Willie Sanford ( D )

Willie N. Sanford, Christian, family man, and educator. "Uncle", as he was affectionally called by many was born to the union of Eugene and Edna Lewis Sanford. Wille graduated from Shaw University earning a degree in history. He started his career at Jax Beach Elem and spent many years at Stanton Vocational High. Willie later retired from Paxon Sr. High where he won "Teacher of the Year". Uncle was well known around the beaches as a pianist for Greater St. Marks Baptist Church where he was a devoted member and St. Andrews A. M.E. Church. You are miss so much by the entire Lewis, Ruffin, and Sanford Family.

Uncle had plenty of school stories he shared with us. one of his greatest joys was being in the classroom.