Steven "Steve" O. Sanders

May 3, 1955 - November 29, 2020

Steven "Steve" O. Sanders, age 65, of rural Viola died Sunday, November 29, 2020, at Pine Valley Community Village in Richland Center, WI. He was born on May 3, 1955, in Beloit, WI, the son of James and Marilyn (Oates) Sanders. He married Peggy Ann McIntyre on November 28, 1975. He was a kind and gentle man who loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Steve enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and target shooting. He was a Willy’s Jeep enthusiast and an animal lover, especially his labs and golden retrievers. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Sanders of Viola, WI; a son, Stevie (Cassandra) Sanders of Boaz, WI; a daughter, Audrey (John) Hamilton of Eau Claire, WI; 3 grandchildren, Hadley Sanders of Boaz, WI, Haven and River Hamilton both of Eau Claire, WI; his mother, Marilyn Sanders of Richland Center; 3 brothers, Dale (Wendy) Sanders of Watertown, WI, Mark (Sue) Sanders of Littleton, CO, Chris (Angie) Sanders of Fort Dodge, IA; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, James Sanders. A Celebration of Steve’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, cards may be sent to: Peggy Sanders 15547 Thirteen Road Viola, WI 54664. .