Captain (Ret.) Richard "Dick" L. Sanders
October 10, 2018
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Captain (Ret.) Richard “Dick” L. Sanders, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 10, 2018, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston, Iowa.
Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, October 12, 2018, at Grace Church, 4200 E 25th Street, Des Moines followed by burial with honors at Glendale Cemetery. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the funeral, with family present.
Richard was born November 28, 1934, in Centerville, Iowa to Roy Sanders and Dora Brooks Sanders. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from June 16, 1954 to December 4, 1957.
Richard was a Des Moines Police Officer from February 16, 1962 until July 16, 1993. He earned the rank of Captain and served in this capacity from February 4, 1991 until his retirement in 1993. Richard was the first African American person to attain the rank of Captain in the history of the Des Moines Police Department.
Richard is survived by his children, Rebecca Sanders, Renee Lewis, Richard Sanders, Jr., Rod (Christa) Sanders, Randy Sanders, Ryan Sanders, and Brandy (Bret) Jensen, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and many special friends.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Beverly in 2007, sisters, Marjorie Ousley, Dorothy Peniston, and Bernice Sanders, as well as his parents.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Schelley Sanders Scott
09/11/2019
I am so sorry not to have met my cousin Richard Sanders. Our family is related to him and his family and I did not find out until after my father passed in 2007. To my family that i have never met. You are in my prayers.
Niece Cecile (CC)
10/25/2018
'Memories don't leave like people do', but WE'LL ALL remember those best ever homemade chocolate chip cookies--so-o heavenly--you'll forever hold a special place in my heart, 'cause Love NEVER faileth--RIP Unc!
Peggy Gassberry-Jenkins
10/16/2018
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was such a good friend of my Dad's (Gass), I hope they are hanging out again after 34 years.
I loved your Dad's laugh and his sense of humor. He was always kind and a gentleman.
My Chiropractor's nurse was just mentioning him last month, as he and my Dad used to hang out at the Hotel on 6th Avenue in the restaurant where she worked at that time.
RIH Captain Sanders!
Sending prayer's and love to your family!
DJ Jensen
10/14/2018
So vert, very sorry to all for your loss. Time will help heal your pain. Hold tight to your memories and he will live forever in your hearts.
The Reed Sisters (Diane, Jeanine and Bobbie)
10/12/2018
You have our deepest condolences. My God strengthen you all during this difficult time.
Netta Dillon
10/12/2018
Brandy and family, My sincerest and deepest condolences. Prayers to comfort and lift the family. I had the pleasure of meeting Richard when he lived in San Diego via Brandy. He will be remembered as a true warrior because he overcame many illnesses and surgeries.
Loss is not easy, no matter how. no matter when but when know our loved one is at peace, we can cope though we never heal.
God Bless this family
Courtney Willis Gozalka
10/12/2018
Richard,
I absolutely loved getting to know you the past 3 years that I was blessed to be your nurse. Who would have thought you would be my dads (Kelly Willis) captain, and then all of these years later I got to work with you. I loved hearing all of your stories. I loved the story of you and Dad chasing raccoons out of your attic, and how Beverly would always laugh at my dad. You were special. I will miss your laugh. I will miss your orneriness. Ill never forget the day when we figured out that you knew my dad as just a young cop from DMPD. Such a small world and it came full circle.
To Brandy and Gerry:
You guys are wonderful. I appreciate you both and all that you did for us. Richard was something truly special. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am deeply saddened I am unable to attend either service. You are in my heart!
May God Bless You and Keep You.
Courtney, RN
Gail Bailey
10/11/2018
Uncle Richard those fond memories of you the way you said my name"gailrita" and the delicious cinnamon rolls you enjoyed of mother's. Now you with our loved ones and resting in the arms of the Lord. RIP uncle Richard.
Thomas
10/11/2018
To a great police officer that did his job always above board I salute you Buddy....love you forever...
Joseph and Mary Beth Barnes
10/11/2018
With deepest sympathy and prayers for strength and comfort to the family. May God bless you and keep you. "Big Rich" will truly be missed. Love to all.
Dave Brown
10/11/2018
Another extraordinary legend from the DMPD has gone on to his just reward. Captain Sanders was a very fair man to work for. And for that reason, he was respected by all who knew him.
His family should be very proud of the service he gave to this community. We were all blessed to work with him and have him consider us his friends.
sherri thomas(Brundige)
10/11/2018
I truly enjoyed visits with you when you were my husbands Capt.Sgt Lewis Brundige, and when you guarded us at Prairie Meadows, you are a fine man and very nice ,prayers for your family, R.I.P
Sherri .
Kim (Sanders) Hubbard
10/11/2018
To my Loving Uncle's Family. I know your hearts are filled at this time of sadness, but just remember the wonderfully man he was; his laugh, his smile, the joy in his eyes when he talked about his family. These are all the things we will miss. Love you Uncle Richard, thanks for naming me all those years ago. May you rest in peace with your loving sisters that preceded you.
Sophia Sanders
10/11/2018
Uncle Richard you know I loved you, I will miss our Sunday talks and hearing you laugh. Absent from the body, present with the Lord. May God bless and give strength to your family.
Janelle Jones
10/10/2018
Unfortunately I haven't had the pleasure of seeing or talking to you lately, but I've always enjoyed the time and conversations we did have. I'll make sure to have a breakfaat burrito from Pete's for you! Rest peacefully Uncle Richard. Love always