WINK Digital Team
•6/24/2026

PUNTA GORDA, Fla. (WINK) — Charlotte County Fire & EMS announced the procession route that will follow the funeral services for Firefighter/Paramedic Jan A. "Jay" Sanders Jr., who passed away on June 18, following a battle with occupational cancer.
Following the service at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center on Thursday, firefighters, emergency responders and public safety personnel from across Florida and beyond will participate in a procession honoring Sanders' life. The procession is expected to begin at approximately 3 p.m., though the exact start time may vary based on the conclusion of services and procession staging.
Sanders dedicated more than 35 years to serving Charlotte County. Members of the public wishing to pay their respects are encouraged to safely gather along the procession route and join the community in honoring the firefighter.
The procession route is as follows: