Wade Arlin Sanders obituary

Wade Arlin Sanders, 85, of Heavener was born to Eli and Becky (Jones) Sanders in Bates, Arkansas. He went home to be with the Lord on July 30, 2026 while surrounded by his family at his home.

A memorial service to honor Wade’s life is 2 p.m., Monday at Forrester Baptist Church in Heavener with Reverend Mike Steelman and Brother Mark Cook officiating. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener.

Wade was a dedicated resident of the area. He worked for the Kansas City Railroad as a maintenance of way for many years until his retirement. He cherished his connection to the Forrester Baptist Church, where he was a devoted member for 49 years. Above all, Wade treasured time spent with his family. His absence will be felt deeply by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors are four daughters Denise Lowery and husband Richard, Carletta Lewis and husband Robert, Amy Baker and husband Tony, and Kimberly Flinn; one son Matthew Sanders and wife Lisa; one sister, Cecil Tull; one brother, Robert Sanders; his grandchildren David Lowery, Amber McNutt and husband Brian “BJ”, Kyle Pope and wife Cheyenne, Kira Brice and husband Travis, Joshua Stallings and wife Sarah, Michaela Anderson and husband Brad, Michael Owens and wife Rebecca, Victoria Owens, and Aaron Baker; 20 great-grandchildren; numerous nephews, nieces, other loved ones, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eli and Becky (Jones) Sanders; his wife, Mary (Gordon) Sanders; one daughter, Kimberland Sanders; one son, Ronald Owens; and a great-grandson, Leland Crow.

To sign Wade’s online guestbook please visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com.

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