Obituary
Babra Sanders, 75, of Deer Creek, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 3:22 am at UnityPoint Health Methodist in Peoria.
Babra was born on February 19, 1940 in White House, TN to Ruben and Josephine Marley Sanders.
She is survived by her children, Gail (Ed) Hayes of Deer Creek, Joyce Young of Barry, IL, Jeannie (Alvin) Mowen of Liberty, IL, Wade Talley of Perry, IL and Lee Talley of Ozark, AL; six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild; and her beloved companion, Pooh.
She was preceded in death by her parents and one grandson.
Babra worked as a seamstress for the American Eagle Airlines and was a homemaker. She loved to read in her free time and enjoyed traveling the country. She also was very committed to be an organ donor after she passed.
She was very proud of her family. She was loved by her family and wishes them to remember better times. Many will miss her giving nature and friendship. Breathe easy now and move on to your next big adventure.
Deiters Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington is assisting the family with cremation arrangements, at Babra's request no services will be held.
The family would like to express a heartfelt thank you and deepest appreciation for the compassion exhibited to the amazing and gifted care givers who truly have a special calling at UnityPoint Health Methodist CVICU.
Memorial contributions may be made to Taps Animal Shelter, St. Joseph Indian School, and to the family c/o First Security Bank in Deer Creek, IL.