William Sanford Obituary

Age - 82

October 7, 2023

Harrodsburg, KY

William Sanford 82, of Harrodsburg, died Thursday, October 5, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loved ones. Born July 13, 1941, he was the son of the late Charles Sanford and Emma Drury Sanford. He was a member of Bohon Christian church and he retired from Hallmack as a manufacturing manager. William loved watching Nascar, watching UK basketball games, racing cars and spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include his beloved wife, Doris Cheatham Sanford, one son; Stephen (Sherri) Sanford of Clermont, Florida, one daughter; Terri (Scott) Bivins of Lawrenceburg, three brothers; Darrell (Sue) Sanford of Nicholasville; Gary (Kathy) Sanford of Harrodsburg and Harold (Ann) Sanford of Texas, one sister: Carol Pinkston of Harrodsburg, three grandchildren; Brian (Heather) Royalty; Nicole (Kenneth) Monroe; Carrie (Chris) Leonardo, three great grandchildren; Nick Royalty; Katie Monroe; Jesse Leonardo. In addition to his parents, he was also proceeded in death by two brothers; Charles Sanford, Duane Baxter; two sisters; Geraldine Peyton, and Ida Rose Bottom. There are no services at this time. Alexander & Royalty Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To share your memories or to leave a message for the family, please visit: www. alexanderandroyalty. com

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