• Robert Cecil Sanders,

    3 Dec 2018

  • Robert Cecil Sanders, 39 of Austin Arkansas went to be with his Heavenly Father December 3, 2018. Robert was born April 23, 1979, in Jacksonville Arkansas. He was the son of Larry Sanders and the late Clara Jean Sanders, also of Austin. Robert is survived by his wife Kristi Sanders also of Austin, ex-wife Danyel Sanders-Mier of Sheldon Iowa, his children, Tristan Whitmire of Vilonia, Josie Sanders of Jacksonville, Johnna (Dekota) Carpenter of Stuttgart, Jordan Wilkerson (Tyler) Boothe of Chambersburg Pennsylvania, Donovan Sanders and Selena Sanders both of Sheldon Iowa, and Elizabeth Ruthann Davis of Benton, Father-in-law, David Wright of Pansy Arkansas, Mothers-in-law, Mary Lowery of Pine Bluff and Jenny Wright of Pansy. He is also survived by his father, Ronald Larry Sanders of Austin and two grandchildren, Gavynn Boothe and Sawyer Wilkerson both of Chambersburg PA, his grandmother, Martha Rush of Beebe, as well as a sister, a niece, Abby, two nephews Ronnie and AJ along with several members of his extended family.

    Robert attended Happy Hollow Full Gospel Church where he actively sang and ministered to others about his love for God. He was employed by Hanke Brothers Siding and Wilson Home Improvement as an installer and did home construction as a hobby job. He was an amazing and devoted husband and father who loved spending time with his grandson, Gavynn.   Robert had a love for the outdoors and car audio competitions. His other hobbies included shooting pool, kayaking, talking about bow hunting with Donovan, catfishing with Gavynn, and spending his off days with his wife Kristi watching College and NFL football. His favorite team was the New England Patriots because of his spiritual friendship with the wide receiver Cody Hollister, formerly of Arkansas Razorbacks team member. He was a God fearing, loving, kindhearted, husband and father who can never be forgotten. Robert was preceded in death by a daughter, Hayleigh Sanders of Sherwood, his mother Clara, two grandfathers, and a grandmother.

    His unexpected and tragic passing was brought on by doing what he loved most which were helping those in need.

    Services will be at Happy Hollow Full Gospel Church at 3:00 pm, Thursday, December 6th, 2018, with Brother Keith Cotton officiating.

    Arrangements entrusted to Atkinson Funeral Home in Malvern. You may leave condolences at www.atkinsonfuneralhome.net

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  • 18 comments

    Robert was a long time friend that i didnt get to soens alot of time with in the most recent past. But i have so many memoeries of him working on my truck or hanging out with him and the guys just yavi g fun. You will be missed greatly.

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    Go e to soon but not forgotten. Ride high in the sky brother.

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    Robert u will be deeply missed. U were like a brother to me we shared so many good times together. Love u RIP

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    I’m sorry for your loss. You were such a person I could always talk to about anything. Rest In Peace sweet friend.

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    We love you Robert. Rest in Peace's.

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    My dear sweet Robert I am trying to grasp this unfortunate incident but I know you're in a better place for you are with Jesus Christ and others that you love give Mikal a hug Cowboy up

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    I've known him sense I was a teenager. He was big dork and loved to have fun what ever he did in life. It's sad how things work in life. But he loved his family and friends. And he will greatly missed. His family will be in my prayers. I give my condolences to the family he left behind. To become there guardian angel. Looking down apond them.

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    I met Rob at church and he was such a blessing to watch as he sang and testified about our lord and savior Jesus Christ! Prayers for all . Rest In Peace Robert .

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    I love Robert I'm his little cousin he has always been there when I needed him. He will be missed so much. I got so many memories with him. I remember when we would go fishing we would always have a good time just setting there talking and laughing. He would play football, basketball, are soccer with all of us kids. If we got hurt he was making sure we was ok. All the memories that I can share.

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    R.I.P. Robert fly high In the beautiful sky. Dance while you await for the rest of us to meet you there.

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    Loosing a son, father, husband, family or friend is always hard. You may not be here with us anymore, but heaven just got a good man. You're children now have the world's best guardian angel, no one watches over you like your dad. Going to miss you Robert and your sense of humor. Sending love to your family. The Harrison's

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    To the Family, so sorry for your loss. Hope you will be comforted in knowing that Robert has the prospect of being resurrected, healthy (in the flesh), to Paradise Earth just as Jehovah God has promised. In fact , the vast majority will enjoy everlasting life right here on earth as God had intended from the beginning. God's Kingdom will do this under the rule of Jesus Christ. READ John 5:28, 29, Job 14:14, 15,Psalms 37:29,Matthew 6:9,10, Matthew 5:5 and Revelation 21:2-4

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    I met Robert, for the first time, on December 3, 2018. He was a very nice and pleasant young man. He told me that he was going to make my house beautiful. It saddens my heart to know that he has passed away. To the family, you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

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    Ms. Robinson, Thank you so much for taking the time to stop and show your sympathy for Rob's tragic passing. I will forever be grateful for people like yourself that made him into the man he was when he passed. He loved his job, he loved meeting with the homeowners, and getting to see different areas of the state. It is very touching that a customer and stranger if you will, recognized our family in this time of loss. I have to say with great confidence, although Rob isn't there to finish your home, the company he represented will do an amazing job for you, just like he would have if his life hadn't ended. God bless you and thank you again for your kind words. With Love, Kristi Sanders

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    I have a lot of very fond memories of Robert but the best thing that came out of me knowing him is our Son, Tristan.

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    Baby, I have struggled with what exactly I wanted to say here because there is so much to say about you! Let me start by saying how proud I am that I was lucky enough to be your wife until you took your last breath. I love you and miss you every moment of every day. Some days are harder than others, and I honestly don't see any relief in sight of the pain I have from losing you. But I want you to know how very much I love you and that I did love you when you were alive. You had grown into such an amazing husband and father, and I couldn't be more proud of you! Mr. Jerry stopped by to visit today. He misses you as well, we all do. The babies are growing like weeds and I do my best to keep your memory alive with them. Your dad and I have finally come to terms with each other, and that has given me some peace as well. You were taken too soon from us, and we still find ourselves asking why. But I know God had a bigger plan for you, and that your work here was done. Day in and Day out, your memory lives on in our hearts and always will. I remember the day you died, you told me you wanted to spend the rest of your life with me, who knew your life would end just a few hours later. It's so unfair, and hurts so bad. I just hope when you look down on me, you're smiling and can be as proud of all of us holding onto you as we are proud of you. I love you "more" :-) like you always told me, and I always will. Rest in beautiful Blissful peach honey, until we meet again! Love you always, Your wife in life and death, Kristi

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    So sorry to hear this news about Robert. We send our deepest condolences to your family during this very sad time. With each new day may God give the needed comfort and strength to cope. He touched the lives of many others and will be missed. Our loved ones may be gone from our sight but never do they ever leave the special place held for them in our heart.

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    Thank you so much for the kind words. He is missed every second of every day. He was a wonderful man

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