In Remembrance Of
David Saunders
David N. Saunders, 79, of Gladstone, MO passed away after a strong courageous battle and went to be with the Lord on March 13, 2023.
He was born on October 23, 1943 to Raymond Neil and Marie Anita (Evans) Saunders in St. Joseph, MO. Dave grew up in St. Joseph where he graduated high school.
On March 30, 1963 he was united in marriage to Donna Lee King. After their marriage they made their home in the Kansas City area. His wife, Donna, preceded him in death on March 27, 2010.
He owned and operated D&D Service for many years. Dave enjoyed deer hunting and fishing, spending time with his grandchildren and friends. He was an active member of the Missouri Whitetails Group.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Dennis Saunders and Jerry Saunders; sisters, Donna Smith, Carol Baldwin and Joyce Long; and his granddaughter, D’arcy Lynn Lopez.
He is survived by his two daughters, Dolores Devers and Davetta Bracken; grandchildren, Samara Jahal, Hannah Jahal, Kara (Oscar) Naranjo, Steven Lopez III, Jacob Lopez and Isaac Lopez; great-granddaughter, Ellie; brother, Robert Saunders; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Services: 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 17th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower, MO with visitation one hour prior to the service.
Burial: New Market Cemetery, New Market, MO.
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Richard & Leah Sams
Uncle Dave always had a smile and that mischievous laugh!
The little time I did get to spend with him are happy memories! Your Mom and Dad are truly together forever now! May our loving Lord wrap you in his arms in this time of heartbreak and sadness May the peace of the Lord be with all of you always! Love and hugs to all!
Jeff Long
Dear Family.
As you know, David was a special person in so many ways. He was always so kind to me and to all the family. I loved his humor, intelligence, and generally caring heart. He was an avid deer hunter which from experience taught me how important it was to him as I had the opportunity to hunt with him a couple times in my young adult years along with my Dad, Uncle Bill Long. The most important thing to me was how much my. Mom, Joyce (Saunders) Long loved and adored him. She always spoke so highly of him so it made me a fan from day one. I am grateful to have known him even a little, and you are all in our prayers as you grieve the loss of this special man. Gone from this earth but never forgotten.