Gerald “Bud” Sanders, age 96 of New London passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021 at Appleton Retirement Community.
Bud was born on March 13, 1925 in New London to the late John and Leona (Genz) Sanders. He was united in marriage to Valois “Pete” Peters on September 20, 1947. She preceded him in death in 2012. Bud was a WWII Veteran. He worked at Cristy’s Department Store for 37 years and was well known for his customer service skills. Bud finished his career in sales at Marshal Fields and Ehlke’s Shoe Store. He was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church in New London. Bud was an avid Brewers, Bucks and Badgers fan!
Bud is survived by a son Steve (Sandy) Sanders, Appleton and a grandson Jared. He is further survived by nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Bud was preceded in death by his wife and parents.
The Christian Funeral for Gerald will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at Emanuel Lutheran Church in New London with Rev. William Heiges officiating. A visitation for Gerald will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday. Full military honors will be held. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery, Town of Caledonia. Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com
The family would like to thank the staff at Appleton Retirement Community for the wonderful care they gave Bud.
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