Earleen Sanders
August 24, 1943 - February 6, 2022
Ms. Earleen Sanders, 78, of Peoria, IL passed away at her residence surrounded by family. She was born on August 24, 1943, in Gunnison, Mississippi to Bobby Joe Leakes and A.D. Sanders. Earleen worked at Caterpillar and later at District 150 as a foster grandmother. She was a very caring person who loved to spend time with family and friends. She also an excellent cook. Earleen is survived by her daughter Tina Sanders, brother Army Joe (Margaret) Leakes, 8 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren, a host of nieces and nephews, many cousins, and her special cousin Linda Bee Warfield. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Josephine (Noonie) McKinley, and one son, Brian Sanders. Schmidt-Haller Burial & Cremation Services are assisting the family with arrangements. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorial Services will be held at 1pm on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Sovereign Grace Missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. Christopher Duncan will officiate. Online condolences may be left at www.schmidt-haller.com.
Ms. Earleen Sanders, 78, of Peoria, IL passed away at her residence surrounded by family. She was born on August 24, 1943, in Gunnison, Mississippi to Bobby Joe Leakes and A.D. Sanders. Earleen worked at Caterpillar and later at District 150... View Obituary & Service Information