It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of a devoted husband, proud father, and beloved "Pop." He was a man whose life was defined by hard work, quiet strength, and an unwavering love for his family.

For many years, he worked in construction, earning the respect of everyone who knew him as one of the hardest workers on any job site. Long days, early mornings, and calloused hands were simply part of the life he built—one dedicated to providing for the people he loved most.

At home, he was the heart of his family. As a husband, he was steady and dependable. As a father, he was a teacher of life's simple lessons—work hard, keep your word, and take care of pop your people. But perhaps his favorite title of all was "Pop," a role he carried with warmth and a softness reserved especially for his grandchildren.

When the day's work was done, he enjoyed the simple pleasures in life: settling into his chair with a good Western playing on TV and a cold beer in hand or spending weekends making memories at deer camp. Those quiet evenings, filled with familiar stories of cowboys and open country, were some of his happiest moments.

He will be remembered for his strength, his loyalty, and his work ethic. More than anything, he will be remembered for the love he gave so freely to his family.

Though he is gone from our sight, the lessons he taught and love he built will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

He leaves behind a loving family who will forever miss him and proudly carry forward the legacy of a hardworking man, a devoted husband, a proud father, and a cherished Pop.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Pete and Bonnie Burton of Palestine, 3 brothers, Robert, Jerry, and David, and one granddaughter, Heather. He was survived in death by his wife, Scarlett Sanders of Palestine, one sister, Brenda Kelly and husband Larry of Evening Shade, three sons, Kenneth Sanders and his wife Rhonda of Wynne, Chad Sanders and wife Leann of Biscoe, and Lee Sanders of Palestine.

He had 8 grandchildren: Meredith, Heath, Heather, Kyra, Seth, Gracie, Griffin, and Slate. He also had 2 great grandchildren: Jett and Annie.