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Sanford Daniel None Sr.

11/08/1947 - 08/10/2025

Obituary For Sanford Daniel None Sr.

Mr. Sanford None, Sr., 77, of Phenix City, AL passed on Sunday, August 10, 2025 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. EST on Sunday, August 17, 2025 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Keith Baker, officiating. Burial at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. Public viewing is 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025

Sanford Daniel None was born to the late Daniel and Ida Bell None on November 8, 1947, in Russell County, Alabama. He attended Russell County schools and graduated from Oliver High School in 1965. Shortly after graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army, where he bravely served in the Vietnam War.

Upon returning home, Sanford married the love of his life, Mary Mahogany-None, on September 26, 1970. Their union was blessed with two sons, Sanford Jr. and Santonia.

Sanford was a lifelong member of Uchee Chapel AME Church, where he served faithfully as Steward Board Chairman Pro-Tem and was an active member of the 9th Episcopal District, Northeast Conference. He dedicated over 57 years of service to Smurfit Westrock in Cottonton, Alabama, where he served as wet end crew leader. During his employment he earned many accolades for his hard work and commitment. He also pursued studies in Criminal Justice at Chattahoochee Valley Community College.

Affectionately, known as β€œDukake” or β€œSam”, Sanford was admired for his quiet strength, gentle spirit, and kind heart. He was soft-spoken, deeply respectful, and universally loved by those who knew him. A devoted husband, father, and provider, Sanford exemplified grace, humility, and unwavering dedication to his family.

Sanford leaves to cherish and honor his memory his sons, Sanford None, Jr. (Latoya) and Santonia None; two beloved grandchildren, Jessica Marshall and Greyson None; and one sister, Lillie None. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Cuba Cooper and Lois Alexander.

He is also survived by his beloved aunt, Ethel Dunlap, one sister in law Martha Hood along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and a bonus son Lee Massey.


Condolences & Tributes

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Condolences to the family, it was an honor to have known Mr. Sam and to see him stop by my office to check on his vacations. He will truly be missed at Smurfitwestrock Paper Machines Dept. From the Smurfitwestrock Paper Machine Dept. Family

Shirley Douglas

So sorry about the passing of your father

Loretta Vann

Dear family we are sending our love, prayers and condolences. May the Lord God comfort you. Rev. James W. Walker and Mrs. Berttina Walker.

Berttina Walker

Condolences from the down family may God keep you and be with you all

Dunlap Family

Our thoughts & prayers for comfort, strength and peace are with you all during this hour and in the days ahead. Cherish the memories afforded you in your love one, keep the faith & trust GOD. The Gentrys of GCMBC, Auburn, AL

Atoska Gentry

We was sorry to hear about the passing of your love one,we will keep you and your family lifted up in prayer.

Pastor n Lady Poncedeleon t

Rest in peace Mr.None. My condolences to the family. What a very respected neighbor, with one of the calmest demeanor I have ever witnessed. Will truly be missed.

Dennis Edmonds

Dennis Edmonds

My Sincere Condolences & Prayers to the Family. I enjoyed working with Sam over 35 years & sharing AME Church membership. He will truly be missed πŸ’Ÿ

Debra Berry

To Sam's family and friends, I knew Sam and we had numerous conversations in the 27 years I worked at Mahrt Mill. He was always easy to converse with and always sharing his knowledge whenever I came in on Callouts or worked on the Paper Machines Floors. My condolences to each of you during this difficult time.

Ralph Coleman

We love you and we send our deepest condolences.

Jeremiah & Sha’Quandria Phillips

Our most sincere condolences to the None Family. May God bless you all through this trying time.

Z. Mose

Our sincere condolences to Santonia and the family. ZM

Our Heartfelt Prayers and Condolences to the None Family, My CoWorker and Our Friends πŸ™πŸ™β€οΈβ€οΈ

Yvonne and Joe Williams

Our Heartfelt Prayers and Condolences to the None Family, My CoWorker and Our Friends πŸ™πŸ™β€οΈβ€οΈ

Yvonne and Joe Williams

My deepest condolences to the family.

Mhunter266@gmail.com

Our sincerest condolences to the None family

Ted & Angela Emziah

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 2 Corinthians 1:3-5. Darlene Dobie (Aunt to Sanford None, Jr.)

Darlene M. Dobie

May God strengthen you and the None family during this difficult time, In Jesus Name πŸ’•πŸ™πŸΎ

Rev. Eddie & Jerrie Florence

Praying for you and your family. May God continue to strengthen and cover you all during this difficult time.

Cynthia Williams

My condolences and prayers to the None Family. Mr. None will forever be in our hearts ❀️ and the great memories, conversations, and laughter i will never forget.

Arianne Amadi

I am deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved husband. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and sympathies during this incredibly difficult time.May cherished memories bring you solace and may you find strength in the love of those around you.Love you cousin Mary.πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

Carrie Jackson Kennedy

RIP bro None praying for your family for the Calhoun family

Michael Calhoun

May the love that you shared with your Sanford light your way today and always. May you find comfort in memories of his smile, his laughter, and how he loved you.

Dr. Billie Kendrick

Our condolences to the None family from the Martin Family.

Steven Martin

Rest in peace my cousin, until we meet again. Tommy Harley and Mary Buckner

Tommy Harley

Praying for the family. A life well lived. Thank you for all you of the great memories.

Adam Williams

Prayers and Condolences to The None Family at this difficult time!!!

Victoria Alexander

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connie61holloway@gmail.com

Prayers and Condolences are extended to The None Family as you go through this difficult time.

Rev. Christopher Godwin

Prayers & Condolences to the Family. Sleep Easy & Rest In Peace Sam. You will be missed πŸ’Ÿ

Debra Berry

My Deepest Condolences . Sending Prayers of Strength during your time of bereavement.

Venissa (Moffett) Hudson

I am so sorry for the loss of your husband,father,granddaddy sending my deepest condolences to The None Family. Praying for you all cousinπŸ™πŸ™πŸ™.

Melvin Lamar Jackson Sr.& Angelia Jackson

May the None family find comfort in the Lord. Our Condolences from the GSGMBC Intercessory Prayer Team.

J Gunn

To my family I Love you and Im asking the Lord to just wrap His loving arms around each and everyone of you. Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning time. Rev Arthur Cooper

Rev Arthur Cooper

Of all the special gifts in life, however great or small, to have you as our Uncle was the greatest gift of all. Rest well. We love you always- Angela None

Angela

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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