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LEE MARSHALL SANDERS

Date of Passing: Jan 12, 2014

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LEE MARSHALL SANDERS It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Lee Sanders in Palm Springs, California, at the age of 23 years, due to complications of acutely recurrent leukemia on Sunday, January 12, 2014. Mourned by his father Robert, loving sister Mary, grandmother Marjorie Sanders of Manitou, grandfather Maurice Skuba of Kelowna and extended family, particularly aunt Mary and uncle Michael Woloski and their children Rachel and John of Virginia. He is also survived by his second family in the Deaf Community of Winnipeg, Kenneth and Jasenka Dans and their children. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jane, grandfather, Cecil Sanders and grandmother Frances Skuba. Lee was born to face many medical challenges. Despite this he always had a smile. Sometimes this meant mischief but usually it just went with his sunny disposition. He persevered through open heart surgery, a broken neck and H1N1 but finally faced a disease he could not overcome. Born deaf he attended Sign Talk Day Care and then Manitoba School for the Deaf where ASL became his language. He loved his teachers, his classmates and the social life at school where he enjoyed great times on stage and in the gym. Swimming was his favourite thing. He was still in the pool in California in December. Summers at Lac du Bonnet building a cabin with Ken and Jasenka were the highlight of the last couple of years. His families would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the Desert Regional Medical Center for their care. A memorial service celebrating Lee's life will be held in the Forrest Nickerson Theatre, Deaf Centre Manitoba, 285 Pembina Highway at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2014. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 25, 2014

Condolences & Memories (25 entries)

  • I just found out about Lee's passing from another Special Olympics mom where Lee was a member of our Special Olympics Superstars Group. It is sad to hear of his passing and my heart goes out to his Dad and sister. I remember Lee joining us for a few years with his mom Jane. Lee was always all over the gym and full of energy. He was strong in character and might. We will miss him! Regards, Roxana - Posted by: Roxana Mazur (Special Olympics Coach - Superstars) on: Feb 09, 2014

  • Lee was an Athlete with Special Olympics Manitoba where he and my sons became instant friends. Lee loved badminton and played with my son Steven often. Words and signs not required. Our deepest sympathy to Lee's family. - Posted by: Carol Yaschuk (friend) on: Feb 09, 2014

  • My sincerest condolences to Robert and Mary Ellen. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Elizabeth Skuba (cousin) on: Feb 04, 2014

  • I can remember Lee came our farm with his Dan's family for Roast Pig Supper. He was enjoyed and jumpy on our big trampoline long hours and big laugh. He was so sweet smile and good spirit. I miss your smiling face. Rest in peace, Lee. - Posted by: Charlene Arnold (Friend) on: Feb 02, 2014

  • I can't imagine what life would have been like for Lee if he did not have such caring parents who had introduced him to the Deaf community. I am sure Lee was greeted with love by his mother. May the memory of Lee comfort us in these difficult times. Our heartfelt condolences to Robert, Mary, Saunders and Dan's family on the loss of your loved one. - Posted by: Teresa Fleming () on: Jan 31, 2014

  • Our condolences to Robert and the Saunders family for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you all. Rest in Peace, Lee. - Posted by: Iris and Mark Benson Victoria, B.C. (Friend) on: Jan 30, 2014

  • Our condolences to Robert and the Sanders family for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you all. Rest in Peace, Lee. - Posted by: Iris and Mark Benson (Friend) on: Jan 30, 2014

  • Our condolences to you all from Kucharski family and clients/cindy and christie/ - Posted by: Jacek () on: Jan 27, 2014

  • Lee you were a beautiful person. Remebering your warm smile and delightful sense of humour. Rest well. - Posted by: Shannon Friesen (Social Worker) on: Jan 27, 2014

  • Lee, You will always be missed in the Deaf community and church. We always cherish your Laugh, your LOVE, and your positive attitude. You have touched everyone's heart every day. Even you have fought the battle but you still show postive side of yourself and didn't show any pain or suffering. You now are reunited with your mom once again, and be with Jesus. Have fun in Heaven. LOVE YOU LEE. We will always remember you every day. - Posted by: Vanecia & Michael Austria (Friend) on: Jan 27, 2014

  • I remember Lee comeing to STCC with cute smiles and engery in him. He can be mischief in while. I have enjoyed working with him. Rest in Peace and reunited with mom. miss and love you Lee. - Posted by: Tara Caithness (used to work with him at STCC) on: Jan 26, 2014

  • I looked after Lee at STCC and also did respite with him. He was such a wonderful little man and his smile was infectious! I have thought of him many times over the years and was incredible saddened to hear he has passed. He always has and will continue to have a place in my heart. Robert and Mary, I am sending prayers to get you thru this difficult time. Rest in peace Lee. I know your mom must be so happy to have you back in her arms. The world will miss your smile. - Posted by: Deane Fran (From STCC) on: Jan 26, 2014

  • I will always miss Lee every day. Lee is very patient, friendly, laugh, tease, smile & sad. He had been thru his illness for long time and suffered but he is very strong, positive attitude with family, care providers and D.R.E.A.&M program and M.SD school plus Deaf Community. Peace In rest. Lee is always in my heart and never forget him forever. I miss him. - Posted by: Elaine Newhook () on: Jan 26, 2014

  • Lee was my classmate in junior high. He entertained the class with a lot of funny jokes and sign language. We loved him so much and would always be on his side all the time. Going to miss that awesome dude. It won't be the same anymore. But he will always be my classmate and I will always remember him for rest of my life. Go and have a good time in the heaven, Lee. - Posted by: Anonymous (classmate/friend) on: Jan 26, 2014

  • used to work with new direction and lee would be there with a great big smile from ear to ear and also great sense of humour. he would come and visit friends that new him at darts. missing you lee. RIP buddy. hugs. - Posted by: Bobbi (Friend) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • I knew Lee when he attended Sign Talk Children's Centre. I remember a boy full of energy, always with a smile on his face and a hello to be given. An all around great kid. The world will not be the same without him. Rest in Peace Lee. - Posted by: Heather () on: Jan 25, 2014

  • Lee is one of those children who wiggled into my heart and never left! I remember him as a preschooler with those cute blue overalls. He was very playful and fun. Robert and Mary - I am thinking of you both and wishing you peace during the very sad time. - Posted by: Liana Price (past teacher at STCC) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • Worked with Lee a few times and always said hello to him, even chatted with him a bit to understand what he was talking about.. Such a sweet guy and he will be remembered by all, especially me.. God bless him.. Amen. - Posted by: Roman Arseny (deaf support serviice worker) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • Growing up with Lee was a privilege. I'd pack my barbies and bring it for Lee to play with on the school bus. He always seemed to have a smile on his face. He led one beautiful life and touched many others. I'm happy to know that he reunited with his loving and caring mother now. - Posted by: Karli Stephenson (Friend of Lee) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • My condolences to Robert and the Sanders Family as well as Kenneth and Jasenka Dans's family for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with u all! - Posted by: Sheila Montney (Previous Sign Talk worker and member of Deaf Community) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • Condolences from The Montney Family. My wife told about Lee was in Daycare. He was smiling and friendly toward to people. I worked with Lee at D.R.E.&More and I will miss Lee. His spirit's heart will within my Heart. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Aaron Montney (Support Worker/ Clinical Case Manager) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • I know Lee when he was a young boy that attended Sign Talk Children's Centre (bilingual daycare) when I worked there. He was so cute and had a great smile!! Now I work at Deaf Centre Manitoba Inc, from time to time, I have seen him at some events that he really loves to visit us with beautiful smile. I know he will be joined with his mother in heaven so we Deaf Community will miss him. Rest in Peace Lee! - Posted by: Sheila Montney (Previous Sign Talk worker and member of Deaf Community) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • I am there to tell the story about Lee Sanders. There's so many blessings from him. Spread your joy from his infectious smile. This young man, he had a beautiful life and now is in heaven bright with his beautiful mom that he have no longer suffering. All we have to say you know that we love you in our heart, Lee Sanders. - Posted by: Danica M (Classmate) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • I see him in deaf community. he's such a sweetheart. I sadly will miss him. my heart goes to lee's family. rest in peace. love jenny stankewich - Posted by: Jennifer stankewich (Friends ) on: Jan 25, 2014

  • Sympathy goes out to Lee's Family, I worked with Lee at the Day Program (D.R.E.A.& M.) Lee always made me laugh, fun and humour. Lee loves to chat and his favorite shows are Ben 10 and Pokemon. Lee's spirit will be in my heart forever. Rest in Peace Lee. - Posted by: Mrs Jo-Anne Halas (Working with Lee at Day Program ) on: Jan 25, 2014

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