 Sanders served in the United States Army in the South Pacific during World War II, and he subsequently graduated from Hebrew Union College's School of Sacred Music in 1952.Sanders served as cantor of Hollis Hills Jewish Center from 1952 to 1962, when he left to serve at Congregation Shearith Israel in Dallas.Reverend Frank E. Strassfeld served Hollis Hills Jewish Center for 49 years, in roles such as Shammes and Director of Religious Activities and Daily Services.