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In memory of
Rabon Victor Sanders
July 3, 1948 - September 26, 2021
Jul 3, 1948 - Sep 26, 2021
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Update from April 19, 2026
Obituary
SANDERS, Rabon Victor gained wings overnight September 26, 2021 at his home in downtown St. Petersburg, FL from cardiac arrest combined with a long battle with complications from polio/post-polio syndrome.
A beloved and familiar figure in the downtown St. Pete community, Rabon left behind a legacy of resilience, quiet strength and heartfelt connection that touched many lives.
A survivor of childhood polio, Rabon met life’s challenges with unwavering courage and grace.
Residing at the old …
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Memorial events are private
While Rabon's local Baha'i Faith held a small private service on zoom amongst themselves, if there was an actual public celebration of life I don't know I didn't get invited and so all I know is his ashes were scattered in The Gulf of Mexico.
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What did Rabon love to do?
Play with Gracie, be out and about enjoying the neighborhood, offer comforting words and life…
What did Rabon love to do?
Play with Gracie, be out and about enjoying the neighborhood, offer comfo…
What did Rabon love to do?
Play with Gracie, be out and about enj…
What always reminds me of Rabon?
Comfort, wisdom, humor, empathy, boundaries, inspiration, persistence, honesty, truthfu…
What always reminds me of Rabon?
Comfort, wisdom, humor, empathy, boundaries, inspiration, persisten…
What always reminds me of Rabon?
Comfort, wisdom, humor, empathy,…
What's the most fun I ever had with Rabon?
That's a hard one to think about. I'd have to give some deep thought to it.
Ea…
What's the most fun I ever had with Rabon?
That's a hard one to think about. I'd have to give some d…
What's the most fun I ever had with Rabon?
That's a hard one to t…
Rabon's Belongings
Some of Rabon's things have been made available to friends and family.
Community Involvement
Participated in
Attendee of
Local Baha'i Faith Religious Group
Community Club
Favorites
What were Rabon's favorite foods?
Calzones, sausages
Calzones, sausages
Calzones, sausages
What were Rabon's favorite ways to spend free time?
Playing with Gracie, being out and about most days zooming around in his wheelchair …
Playing with Gracie, being out and about most days zooming around in his wheelchair enjoying t…
Playing with Gracie, being out and about most days zooming around in his wheelchair enjoying the neighborhood
What were Rabon's favorite games to play?
He and Gracie had a couple regular routines they did at home including a very specia…
He and Gracie had a couple regular routines they did at home including a very special nightly …
He and Gracie had a couple regular routines they did at home including a very special nightly going-to-bed routine and …
What were Rabon's favorite local spots?
The local Starbucks, The Saturday Morning Market, Tony's Pizza on Central Ave, the c…
The local Starbucks, The Saturday Morning Market, Tony's Pizza on Central Ave, the corner of C…
The local Starbucks, The Saturday Morning Market, Tony's Pizza on Central Ave, the corner of Central Ave by The Morean …
Timeline
Born
July 3rd, 1948
Became a Baha'i
October 13th, 1976
Passed away
September 26th, 2021
St. Petersburg, FL
Survived by
Chelsea Fletcher
Daughter
Tim Sanders
Son
Stephen Sanders
Son
Peggi Lambis
Ex-wife
Aimee Ewell
Friend
Jim Brandli
Friend
Christine Tekautz
Friend
Joy McGhee
Friend
Sara Lewis (& Julia)
Friend
Gail Eggeman
Friend
Cynthia Muscat
Friend
Dennis Suarez
Friend
Charlene Beyer
Friend
Norma Lazarus
Friend
Michelle RM
Friend
Anne Marie Keyes
Neighbor
Gracie Sanders
Dog
Predeceased by
Dianne Sanders
Sister
Joshua Sanders
Son
Other key details
Cause of death
Cardiac Arrest
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
A Life Tribute Funeral Care
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