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John Sage Obituary
John was born on February 18, 1947 in Coffeyville, Kansas to Jack and Bernice Flores Sage. He grew up in San Angelo and graduated from Central High School. He then went on to earn his Bachelor of Finance degree from McMurray University in Abilene. He married Jill D. Richter in Arlington, Texas on July 19, 1973.
John spent his early career in the savings and loan industry before becoming a financial advisor. While helping people with their finances, John also loved supporting the people in his community. He was one of the founding members of the Greater Santa Rita Homeowner's Association. Decorating the park at Christmas and helping to organize the neighborhood July 4th parade were the highlights of his year. John was also a member of the Fort Concho Museum Board from 1996 to 2002. He loved his family, being "Jeepaw" to his grandchildren, and all things nature - camping, hunting, and golfing with friends and family.
John is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Richard Sage. He is survived by his wife, Jill; children, Matthew Sage of San Angelo and Samantha Sage of Fredericksburg; grandchildren, William, Ellison and Alex Keller of Fredericksburg; brother, Mike Sage; sister-in-law, Diana Sage; father of his grandchildren, Kory Keller; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, March 7, 2025, at Holy Angels Catholic Church, San Angelo, with inurnment to follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
The Sage family is eternally grateful for the care and support of Votive Hospice and our caretaker, Cypress Schumann.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer's Association, or any charity of your choice.
Family and friends can leave condolences and sign the online register book at www.harper-funeralhome.com.
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