Ilse Elizabeth Sanders, age 84, passed away at her residence, 13240 Old Route # 86, Edinboro, PA on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 after a two year period of failing health due to pulmonary fibrosis. Born on February 28, 1927 in Marchegg, Austria, she was a daughter of the late Hans and Luise Knopp. On February 11, 1947, she married Ray A. Sanders and they together established their homestead in Washington Township.
Ilse dedicated herself to her husband and family providing for them a loving home. She was a hard working homemaker, enjoyed flower gardening, and classical music. As a member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Drakes Mills, she was an adult Sunday School teacher for many years and was active in the Women’s Church League.
Surviving family members of Ilse in addition to her beloved husband, Ray, of 64 years, include a daughter – Renee of Pittsburgh; a son – Stephen and his wife, Kimberly; two grandsons – Tyler and Ryan; a granddaughter – Wendy Miller and a great granddaughter -Alyssa, all of Edinboro. Also surviving is a brother – Erwin Knopp and his wife, Erika of Marchegg, Austria and a sister-in-law – Loretta Mae Babbitt of Ft. Wayne, IN. Preceding Ilse in death was a son – Randy Sanders and a grandson – Kurt Sanders.
Friends will be received at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Drakes Mills on Friday morning beginning at 10:00 a.m. which will be concluded with a funeral service there beginning at 11:00 a.m. Vicar Brian Riddle will officiate. Interment will be in St. Paul’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 25812 Mount Pleasant Road, Cambridge Springs, PA 16403.
Butch was a part of of my entire life and she and Ray are my parent’s best friends. Every Wednesday night for 15 years my brother and I spent with them and Randy and Renee. Butch was the most awesome and fun person ever and her European homemade cookies were to die for. I’ll always have the best memories of hay rides and hot dog and corn roasts at their house. All my love and sympathy to Ray and Renee.
Renee and family,
I was sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I remember how she made you such pretty clothes and what a striking beauty she was. Please know I am thinking and wondering how you have been doing..and always wish you well. The one thing NO ONE can ever take from us is our memories. ( that is what has gotten me through 3 of my siblings passings these past 3 years) Pondering on the good times, the laughter, and unconditional love is the best gift we can ever be given.
With love and light,
Francy McLallen
ILSE YOU WERE THE SWEETEST LITTLE LADY AND WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL OF US. YOU ARE NOW AT PEACE. RAY–YOU HAVE DICK’S AND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN YOUR LOSS.
My heartfelt sympathy to you, Ray, Renee and Stephen. My prayers are with you. I will most remember Butch and I with our trips to St. Petersburg. God Bless and may she rest in peace, Moe
Dear Sanders Family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. “Butch” was a wonderful woman! Thers was a time in my life, which I believe that I was closer to her than my own Mother.
Much Sympathy,
Ann Roland Richter
P.S. Renee, I’d love to hear from you.
My prayers are with you Renee. Stay strong in this time of remembrance and keep the wonderful memories of your mom rolling through your thoughts and heart. May her peace be your comfort. God be with you and your family.
All my love, Lana
My prayers are with you Renee and your whole family. How insipring a smile your mother has, and I am sure she will keep smiling down on you and her entire family as you all honor her this week, Friday and well beyond.
Peace and blessings from your entire family in Career Development Facilitation at WDPN and the Y’s CDI Team. Call us if you need Renee!
My Dearest Best Friend Ilse,You have ben such a insperation to me,i feel so blessed to have had You in my Life.we had a chance to say Good bye,will miss you like crazy but knowing You are at Peace & wth the Lord makes me feel so much better till i see you again,enjoy your Life in Heaven.Love always
Heidemarie
My heart is with the Sanders family concerning the loss of precious “mama”. I pray for strength and comfort for each and every one of you. All my love, “Pita”
My sweet sweet Aunt..My life will forever change without you in it. You endured so much this past year and you are finally at peace. You fly with the angels Auntie and land on my shoulder once in awhile……..Till we meet again….I love you with all my heart……Your favorite Niece………Sandi