Mary Sanders

Mary Helen Sanders, 61, died at 2:20 a.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026 at Bria of Wood River. 

She was born December 18, 1964 in Alton the daughter of the late Thomas and Florence (Williams) Sanders. On April 3, 1981 in Alton, she married Gary Booth Jr. and he preceded her in death. 

Surviving are two daughters, Christy Hartmann of East Alton and Amanda Booth of Cottage Hills, six grandchildren, Chasey, ChrisDen, Nathan, Shelbie Bentley and Marley and five great grandchildren. 

No services are scheduled at this time. Gent Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 

Additional information and online guestbook may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com.

Obit Provided By:
Gent Funeral Home