Richard "John" Sanders, beloved husband of Kathleen J., nee Keehn; dear father Michael J. (Elizabeth) Johnson, Christina F. Sanders, Diane M. (Mark) Muscia; fond brother of Mary Orlea, Alecia, the late Dawn, and the late Dwayne; loving grandmother of Joseph A. and Jessica M. Muscia. John seemed gruff around the edges, but was the softest of men to those who truly knew him. Visitation 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday with a 7 p.m. chapel service at Grove Memorial Chapel, 1199 S. Arlington Heights Rd., Elk Grove Village. Memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association appreciated. Info 847-640-0566.