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Sauer, a wide receiver on the Jets' only Super Bowl championship team, has died. He was a very fine young man. I was a huge fan of him when he played for the Jets, having his poster hanging on my bedroom wall. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic, Mt. He was born November 27, 1937, a son of the late Fredrick August Sauer, Sr. and Anita Elizabeth Sauer. No services are scheduled at this time. My sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. I was born a month before George but hardly knew him because he lived in Waco while I grew up in Denver. and grace and humor. i played for george in 79 with the carolina chargers. Our last name is Sauer and my dad told me we were related. I hope he had a great life, he deserved it. Share Obituary. Thank you George for special memories, That fantastic superbowl win was my favorite football game of all time. Obituaries Section. I remember reading an interview with him in which he mentioned Albert Camus - definitely not the normal sports page topic! FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) George Sauer had a huge day in the biggest game in New York Jets history, and then surprisingly walked away from football a few years later. He was awarded a Maryland Senatorial Scholarship to St. John's College in Annapolis. Two college jobs Russ always talked about were how much he enjoyed driving a Pikes Peak tour bus and tending bar. My sincere condolences to the family. I remember it well. He spent an a very pleasant evening with us for dinner at my parent's home and he got us tickets for the games. I remember playing catch with you in Waco. My condolences to the familyR.I.P. God bless. I don't know if he crammed the rest of the night or even studied at all. He attended several Baptist churches over the years. I met George Jr once when he returned to the Academy as a guest of my teammate, Tex Lawrence, for a reunion (about 40 yeaars later) of that team. Our children live here in Worthington and Pete is now here as well living in a nursing home just north of Worthington. Alfred George Sauer Jr. August 6, 1945 - April 9, 2022 IN THE CARE OF Mead Mortuary Alfred "Butch" George Sauer Jr., 76, passed away on April 9, 2022, at his home in Barstow, CA. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. time has passed so fast seems like yesterday that my father brother and i were watching super bowl 3 thank you mr sauer for that special day i know life is more then football and so did you,rest in peace hope to see you on the other side. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. After experiencing the political and economic climate in Bermuda in the 1960s, he said he then understood what Karl Marx was writing about in the 1860s. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of George Sauer Sr. of Orma, West Virginia, who passed away on February 28, 2021, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. George E. Sauer --- Rocket Scientist d. September 29, 2010. Joe Namath was especially gracious - he kissed my Mother on the cheek and posed for snapshots. Russ went on to a distinguished career in the Insurance business with Allstate Insurance in Albuquerque, NM before becoming President of the Wilson Agency in Chicago, IL. He was a great football player, but, more importantly, a great friend. I understand that there will not be a service for George and so I am trying to touch base with you this way. Sauer, a wide receiver on the Jets' only Super Bowl championship team, has died. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. www.hopehospice.org/donate/. in Baltimore, MD. Russ was honored as Volunteer of the Year in 2007 and was recently honored by Sheriff Scott as an "Honorary Deputy." The Dignity Memorial online obituary search tool gives you access to obituaries from thousands of locations across North America. Not the fastest player, but cerebral, precise, and reliable. Whenever I went out for a pass in our street football games, I was "George Sauer". You live forever in our hearts. He was born May 13, 1957 in Louisville, the son of Lawrence and Verna (Fritsch) Sauer. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of George Sauer to show support. Thanks. Many condolences to your family. so sorry to hear Sharon, Steve Staceythinking of you all xo, We began working closely with George about five years ago. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Published by. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic, Stump Funeral Home & Cremation, Inc.-Arnoldsburg. George Sauer Sr. Obituary It is with great sadness that we announce the death of George Sauer Sr. of Orma, West Virginia, who passed away on February 28, 2021, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. May the thought and prayers of relatives and friends gives encouragement with George family and may God gives comfort and strenght to his family during this difficult time. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. May you find comfort in the promise that soon death will be no more and never again will we have to bury our love ones again. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. Submit an Obituary . What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Sauer, who was born in Sheboygan, Wis., on Nov. 10, 1943, wrote novels and poetry after football, according to the Jets' website, and most recently was a textbook graphics specialist in St. Paul, Minn., in the 1990s. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Prayers to your family. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. 5:7, George was like a big brother to me while I was in my early teens. Dana, I'm sure you don't remembr me (it's only been 50 years!!) I worked with George during his time in Sioux Falls and we became good friends. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. All rights reserved. My sincere condolences to the family. I had a little league teammate named George Sauer, I felt a special connection to George Sauer Jr. and his amazing catches. FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) George Sauer had a huge day in the biggest game in New York Jets history, and then surprisingly walked away from football a few years later. George was one of our most well-known classmates at Waco High School. Published by The Plain Dealer from Dec. 29 to Dec. 30, 2007. I remember they were so very and rightfully proud of George and all he had done and was doing. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. "Everybody knew about Don Maynard, obviously, because he was a great receiver, a Hall of Fame receiver," Ryan said. When he became bored with our lack of competition, he'd suddenly announced, "Okay, everybody out. Sauer briefly returned to football in 1974 with the New York Stars and Charlotte Hornets of the World Football League before retiring from playing for good. I hope we get to meet again when my time comes. George H. Sauer, Jr., 69, formerly of Waco, Texas, passed away May 7, 2013 at Manor Care Health facility in Westerville, Ohio, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimers Disease. I was a budding hippie and football fan and George was able to bridge that gap for me rest in peace George, George Sauer was Cool Hand Luke in a football helmet. Wish I could find a throwback jersey with his name and number to honor his memory. His was the only autograph that I ever paid for.and I have many of the 69 Jets. GEORGE A. SAUER JR. age 79 beloved husband of Betty Jane (nee Madsen) for 57 years; loving father of Norma Jean Hydock(John) and Ronald (Julie); grandfather of Elizabeth and Christopher; brother of th . ONE PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE WHO I TRULY ADMIRED RIP AND GODSPEED. Superbowl Jets was one my earliest childhood memories. He was 69. I have no idea if that was true or not, but the Jets were our favorite team. May your family feel the loving arms of our Heavenly Father with you at this time. G. Russell Sauer November 4 2015 G. Russell Sauer or "Russ" to all who knew him, passed away on Wednesday November 4, 2015 at the age of 86. After leaving the Jets, George joined the Carolina Chargers of the American Football Association as a player and defensive coordinator and then became head coach. She taught at Walnut Creek Elementary in Austin, TX and was his teacher in 1965. Except George. Piano needs more attention. George Edward Sauer was born on June 6th 1934 in Washington,DC, the first child of Nellie Evelyn Fouche and Herman Adolph Sauer. RIP. Thoughts and prayers to you , Dana and family. Sympathy Ideas. So sorry to hear of George's passing. George. Some of Mr. Sauer's concerns about professional football were prophetic, and I hope his death may bring his insights to a new and more receptive audience. Namath, Maynard and Sauer were always a threat to score on any play and put pass defenses back on their heels. George L. Sauer On October 9, 2008, George went to join our father and the Heavenly Father leaving behind family and friends who will forever remember his kind heart and quick wit. Please accept my sincere heart felt condolences for your lost. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. You have funeral questions, we have answers. After moving to Potomac in 1964, George became President of his neighborhood civic association and then President of the Montgomery County Civic Federation. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. He attended Colorado College graduating in 1951 with a bachelor's degree in Business and Banking. FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) George Sauer had a huge day in the biggest game in New York Jets history, and then surprisingly walked away from football a few years later. I was a wide receiver who admired George so much, especially because we shared an interest in writing. Russ' father Colonel Paul Kurt Sauer was a surgeon and a highly decorated Colonel in WWII. Service. The Sauers lived on MacArther and I lived just around the corner on Park Lake in Waco. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Legacy invites you to offer condolences and share memories of George. Russ was born July 14, 1929 in New York City and grew up in Manhattan. His mother Eleanor Gude Sauer dedicated her life to charity and was an expert in antiques. I was always a fan. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Russ' motto was "if we can't insure it nobody can. Sympathy Ideas. He attended East Silver Spring Elementary, Silver Spring Intermediate, and Montgomery Blair High Schools. Sharon, so sorry to hear of George's passing. Looking back, George was probably one of the few "jocks" who wouldn't resent assigned to room with a lowly student manager! GEORGE H. SAUER, 83, passed away Dec. 23, 2007. His favorite Tom T. Hall song "Faster Horses, Younger Women, Older Whiskey and More Money", could sum up how Russ loved life! G. Russell Sauer or "Russ" to all who knew him, passed away on Wednesday November 4, 2015 at the age of 86. he was a great player, person, and coach. You were a noble and gentle soul George, and the best receiver I ever had. He was 69. Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Mar. (83 years old). Russ graduated high school from Collegiate School in NYC. As a Sigma Chi Fraternity brother of George in the early sixties at UT, I remember his calmness, courtesy, friendship and intelligence. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. having grown on LI in the 1960s i idolized george. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Sauer, George "Sandy"Fairport: Died suddenly March 14th. GEORGE SAUER OBITUARY. .. 1 Pe. I worked for his Uncle Edward Sauer at Drackett in Urbana, OH and my mother cleaned for Meda & Ed when they lived on Maple in Urbana. He was a diesel mechanic for over 60 years. Syracuse Post Standard. sorry for the loss of your loved one.God has said that he will comfort you in your time of need. You were great. My sympathy to you and the family. Grief Support. No public services are scheduled at this time. He ran three more times At-Large, to keep the Democrats honest, he said. We first met George when he was in Edgewood Manor in a room near my brother Gene. Share Obituary. Hall of Famer if he would have kept playing. He mentioned his second grade teacher, Miss Speed, left mid-year to marry George. GEORGE SAUER OBITUARY Sauer George H. Sauer Jr, 69, formerly of Waco, TX, passed away May 7, 2013 at Manor Care Health facility in Westerville, OH, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. He continued this tradition of fishing Baja, Mexico with virtually the same friends for over 50 years. FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) George Sauer had a huge day in the biggest game in New York Jets history, and then surprisingly walked away from football a few years later. As a wide receiver, George was an integral part of the 1969 Jets Super Bowl III victory over the Baltimore Colts. Played little league baseball with George; very good catcher and outstanding football player. George, you were so special to my family- Dr Cal Nicholas my dad was team Dr. and George spent many days at our home, playing tennis, guitar and being with my brothers and me with memories we will cherish forever. Russ' first visit to Baja, Mexico and fishing in the Sea of Cortez was in 1962. "Russ' passion was the water; from fishing, boating, and scuba diving to enjoying a margarita on a Baja beach watching the sunset. Smart, athletic and I had the honor of connecting with him and seeing him play. Godspeed. Sauer, a wide receiver on the While the rest of us bit our lips to keep from laughing out loud he proceeded to throw together a stream of Latin words and phrases that made absolutely no sense (I took 3 semesters of Latin to avoid 2 semesters of math!) Send Flowers. Curt Gowdy was always the announcer, I think. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. We were sitting at a table calling each other Father so and So, when George suddenly stood up and announced to the stunned late night customers that he would like to give a blessing to all the customers. I use to run by his house to see if I could catch a glimpse. My friends never understood why I wanted to be "that AFL guy". Find an Obituary. Our sympathies to the entire Sauer family. He broke into the starting lineup as a rookie, was named to four all-star teams, twice named all-pro and named Most Valuable Player by his teammates in 1966. You did good in life, May God hold you in His Palm. Would you like to offer George Sauer Sr.s loved ones a condolence message? The Dignity Memorial online obituary search tool gives you access to obituaries from thousands of locations across North America. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. He was always the best, no matter what. He also seemed like a very classy individual. I attended North Junior and Waco High with George. He leaves behind his sister -n-law, Marigold Sauer, nieces, Sharon Sauer-Miscin (Sonny), Sheila Sauer-Lauterbach (John), and Shelba Uhrin (David). In lieu of any cards or flowers, please make a donation to Hope Hospice in Fort Myers, Fl. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. I then told him that is how Gene got here from Cincinnat that I was his sister living in Westerville. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. Goodbye old friend. It was uncanny. God Bless you and your family. quiet intelligence speaks volumes, he didn't say much, he didn't have to. Russ went on to a distinguished career in the Insurance business with Allstate Insurance in Albuquerque, NM before becoming President of the Wilson Agency in Chicago, IL. Sauer later was an assistant coach for the Carolina Chargers of the American Football Association in 1979. Growing up, I remember him always with a smile and the way he laughed. Find an Obituary. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. The team and Moreland Funeral Home in Westerville, Ohio, confirmed Saturday that he died Tuesday after. Freedom Hebrew Congregational Cemetery South Road 16 Righter Ave, Denville, NJ 07834. Add a Memory. Once you find the obituary you are looking for, you can get important information about upcoming services, share a favorite photo or memory, and send flowers or gifts to the family. After I was called back to active duty after 9/11 he wished me luck and told me to stay safe. GEORGE SAUER OBITUARY Sauer George H. Sauer Jr, 69, formerly of Waco, TX, passed away May 7, 2013 at Manor Care Health facility in Westerville, OH, following a lengthy battle with. Introduced me to Namath and came to find out what a great person and player George was. Lyna (Sauer) Norris. Shocked me when he walked away from the game in 1970. Russ volunteered over 10,000 hours for the Department! It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. All Rights Reserved. I was so saddened to hear this news. He would stop by and chat with us, always a nice man. I did get an opportunity to get to know him a little better when he came to Denver with the Jets when they played the Broncos twice in the seasons after their Super Bowl victory over the Colts. Upon graduation he went to work at the National Security Agency where he learned to program computers. Gallery. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. The team and Moreland Funeral Home in Westerville, Ohio, confirmed Saturday that he died Tuesday after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. IN THE CARE OF. He will be missed. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and former teammates. I spoke with him about 2-3 times a week when he was working at Sunshine Food Store and he signed a football card for me and my son. ", I lived on North 29th, just right across the way from George and Dana's house. His favorite Tom T. Hall song "Faster Horses, Younger Women, Older Whiskey and More Money", could sum up how Russ loved life! They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. George was anything but the typical kind of athlete of the day, being well read and much more cerebral than most. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. He was the son of Rose and Alfred Sauer Sr. Born in Little Falls, Minnesota, he was the 8th of 10 Lawrence George Sauer, Jr., 61 of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018. George Sauer's passing at the age of 88 has been publicly announced by Bruzdzinski Funeral Home, P.A. George saw that, and unfortunately may have paid that price in later life. He was obviously a tremendous player." I was 13 watching the Jets each Sunday in 1968 Curt Gowdy doing play by play and culminating in the unbelievable Super Bowl III win. I was best friends w/ George's sister all during our school years in Waco. May his family be blessed with wonderful memories until they are reunited with their loved one. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of George Sauer of Denville, New Jersey, who passed away on September 23, 2021, leaving to mourn family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, George, Sr. and Lillian Sauer. Rest in Peace man George also was a member of the national champion Texas Longhorns in 1963. Very sad that he died fairly young..condolences to his family and friends and the fans who enjoyed watching him play. If you would like to communicate with me or would like more information about Pete and his family here you may email me at lyna.sauer@kingthompson.com. - Turbotville in. Ive been a NY Jets fan since 1963 when they were still the Titans and as a teenager, #12, #81 and #83 were always my 3 favorite players. WE ALL ENJOYED WATCHING YOUR PERFORMANCE ON THE FIELD. Sincerely, George Sauer was one of my heroes growing up - strong, dependable, talented, and hard working. George connected with that and even shared he felt his injuries effected his current situation. GEORGE SAUER OBITUARY Sauer, George "Sandy" Fairport: Died suddenly March 14th. I never met George, but we talked several times on the phone. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. He was an incredibly nice person. He will be devestated to know that George was here within just a few miles from him and he never was able to reconnect. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. That's the player I wanted to be. 2021 Moreland Funeral Home. George Sauer, who as a wide receiver for the Jets played a pivotal role in the team's stunning victory in Super Bowl III, and who later quit professional football because he considered it.

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