April 19, 1954 - March 5, 2026
David Raymond Sanderson, 71, of Steward, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on March 5, 2026. He was born April 19, 1954, in DeKalb, Illinois, to Donald and Evelyn Sanderson, who both preceded him in death.
He is survived by his brothers, Doug Sanderson and Dan Sanderson; his children, Chelsey Sanderson Zuzow and her children Andrew Zuzow and Elaine Zuzow; Bailey Sanderson and her children Thaden McKoy and Harper McKoy; and Austin Sanderson and his children Ella Sanderson and Emersyn Sanderson. He is also survived by his partner, Erica Scudder.
David spent much of his life farming in the Malta area, was a volunteer firefighter, and tended the Union cemetery at Calvary Lutheran Church. His legacy lives on through his children, grandchildren, and the many lives he touched throughout his years.
He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.
Memorial visitation will be from 4-7 P.M. Friday, May 29, 2026 at Calvary Lutheran Church, 19 Perry Road, Lee, Illinois.
The memorial funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Calvary Lutheran Church with Pastor Martha Nelson officiating. Interment of cremated remains will follow in Union Cemetery. Please visit www.TormanFuneralHome.com to sign the online guest book.
My condolences toDave’s family. I worked on Dave’s planter & tractor over several years and really enjoyed working for him. May God bless you all.Comment *
Comment To Davids Family. Sending my condolences
Hoping you find peace in this time of sorrow
He was a good person full of life. I will remember him always as a cousin. He is no longer in pain which helps except his loss
Comment *To David’s family, we send our deepest condolences asking our LORD to comfort you all with His peace and strength in your sorrow. Dave was a good man, and I really prayed as he was in the last of his days. God be with you all..