Dale J. Sauer

Dale Joseph Sauer

age 74 years, died suddenly of a heart attack 8/28/2014 in Louisville, Kentucky, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 11, 1940 in Lorain, Ohio to John F. Sauer and Evelyn (Kastl) Sauer. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Santos; and children, Andrea Crouch (Robert), son Jon (Malinda), daughter Gretchen Walker (Chip), son Sean, son Benjamin (Kateri) and grandchildren, TJ, Wyatt, Ashley, Zach, Milena and Elise; and step-children, Trina Brown and Troy Torstrick. He is also survived by his brother, Ron Sauer (Sue); and several nieces and nephews; his Aunt, Helen Kastl; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, several aunts, an uncle, and his cousin Barb Acs.

Dale has been enjoying retirement following a lifetime of service as a pastor, pastoral counselor, and a marriage and family therapist. He graduated from Lorain High School in Ohio, got a Bachelor or Arts from Otterbein College in Ohio, 1962, a Master of Sacred Theology from Boston College of Theology in Massachusetts in 1968, and his Doctorate of Ministry in Pastoral Care and Counseling from Christian Theological Seminary in Indiana in 1979. He enjoyed his time volunteering at churches and playground ministry.

Dale loved woodworking, cooking, golfing, whale-watching and watching Ohio State Football. He had a wonderful tenor singing voice. He received several awards at the Indiana State Fair for cooking. He made maple syrup for family and friends. He was an Eagle Scout. He loved spending time with his children and his grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 10200 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, Kentucky on Saturday, August 30, at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to your favorite charity in his name.