Donald E. Saunders, 73, of St. Meinrad, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville.
He was born June 12, 1949, in Floyds Knobs, to the late Marvin and Louise (McKinley) Saunders. He is survived by his loving companion of 41 years, Sandra Staup and their daughters, Lisa (Perry E. Jr.) Blackford and Tina Morgan; grandchildren, Amber (Corey) Hartley, Keisha (Schuyler) Dorsey, Cody (Cassie) Staup, Brittany (William) LeClair, Heather Aubin, Jessica Aubin and Samantha Aubin; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Donald was a beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather who loved being with his family. He retired from Masterbrand Cabinets and was a member of St. Meinrad Sons of the Legion. Donald enjoyed dancing, mushroom hunting, fishing, four wheeling, old westerns, and trying to get lost on lazy Sunday drives. He loved his two dogs, MooseWayne and Mac.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 11 from 10-11 a.m. CT at Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand. A graveside service will follow at St. Meinrad Church Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.becherfuneralhome.com.
