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Dorris Sage Obituary
Her memorial service is 11 a.m. Friday at Sunrise Presbyterian Church. Schnider Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Kenneth Sage of Great Falls; a daughter, Tana (William) Harp of Great Falls; sons Michael (Suzanne) Sage of Owasso, Okla., and David (Gayle) Sage of Poplar; nine grandchildren, Trevor Harp, Tasha Harp, Trisha (Cameron) Gardner, Travis Harp, Tamara Harp, Melissa Sage, Jason (Jen) Sage, Britt Beeghly and Marissa Sage; and two great-grandchildren, Harper Sage Gardner and Cole James Gardner.
Dorris was born Jan. 8, 1925, to John and Martha (Plath) Johnson in Maza, N.D., where she was raised and educated. She graduated from Cando High School, and then received her degree in elementary education and music from Minot State Teacher's College, with further studies at the University of Montana.
She married Kenneth Sage in Devil's Lake, N.D., on June 21, 1946. They farmed north of Poplar for many years, and then moved to Great Falls in 1985.
Dorris taught elementary school and high school choir at the Poplar Public Schools and taught piano lessons for many years.
She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Poplar, where she served as church pianist for many years. She also was a member of the Order of Eastern Star. After moving to Great Falls, she was a member of Sunrise Presbyterian Church.
Dorris loved spending time with family, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was an avid reader.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Martha Johnson; and sisters June Helle and Hazel English.
Memorials are suggested to First Presbyterian Church, Poplar, MT 59255; Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 3809 6th Ave. S., Great Falls, MT 59405; or Peace Hospice, 2600 15th Ave. S., Great Falls, MT 59405.
Condolences may be posted online at www.schniderfuneralhome.com and/or www.gftribune.com/obituaries.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorris Sage
ChiChi Zimmerman
November 22, 2007
So sorry to hear about Doris. Many fond memories of good time....Easter Bunny, Tana and Bills wedding, piano lessons. I know she is at peace. My thoughts are with the family.
Jim Richman
November 21, 2007
Kenny and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dorris. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Weaver
November 9, 2007
Dear Uncle Kenney, Mike, Tana & David
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Doris' passing. I have great memories of all our summer visits both in Great Falls and Poplar with the Sage families. Your kitchen in Poplar was such a great gathering place for all, with Aunt Doris always at the center. You are all in my thoughts at this most difficult time.
Love, Sharon
Shirley Allen
November 8, 2007
Dear Uncle Kenny,Tana,Mike and David,
I was so sorry to hear about Aunt Dorris passing, all our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will always remember my summer trips to Poplar with Grandpa Sage, staying at your house,going to bed and of course Aunt Dorris would always be up most of the night doing her chores. Trying to learn how to play the piano-- that was a lost cause, but loved to listen to your Mom.
Deepest sympathies,
Shirley,Doug, Chad & Jamie
TL Hagadone
November 8, 2007
Kenny, Mike, Tana, and David
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and Dorris at this time. I'll always remember when she and mom took on the task of being Den Mother's to quite a few of us in grade school. Dorris always stayed positive, regardless of how difficult it sometimes became in keeping us focused. Her glass seemed to always be half full. May she rest in peace.
Mike Voeller
November 8, 2007
Ken,
I'm so sorry to read of the loss of your lovely wife. My prayers are with you.
Vi and Barb Clark
November 8, 2007
Expressing our sincerest sympathy to the entire family. She was a truly unforgettable lady.
Kris Treasure
November 8, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Dorris was such a wonderful friend and neighbor to my grandmother Edith Richards. I trust that they are together again. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Kris
The congregation at Calvary Chapel of Great Falls
November 8, 2007
Dear Kenneth and Family,
Our heartfelt condolences are offered for the loss of your beloved wife, Dorris. We pray you will give your burden of grief over to our dear Savior, Jesus Christ, who loves you and walks with you always.
Laura Christoffersen
November 8, 2007
Kenny, Dave & Family,
Jens & I are thinking of you at this difficult time.
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