Myrtle L. Sanders, age 85 went to be with her late husband Donald on Saturday, September 26th 2026, after a short, but pain free battle with cancer.
The family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026, at Halsted-Patrick Funeral Home, 19 North Main Street, Manchester, NY 14513. Myrtle's graveside service will immediately follow visitation at Pioneer Cemetery.
In memory of Myrtle, in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Light Hill Hospice Home, 5160 Parish Street Ext., Canandaigua, NY 14424.
Myrtle was born the daughter of the late John and Susan (Camblin) Kommer on Monday, August 11, 1941, in Canandaigua, New York. She spent her life in the area and attended school in Clifton Springs.
Myrtle found joy in the simple things in life. She was an avid reader and especially enjoyed Danielle Steel novels. She also loved baking, working on word searches, and, most of all, spending time with her family.
Remembering others from the community
Myrtle will be remembered by her sister, Ruth Frind of Lyons and two sisters-in-law, Doloris Kommer and Charmaine Kommer, several nieces and nephews and her son Lee and his wife Cheryl Sanders.
Myrtle was predeceased by her husband, Donald, and her brothers, Robert, William, Clarence "Red", Ronald, Frank, Ray & Walter Kommer.
Please write a memory or condolence to the family by visiting www.halstedpatrickfuneralhome.com
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