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Robert Sage Obituary

Sage, Robert D. Aged 89 3/4 went to be with the love of his life Marge who preceded him in 1996 and is survived by two daughters, Sandi Sage, Darla (Jerry) Schueller, five grandchildren Lisa (Mark) Bennardi, Darcy (Don) Laidler, Lori Katerberg, Josh (Renee) Schueller, Andy (Hollie) Schueller, fifteen great grandchildren. He was an avid model rail road enthusiast and a long time member of the West Michigan Historical Society and a member of Creston VFW Post #3023. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to a charity of your choice. A private burial has taken place. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 14, 2015 at 4-8 pm at:

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Published by Grand Rapids Press from Sep. 9 to Sep. 14, 2015.

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September 14, 2015

Sandi: So sorry to hear of your loss. It's never easy losing a parent. Wish I could be there tonight, but just got in from our trip this afternoon. Sending love and hugs to you and your family.

Cindy Folkertsms

September 13, 2015

Sandy ...so sorry for your great loss.....never easy to lose a parent. Tons of hugs and prayers to you and your family. Keep his memories close and he will always be with you. Stay strong my friend.....Cindy and Ed

September 11, 2015

Will miss you terribly Dad. Give mom a hug for me.

Bill and Linn Schueller

September 11, 2015

Darla, Jerry and family
Thinking of all of you ❤

September 10, 2015

Sorry for your loss. Remember seeing him at Pitsch Lumber many years ago and at Blok family reunions. My Mom was Gertrude Flik Koetsier Marge's cousin. Prayers to your family. Sharon Jenkins

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