Wayne Sanders

Wayne H. Sanders

1945 - 2018

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Obituary of Wayne H. Sanders

Wayne passed away May 25, 2018 in Tumwater, Washington, where he was born December 22, 1945 to Emma and Wayne H. Sanders, Sr. He graduated from Washington State University, and served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Wayne married Sandy Hillman on November 3, 1984 in Tumwater. Professionally, he was a mortgage lender at Olympia Federal. He was a member of the Tumwater Kiwanis, and held various offices over the years. Wayne and Sandy loved to travel and always took their golf clubs with them. Wayne especially enjoyed spending time on the Oregon Coast…a little beach time, a little golf. His favorite spot was central Oregon, but he also loved exploring Washington and California. Come January every year, he was ready to seek out the sun and golf. In addition to golf in Hawaii, he would often spend all day watching whales from his balcony. Wayne was an avid fisherman. He and his cousin, Buck, grew up fishing and hanging out together. This special relationship continued through their whole lives. They had the most fun on their annual trip to Seku to catch salmon. Wayne found joy in simple things, feeding the birds and squirrels, watering the lawn, and “puttering” around the house. He also loved spending time with his family, and enjoyed creating good memories and having fun with all of his nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews who lovingly called him as “Uncle Frog.” His house was always an open door to them. He will be remembered for his quiet humor and for being a diehard WSU Cougar fan. Go Cougs! Wayne is survived by his wife, Sandy Sanders; and many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Please leave memories of Wayne or condolences for his family in the Guestbook below.
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Service Information:

A celebration of Wayne’s life will be held, Sunday, June 10, 2018, 2:00 p.m. at River’s Edge Restaurant at Tumwater Valley Golf Course, 4611 Tumwater Valley Drive SE, Olympia, WA 98501.