^{Ernest Sanders, III was born January 19, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio to Ernest Sanders, Jr & Susie Brown, the eldest of 5 children. He attended Cleveland Public Schools: Bee Hive Elementary, Nathan Hale Jr High & John Addams High School.  He worked as a mechanic, and he loved fishing.}

 ^{A man who loved to laugh, family & friends have fond memories of the many jokes he would like to play. His playful character made him easy to get along with children. Family & friends trade stories on the times he spent with them and the funny experiences that took place.}

 ^{His closest companion and service animal since 2016, Bradshaw, a Bull Terrier, meant the world and traveled everywhere with him. He was keenly alert to Ernests’ illnesses and was always right at his side. A very gentle and attentive animal, he became endeared to many who would serve Ernest as nurses, doctors & staff in hospitals and medical facilities in various parts of the country.  Everybody loves Bradshaw, he is a part of the family and has made many friends along the way.}

 ^{Ernest was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Sanders, Jr, and sisters Lilian Wright & Rochelle Hurd.  Ernest leaves to cherish his memories, his mother, Susie Brown, Sister, Minnie Williams & Brother, Timothy Sanders, 5 children:  Gail Horhn (Paul), Julian LeSure, Bruce Summerville, Aisha Sanders & Breanna Monet Scott (Josh) along with grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts & uncles, and many dear friends.}