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James "Jim" Saunders

July 24, 1955 — September 5, 2025

Auburn

James "Jim" Saunders

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James “Jim” Saunders, age 70 of Auburn, passed away Friday, September 5, 2025, at University Medical Center in Omaha.

He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law Charles “CJ” and Julia Saunders of Auburn, Berry and Christina Saunders of Story City, IA, Kalem and Cady Saunders of Auburn; grandchildren Cheyenne, Tanner, Justin, Allianna, Dayton, Ehlena, Olivia, Aubrey, Maggie; great-grandchild Ryder; siblings Jeanette (Greg) Hunziker of Lee’s Summit, MO, Edward (Annette) Saunders of Norwood, MO, Susie (John) Launius of Lee’s Summit, MO; other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held Friday, September 12, 2025, 10:00 a.m. at Hemmingsen Funeral Home in Auburn. Burial will follow in Sheridan West Cemetery at Auburn. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 6:00 to 8:00.

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Thursday, September 11, 2025

9:00am - 8:00 pm (Central time)

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Hemmingsen Funeral Home

801 S St, Auburn, NE 68305

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Visitation with Family

Thursday, September 11, 2025

6:00 - 8:00 pm (Central time)

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Hemmingsen Funeral Home

801 S St, Auburn, NE 68305

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Funeral Service

Friday, September 12, 2025

Starts at 10:00 am (Central time)

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Hemmingsen Funeral Home

801 S St, Auburn, NE 68305

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