Marvin Ellsworth Sanders Jr.

MACHESNEY PARK – Marvin "Butch" Ellsworth Sanders Jr., age 67, of Machesney Park passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family Sunday September 18, 2022. Born in Sparta, WI on August 2, 1955 to Marvin Ellsworth & Virginia Darlene Sanders Sr. (Williams). An avid fisherman, Butch worked as Lead Man for many years at Liebovich Steel. Beloved husband, father, son, grandfather, brother and dear friend; he will remain forever in our hearts.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Diane Sanders (Johnson); children, Brandon (Kathi) Sanders of Janesville, WI, Bobbie (Amy) Cambridge of Rockford, IL, Mike (Lisa) Cambridge of Machesney Park, IL and Natasha (Clay) Coplan of Machesney Park; grandchildren, Tyler Cambridge, Zoey Cambridge and Alissa, Gloria, Nylah & Gibson Coplan; mother, Virginia Sanders; siblings, Bruce (Cindy) Sanders of Machesney Park, IL, Cheryl Vesta of Machesney Park, IL, Scott Sanders of Machesney Park, IL and Gerald Sanders of Rockford, IL. He is predeceased by his father, Marvin Ellsworth Sanders Sr.; daughter, Kimberly Sanders; and nephews, Nathan & Bruce Sanders.

Celebration of Life Memorial held Sunday November 13, 2022 from 12pm -4pm at the Venetian Club, 2180 Elmwood Rd, Rockford, IL 61103. Cremation rites accorded. Christenson Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Memorials to the family.

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