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William Thomas "Tommy" Sanford
1945 2025

William Thomas "Tommy" Sanford

July 31, 1945 — June 5, 2025

Louisville, Kentucky

William Thomas "Tommy" Sanford , 79, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Tommy was proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a skilled laborer and painter. Tommy enjoyed playing the guitar and was devoted to caring for his cats. Tommy will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.

He was born on July 31, 1945 in Louisville, Kentucky to William and Charlotte (McKnight) Sanford. He is preceded in death by his father, William T. Sanford, Sr.; mother, Charlotte Sanford; and brother, Ronald L. Sanford.

William is survived by his loving family, sister, Deloris Murtaugh; sister-in-law, Carol Sanford; nieces and nephews, David Sanford, Steven (Janice) Sanford, Cathy (Tommy) Barth, Pam (Henry) Noey, Karen (Robert) Childs; as well as a host of extended family and friends to cherish his loving memory forever.

The family requests that contributions in William’s memory be made to Alley Cats Advocates.

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