Hoyte Sanford age 83, of Murfreesboro, died December 28, 2011. Mr. Sanford was a native of Rutherford County and son of the late Nevil and Freddie Mae Stone Sanford. He was also preceded in death by his wife Betty Adams Sanford who died in March of this year and a son James Bruce Sanford who died in 2005. Graveside service will be at 11:00 AM Friday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Bro. Kevin Dye will officiate. Woodfin Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Sanford is survived by his Daughter, Debbie Fisher and her Husband Eddie of Murfreesboro; and a Sister, Geneva Earthman and her Husband Ben of Murfreesboro. Mr. Sanford was a member of Leanna Church of Christ and was a retired Trooper with the Tennessee State Highway Patrol and served in the US Army in Germany. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Online condolences can be made at www.woodfinchapel.com 615-893-5151.