Colton was born in St. Louis, Missouri December 9, 1976 to proud parents Darlene and Dennis Sanders. The Sanders later divorced which led to Darlene and Colton relocating to Miami, Florida in 1981, where they continue to reside.

Colton attended Cooper City High School and later Valencia College. His work life has always revolved around restaurants and eventually lead him into management. His last management position was with FirstWatch.

With his background in playing a variety of sports including basketball, football and soccer it is no wonder that he carried the passion of sports into his leisure time. He enjoyed watching, participating and advising others on sports. There was recent conversation about him creating his own sports podcast.

Colton never married but has a long list of past loves who continue to be his close friends. He will be survived by his girlfriend, Theresa Barone and her children, Liam and Maya.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dennis J. Sanders; his Aunt, Toni L. Vera; his grandmother and grandfather, James and Betty McLaughlin.
Colt is survived by his mother, Darlene Vera, brothers Matthew and Samuel Sanders and cousins Ron, Michael and Angela Hogue.

Visitation and viewing will be held December 17, 2021 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at Boyd-Panciera 1600 N. University Drive Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024

In lieu of flowers, donations in Coltons’ name should be directed to St. Judes Children Hospital – Donate now to St. Jude and help kids fighting cancer – St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org)