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William Sanford Obituary

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William Bryan Sanford
March 11, 1959 - December 13, 2017
Bill was born in Portsmouth, Virginia to the parents of Robert (Bob) Dean and Betty Ellen Sanford.
Bill's father was in the Navy and settled in Colorado Springs in 1969. Bill graduated from Wasson High School in 1978. Bill and his brother helped their father build a Cabin in 1972 at Eleven Mile Reservoir, it was enjoyed by family and friends over the years. Bill enjoyed sailing, hiking, fishing, telling jokes, and making things from metal or wood and, spending time with grandkids.
Bill lived his life with love and service to others. Those who knew Bill will remember him for his wood working skills, dedication, kindness, and a great sense of humor.
He leaves to cherish his memory, mother Betty; loving wife, Neva; siblings, Roberta (Bill), Pauline (Ken) and Danny; his children Bryan (Sarah), Robert (Melissa), Shannon (Grant), Jason (Constance), Jason (Amy), Devin, Kristy, and Shandra. Bill had eleven grandchildren Nathan, Aubrey, Hayla, Zackary, Rhys, Ayden, Gwendolyn, Jeneva, Joesf, Khole, and Wyatt. He had several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews along with many other relatives that loved him dearly.
Bill was preceded in death by his father Bob Sanford and Jennifer Baker.
Memorial Service, 1:00PM, Friday, December 22, 2017 at Rocky Mountain Calvary Church 4285 N. Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918. (non-denominational church) Dress Casual as jeans are acceptable attire. Reception will be held after the service.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Rocky Mountain Lab Rescue in memory of Bill and his love for dogs. www.rockymountainlabrescue.com

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Published by The Gazette on Dec. 19, 2017.

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Tina Hays

December 21, 2024

You passed on my daughters Birthday. You are missed on a regular basis. No one can measure on a scale of talent and ability. I continue to tell friends and family, there isnt anything Bill couldn´t fix or figure out. Such a gifted human being. Aside from talent, a warm and kind soul you are. Always a place in my heart - it´s where you will remain. Blessings , Tina

Tina Hays

December 13, 2022

Dear Bill, just knowing you are healthy, happy and pain free is a comforting feeling. Of course you were always a happy spirit. What a joy it was to know you. What a talented man you were. Your kindness and willingness to help never unnoticed. You are sincerely missed. Bless you - missing you on many occasions. Tina Hays

Tina Hays

December 13, 2020

Dear Bill, how the time goes by. How often I think of you. Your sweet and kind disposition, always willing to help. How sad you had to leave. Blessings and happiness to you on the other side . No doubt many many others miss you as much and more than I do. In Gods hands you are safe. My Love, Tina

Pauline Orban

January 13, 2018

Miss you Bill!

Shawn Roy

December 22, 2017

It's not everyday and sometimes never in a lifetime that you find a friend like Bill. He was so much to so many and expected nothing in return for his kindness and generosity. I will see you on the other side my friend.

Steve & Linda Lawrence

December 22, 2017

Bill was such a good man with a great talent with wood..He was always one to make ya laugh.my prayers go out to the family ?So sorry for your lose.May he R.I..P. God Bless.

Tina Hays

December 21, 2017

Dear Bill,

How heartbreaking it is to lose a very special person, Bill Sanford.

Having known you for at least 10 years, there will be such a void in my life. You were always there to help, lending a helping hand, giving your expert and experienced advice. In managing properties all my life I found it very difficult to get the help and knowledge that you were always able to provide. If your dear friend, Kevin, didn't have the answer he would always defer to you, stating, "Bill can figure out anything" Never were truer words spoken.
I am so glad I was able to see you, hug you and talk to you last Monday. You had been ill for a very long time.
As you were drifting away you did say that you were looking forward to meeting with your father once again. That meeting had to be a special and most joyous occasion.

Aside from your abilities, too many to mention, you were always kind, honest, level headed, a handsome and sweet man.
I understand the entire family, brother, sisters, parents and your children are a handsome group.

We encounter many people during this life and I am so glad that our paths did cross. You will be genuinely missed, it is a very sad time. God Bless You and embrace you.

Until we meet again, My Love, Tina

Roger Sanford

December 21, 2017

Bill was such a great cousin. We got in to a lot of trouble when we were young, but had a lot of fun doing it. Our time together was adventurous to say the least. Rest In Peace Bill.

Pauline Orban

December 19, 2017

IMy heart is broken. I will miss my sweet handsome brother. Bill will be with dad for Christmas in heaven. Life will never be the same with him gone!

Jeffrey Schatz

December 19, 2017

He was always cool to me and He could build anything. God Bless Him, Neva and his family.

December 19, 2017

You have lost such a loving man and I extend my deepest condolences. May you all be given the peace, comfort, and strength you need to endure this difficult time. (Psaml 86:6,7)

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