Andrew William Saunders, Jr., born Oct. 22, 1938 in Key West, to Andrew & Irene (Guito) Saunders, died peacefully in his home on Nov. 28, 2022 at the age of 84. He is survived by his wife of 63 years Helen (Vessichio) Saunders; brother Steven Saunders; children Kim (David) Hainline, Scott (Tammy) Saunders, & Kristie (Jose) Hernandez; grandchildren Monika (Andrew) Toppino, Nicholas Moreno, Norman (Erika) Wood III, Brooks and Morgan Saunders, Ashley (Gregg) and Amber Hernandez; great grandchildren Truett, Ryatt & Capri Toppino; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother Christopher Saunders.

A funeral mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec 3, at The Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea, Key West. Celebration of life to follow at the Shark Key Clubhouse, Shark Key. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys are appreciated.