Michael Lee Sanders Sr.

Michael Lee Sanders Sr.

Michael Lee Sanders Sr., age 73, of Mauston, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

Michael was laid to rest at the Mauston City Cemetery, Mauston, Wisconsin.

Michael was born August 31, 1952 in Illinois to Jess and Margie (Andrews) Sanders.  Michael was united in marriage to Marsha (Mathews) and together had Michelle, Jessica, Michael Jr, and Josie. They divorced & he married Kimberly (Evans) & had 2 sons Jacob and Cody Sanders. Michael drove semi truck for many years.  He also worked in maintenance for years.

Michael enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He enjoyed watching the Packers and the Brewers.

Michael was preceded in death by:  his mother Margie Sanders, father Jess Sanders, sister Patricia Demonbreun, and brother Anthony Sanders.

He is survived by his children Michelle Sanders, Jessica Sanders, Michael Sanders Jr, Josie Sanders, Jacob, and Cody Sanders; his grandchildren: Brandon Sanders, Tyler Coveney, Treavor Sanders, Devin Sanders, Morgan Sanders, Zachary Sanders, & Joseph Sanders. And close friend Marsha Sanders.  Michael also has 3 great-grandchildren.