William Penn Saunders's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2024 in Mattoon, Illinois

William Penn Saunders

September 27, 1942 - October 8, 2024 (82 years old)

Mattoon, Illinois

William Penn Saunders's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2024 in Mattoon, Illinois

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Schilling Funeral Home

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William Penn Saunders

September 27, 1942 - October 8, 2024 (82 years old)

Mattoon, Illinois

William Penn Saunders Obituary

In loving memory of William Penn Saunders of Mattoon, Illinois, born in Saint Louis, Missouri, who departed this world on October 8, 2024 at the age of 82. William Penn leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Penn Saunders to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Newton Saunders and Virginia Ethel Saunders (Kimberlin); and his close friends, Patrick and Dianne Daugherty. He is survived by: his significant other Kathryn Saunders; his children, David Alan Saunders of Bear Lake, MI and Amanda L. Miller (James); his grandsons, Austin Saunders (Jessica Moss) of New Baden, IL and David Saunders; his great grandchildren, Weston Saunders and Nora O'Brien; his brother Robert Newton Saunders Jr. (Sharon); and his stepmother Lucille Saunders.

Memorial donations in his honor may be given to the Coles County Animal Shelter or Alzheimer's Association. The family has chosen to send donations to Coles County Animal ShelterDonate Now (https://colescountyanimalshelter.com) Donate to Charity Alzheimer's Association8430 W. Bryn Mawr Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60631.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schilling Funeral Home



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10 Charleston Ave, Mattoon, IL 61938

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