Alfred “Alï¬?e” William Saunders, 76, returned to his heavenly home Friday, February 12, 2021. Alfred’s devotion to his family and his ï¬?rm belief in God supported him through his life and ultimately gave him peace in his passing. Alfred was born on October 27, 1944 in Newport News, Virginia the oldest child of parents Alfred Routten and Helen Saunders and was raised by his beloved “Nana” Evelyn Saunders. Alfred was a professional painter and owner of Saunders Painting Co. in Norfolk. He served in the Navy in Cuba during the Cuban Crisis and for Newport New Fire Department. Alfred enjoyed racing cars, sailing, dancing, golï¬?ng and more recently camping with family. Alfred was a very humble and special spirt that touched so many lives. He wanted the world to know God’s love and how God is there for everyone. Alfred lived a life devoted to service in his community. He was President of the Willoughby Oceanview Civic League for 12 years, actively involved in service projects. He was also member of the Lions Club serving twice as President. He loved serving his community raising money to feed the poor and repairing bicycles to give to those in need. Alfred was a Gideon oï¬?ering his time and money to place Bibles in hotel rooms and giving them to those in need to have an opportunity to change their lives. In October he was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saints Alfred was survived by his beloved wife Gayle Short, who was blessed that God brought him to her. He met his wife dancing. Alfred will forever be remembered by his brother Steven Saunders and his wife Karen Saunders, his son Brandon Saunders and his wife Danielle, his children by marriage Christina (Chev-Check) Szewczyk and her husband Steve and Christoï¬? Short, his treasured grandchildren Sophie Saunders, Augustus Saunders, Henry Saunders, Graydon Sunders, Daniel Lynch, Molly Lynch, William Lynch, Edward (chev-check) Szewczyk and Sophia (Chev-Check) Szewczyk and his nephew Steven Saunders and his niece Kristen Saunders. Alfred was predeceased by his daughter Jolie Lynch. Alfred will be dearly miss by all who knew him and will be forever in our hearts.