Michael Lee Sanford, 71, of Keller, Texas, passed away Monday, May 20, 2019, at Green Valley Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in North Richland Hills, Texas.
He was born in Bellefontaine on Jan.15, 1948, to the late Hugh E. Sanford and Betty Corwin Lease.
He was also preceded in death by his brother, Richard “Dick” Sanford.
Mike is survived by his three sons, Rick (Stacy) Sanford, Mike (Colleen) Sanford and Scott (Tricia) Sanford; five grandchildren, Andrew, Matthew, Chase, Madison and Paige; three sisters, Judy (Randy) Seaton, Sandy (Lon) Castle and Louella (Tim) Vermillion; two brothers, Robert (Shirley) Sanford and James (Brenda) Sanford; and several nieces and nephews.
A longtime tool and die maker, Mike enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing, football and was an avid fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes.
Per Mike’s request his body was cremated and no public services are scheduled at this time.
Local arrangements are in care of the Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bellefontaine.
Express condolences at www.edsfh.com.