Troy Lee Sanders Jr.

Troy Lee Sanders, Jr. is predeceased by his grandpa and grandma, Franklin and Ethelene Sanders, and grandpa, John Chaney. He is survived by his daughter, Tayler Sanders and her significant other Sha’Onta McCollum, of Fayetteville; granddaughter and grandson, Neveah and Jaedyn McCollum, both of Fayetteville; significant other, Margaret “Christy” Tolar, of Fayetteville; father, Troy Sanders, Sr. and his significant other Melissa Riddle, of Wilmington; mother, Cecilia Burke, of Fayetteville; brother, Freddie Barfield, Jr., of Fayetteville; sister, Teresa Cole and husband Chad, of Hope Mills; niece, Brittany Fulcher, and great niece, Layah, of Hope Mills; Roy Fulcher III and wife Anni, of Virginia Beach; nephew, Jordan Griffin, of Fayetteville; and grandma, Cecilia Chaney, of Fayetteville. Our Son As we write this, we have broken hearts that our son, Troy Jr., has left us at a young age of 47. Our lives will certainly never be the same. It's hard to imagine that he is no longer here with us. He will always be in our hearts, and one day we will be together again. We had and continue to have a wonderful son of whom we are so very proud. He was a wonderful Dad, Husband, and Grandfather. We remember the day he graduated from the Police Academy. We were so proud of his accomplishments, and Troy was so excited about his career. His excitement was like that of a small child at Christmas; bright eyes and such a big smile. As time continued, he had the same bright eyes and smile when his daughter, Tayler, was born. He was one proud Dad. There are so many things that our children, family, and friends do that we take for granted because everyone is living in such a fast-paced life. We all have said or heard, "If there is something you want to do or say, do it today, for we are not promised tomorrow." As much as I can, I will tell you one thing on the lighter side; my Daughter, Teresa, and Brother, Olin, always pulled for the Dallas Cowboys while Troy and I always pulled for the Redskins. Just a little, fun thing we would do. Rest in Peace, Son. You will always be with us. We love and miss you. We know you are now at peace, and are with your Grandparents. Love, Daddy and Momma From Tayler: My dad had a very big heart. He would always come to my rescue, no matter the situation. Growing up, he would tuck me in every night, even as a teenager and would tell me he loved me over and over again before leaving the room. He would do anything for me. Dad was my true hero and protector. He has notes all around his house that say, "I love you, Tayler." My dad and I had many, many good times and some trying times but I would not have traded him for anything in the world. I love you, Dad! Tay Tay My handsome Uncle, Death was never something I used to think of at all. I've never acknowledged the true reality of how life would change after, or all of the feelings that come with losing someone you love and care about, especially when it's family. :\ We may have hardly ever seen each other or talked as much as we should have, yet I had a special bond with you and I knew at any time or day that if I needed someone to talk to, you would always reply back. I knew I'd never be judged by you and always reminded you of the same. You probably knew more of the "real me" and about me than most of our family. I will always cherish that. Our personalities were so much alike: we were the goofy ones with a big heart. I would always get excited when I knew you'd be at one of our family functions. As soon as I walked in, you'd be smiling just as much. You'll always be the king of break-dancing (haha!). Freddie has some big shoes to fill. It won't ever be the same without you here. You were the comedian who made everything more fun, yet you've always let me know that you would always be a "protector" to me since I was a little girl. We were the "cool" ones with the Good Looks! (Which, I know, I got from you). Your LAUGH is one of the things no one will ever be able to forget; that goofy laugh... I can hear it now. I love you, Troy, forever and always. Wait! I know everyone already knows, but there was only one other girl from day one who outshines your beautiful niece: your twin, daughter, and world. You'd brag and remind me of how lucky you were (and of course how lucky she was. LOL). Even though it really does hurt to know you really are gone, I know you're better now; no more pain and hurt. Love you, Brittany From Teresa: My Brother Troy had a heart of gold. Growing up, he would get on my nerves with his "macho" ways. I can recall a time or two that I had to set him straight. A little tap on the nose was all it took. Troy had a sensitive nose that slightly bled easily, which helped me out. As we grew older, we were not as close as we should have been, but we were still there for each other. He knew not to mess with me and he also knew I wouldn't let anyone mess with him. But, as much as we all tried, there were still demons that grabbed him from the inside that none of us could protect him or save him from. Troy was no longer a social butterfly. If you spoke to Troy, more than likely you reached out to him. Before the conversation was over, Troy would tell you he loved you, probably more than once. On Wednesday 8-7-19, Troy joined many beautiful souls, as his struggle was over. I am positive our grandma Ethelene is telling him he is no longer lost and welcomed him home. I love you and miss you! XOXOXO Your #1 Sister From Freddie: If you knew my brother Troy, you knew he was a very loving person. Troy wasn't a people person and it was hard for him to talk to people. Troy was always straight forward with me and tried to always watch over me. Troy and I made a lot of memories, good and bad. Many times, Troy would jerk me up and knock some sense into me. I always looked up to Troy and Troy was always there for me, any time of the day of night. I can hear him now on the phone with Tayler, telling her a million times that he loved her, until she said she loved him too. It's like he never wanted to hang up. Troy was always very apologetic if he did something he wasn't proud of. You will be missed, Troy. Love you Your Baby Brother, Freddie A service will be held on Saturday, August 17th at 12 o’clock at Faymont Baptist Church, 3663 Cumberland Rd Fayetteville, NC 28306 In lieu of flowers, send donations to: My Rover-Reese Fellowship Homes 560 Wilkes Rd. Fayetteville, NC 28306

Troy Lee Sanders Jr.

September 24, 1971 - August 7, 2019