Larry J. Sanders, 82, of Opelika, passed away Nov. 4, 2022. Mr. Sanders was born March 23, 1940, to Chester and Eunice Sanders in Newville, Alabama. He was a member of Lake Martin Baptist Church in Dadeville, Alabama and also many civic organizations in the community. He retired from Alabama Power in Dadeville, Alabama after 35 years of service.

Mr. Sanders is survived by his wife of 60 years Judith Folds Sanders; children Susan S. Patterson (Lance) of Tallassee, Alabama, Kathy Ray (Justin) of Chesapeake, Virginia; grandchildren: Laney Green, Ryan Green, Alivia Ray, Alex Ray; siblings: Mariann Granberry (Herman) of Ozark, Alabama, Betty Blume of Colorado; brothers-in-law Billy W. Folds (Doris) of Opelika, George W. Folds (Lena) of Beauregard; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Nov. 9, 2022 at Jeffcoat-Trant Chapel.

In lieu of flowers the family request to make donations to your favorite church or charity.