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JOHN RONALD SANDER
Peacefully in his sleep, John Ronald Sander, age 90, died on Thursday, July 11, 2024.
He is survived by two of his children, Linda and Carol; daughter-in-law Jill (Ian); his grandchildren, Laura (JD), Sarah (Stuart), Scott (Amanda), Sean, Kristin (Chris), Amy, and Anna; and his honorary grandchildren, Holly (Jerome), Lin, and Pin. In recent years, his greatest joy came from seeing his great-grandchildren, Brooke, Madison, Michael, and Liam (either in person or on video). He is also survived by his sisters, Josie and Elsa as well as his brother Norval.
John was born on January 10, 1934, to Mari and Kolbjorn Sander - immigrants from Norway who lived on a family farm in Faulkner. Kolbjorn was a carpenter who built the homestead, while Mari enjoyed caring for the animals and taught John how to farm. John attended Wooddale School in the area with his four brothers and sisters. Stories were told of the long trek to school either by foot or with the slow old mare. John stopped attending school in grade 8 to help on the farm and a few years later, he began his first business selling suits and men’s clothing. This eventually morphed into John Sander Sales, where he kept local farmers supplied with tires, oil, and farm implements.
In 1971 John married Marjorie, a city girl up for the challenge of country life. Glen and Linda were part of the package deal and Carol and Bruce soon followed. Many happy memories were made on the family farm as John and Marjorie wove family, community, and music together. The home was loud and busy but welcoming to all. John would help anyone and was kind and generous to a fault.
After the death of Marjorie in 2005, John continued to live on the farm, running his business and watching sports on TV from his favourite chair. He remained on the farm until the age of 87, when he was moved to the city by his daughters (much to his annoyance).
John was predeceased by his wife Marjorie (2005), his sons, Glen (2019) and Bruce John (1997), son-in-law Robin (2020), as well as his older brother and best friend Art (2022).
Dad was a kind and gentle soul who never wanted to be a bother to anyone. He never denied his children anything, even if it meant working long hours into the night. His greatest joys in life were the children in his life, right up to the very end.
A celebration of John’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in the Faulkner Community Hall with Dawn Tober officiating. Interment will be held in the Faulkner Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John's memory to the Faulkner Community Club, PO Box 4, Faulkner, MB R0C 0Y0.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 13, 2024, Jul 13, 2024
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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So sorry to hear of John's passing. Linda and Carol our thoughts are with you both. Rest in Peace John. - Posted by: Deney Wojtowicz (Cousin in law) on: Jul 19, 2024
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John was a wonderful man. Kind and gentle. I couldn’t have asked for a better father-in-law. Glen loved him dearly as he did Glen. He always made me feel welcomed in his home and his life. God bless you John you are now reunited with your family. Say hello to Glen for me Eileen - Posted by: Eileen Huggins (Daughter in law) on: Jul 14, 2024
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Dear Jill and family please accept our condolences on the passing of your grandfather and father-in-law. We have fond memories of times spent at his home in Faulkner. May your happy memories help you through this difficult time, Ralph and Dawn - Posted by: Dawn Goling (Friend ) on: Jul 13, 2024
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What a kind, funny man! Enjoyed his stories when visiting the farm. His love of family was evident. - Posted by: Sally Rypkema (Glens Friend) on: Jul 13, 2024
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We enjoyed our visit and help when we needed. - Posted by: Ruby and Ernie Unger (Friend ) on: Jul 13, 2024