Mrs. Edith Sanders

Mrs. Edith Reeves Sanders, age 101, peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, in the comfort of her home in Hampton, Virginia.

Edith was born on January 28, 1924, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Lena Booker Reeves and Marshall Reeves. She later relocated to Phoebus, Virginia, where she built a life rooted in faith, family, and community. She was the eldest of nine siblings and carried that role with strength, wisdom, and grace. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Sanders and grand daughter Letitia Seay.

She leaves to cherish her memory her two devoted daughters, Rita Robinson (James) and Juanita Seay (George), both of Hampton, Virginia; six loving grandchildren, Kevin Congo(Charlene), Kim Bethea, Lisa Seay George Seay Jr., Keith Congo; 11 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren; along with a host of extended family members, church family, and friends.

Edith was a faithful and active member of Canaan Baptist Church in Hampton, Virginia for over 50 years, where she served with unwavering dedication. She was lovingly honored as the Mother of the Church, a title that reflected her wisdom, nurturing spirit, and deep commitment to God and her church family.

Known for her very funny personality, Edith brought joy and laughter wherever she went. She was also well known for her delicious fruit and pound cakes, which she lovingly prepared and shared with family, friends, and fellow church members. Her baking was a true expression of her love, generosity, and care for others.

Edith Reeves Sanders lived a long and meaningful life marked by faith, love, laughter, and legacy. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

It is the desire of the Sanders family that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

The family of Mrs. Edith Sanders has entrusted her final care to C. C. Carter Funeral Home.

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