinnie McDaniel; 19 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and six great-great grandchildren; along with several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 12 at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Ewton Funeral Home & Cremation Center. Burial will follow in Collier Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. and Monday until time of service.
Ewton Funeral Home & Cremation Center in charge of arrangements and ask that you share condolences and memories for the family on our website at www.ewtonfuneralhome.com.