Billy Jack Sanders, 85, passed away Monday, March 9, 2020, in Williamsburg.
He leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Beryl; sons, Jon and Mark and their wives; daughter, JoAnn and her husband; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sisters, Reba and Linda; brothers, Bobby and Kenneth and their spouses; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws.
Billy proudly served in the U.S. Air Force achieving the rank of chief master sergeant, the highest rank attainable by an enlisted person. He retired after 29 years of service having been recognized during his military career with numerous decorations, citations, ribbons and awards, including the Vietnam Gallantry Cross, Vietnam Service Medal and Meritorious Service Medal.
After his military career, Billy worked for 16 years as the supervisor of Support Services, Facilities Management, at the College of William & Mary.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, March 13, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Road, Williamsburg. Services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 14, at the funeral home.
The family prefers donations to the Alzheimer’s Association in lieu of flowers.
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