Martin L. Sanders

Biography

Martin L. Sanders, born 1859, kept a steady eye on the natural beauty surrounding Greenleaf, finding inspiration in its quiet woods and clear skies. He worked to make the community a welcoming place for families, offering encouragement to young people and lending skills where they were needed.

His calm example helped nurture a sense of mutual responsibility, a legacy that lingers among neighbors and at Greenleaf Cemetery, where many recall the soft-spoken man who cared deeply for his home.