Mr. Cecil Edward Sanders, Jr., age 85, of Jonesboro, passed away on December 12, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Sanders. He is survived by his children, Suzanne Dills of Jonesboro, Byron Sanders of Jonesboro, Marcia Campbell of Forest Park, Valerie Sanders of Jonesboro; brothers, Paul (Elaine) Sanders, Gibbs (Carmen) Sanders; grandchildren, Adam (Breanne) Sanders, Melissa (Chris) Harris, Jimmy Dills, Kent (Kathy) Campbell, Tyler (Sandy) Campbell, Kurtis Campbell; 13 great grandchildren; extended family, Marie Sanders and Sue Carson. A Graveside Service will be held at 3:30PM on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at Jonesboro City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home the day of the service from 1-3 PM. In lieu of flowers make contributions in his name to: The American Heart Association at www.donatenow.heart.org or call 1-800-242-8721. Ford-Stewart Funeral Home, Inc., Jonesboro/Stockbridge 770-210-2700. www.fordstewartfuneralhome.com