It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Debbie Lee Sanders at the Dryden Regional Health Centre on the morning of Saturday, August 22nd, 2026. She was 66 years old.
Debbie is survived by her husband of 40 years, Gordon Sanders; her sons Josh (grandson Memphis) and Scott; her sister Theresa Hoey; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Debbie enjoyed hosting parties, spending time with family, fishing, and swimming on Thunder Lake where her and Gord raised their two boys. One of her proudest moments was becoming a grandmother to Memphis Sanders on October 26th, 2022.
As per her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will follow on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Dryden Community Funeral Home from 1 – 3 p.m. The interment of ashes will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Second Chance Pet Network, Box 343, Dryden, ON P8N 2Z1
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Janis Wessel says
August 26, 2026 at 12:07 pmWe are so heartbroken to hear this news. To Gord and his sons, I pray for God’s Comfort and Peace to carry you thru this season of loss and deep grief. …. Dave & Janis and family
Chris Marchand says
August 27, 2026 at 8:37 amI was very sad to see of Debbie’s passing. During my high school years I worked with Debbie at KFC and I have so many great memories of her. She was a special person for sure. Sorry for your loss.