Mr. Tommy Lee Sanders

March 27, 1953 - February 3, 2017

Mr. Tommy Lee Sanders, 63, of Henderson, passed from this life on Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, at his residence. He was born March 27, 1953, to Lee Autry and Hazel Virginia Sanders in Henderson and lived most of his life there. Tommy received his bachelor's degree in computer engineering, but his adventurous spirit chose other paths for his life. He worked as a welder for Letourneau and later owned and operated his own landscaping business, providing services for several homes, businesses, and cemeteries in Rusk County. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee Sanders and Hazel Blevins. Survivors include: step-father, Doug Blevins of Henderson; brother, Bobby Sanders and wife Sylvia of Falfurrias; sister, Terie McClintock of Friendswood; and nephews and niece, Lionel Moreno, Amy Sanders, Matthew McClintock, and Andrew McClintock. A private family burial will be at a later date. Cremation arrangements are with Crawford-A. Crim Funeral Home of Henderson. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.crawfordacrim.com