Obituary of William M Saunders

William M. Saunders, Jr., 85, of Sicklerville, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at The University Medical Center of Plainsboro at Princeton. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was a resident of Sicklerville for 40 years, before moving to Lawrenceville. William is a retired Chief Petty Officer with the US Navy. He remained in the Reserves and retired from his Military service after 31 years. William was a general supervisor at the US Post Office while still in the Naval Reserves. Some of his hobbies included sports, playing cards and spending time with his family and friends. William was a member of The Young and Restless social club. Son of the late William M. Sr. and Frances L. Saunders; step-son of the late Ruth Gravely husband of the late Clara J. Saunders; he is survived by his children Pamela C. Saunders-Hughes, Erik V. Saunders and Erika V. Saunders; his grandchildren Jared J. Hughes and Siani A. Saunders.; his sisters Lilli Saunders, Florence Saunders Williams, Elizabeth Saunders Johnson, Mary Saunders and Anna Saunders-Nero; and many nieces and nephews. Interment will be held privately and at the convenience of the family. Relatives and friends can gather on Friday, December 1, 2017 from 10:30-11:00AM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. Funeral services will begin at 11:00AM the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society 2600 US Hwy 1, North Brunswick, NJ 08902.