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John Sauer Obituary
Survived by daughter, Susan (Rick) Neblock of Ocala, FL; grandchildren, Rick Jr., Cherri Paz and Todd Pippel; five great-grandchildren; and five great-great grandchildren. Also predeceased by his parents; sister, Helen Wallis; daughter, Kathleen Pippel; and nephew, James Hennig
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial in Sunset Memorial Park, Machesney Park, IL. Memorials may be made to National Kidney Foundation of Illinois. To share a memory or condolence, visit olsonfh.com.
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1001 Second Avenue, Rockford, IL 61104
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Sue Faber
March 4, 2023
Sorry for your loss, Sue, and to Rick and your family who have lost a commendable gentleman. Given his age, there must be endless memories to be savored.
Diane LaPoint
March 4, 2023
Always loved when John and Eva came to Eau Claire and we went to Rockford. Rest in peace with Eva!!
Jim LaPoint, Nephew
March 4, 2023
Our deepest condolences from my family to the Sauer family.
Uncle Bob, as we called him, was an important part of my life. I always looked forward to Aunt Eva and Uncle Bob's arriving with the fifth wheel, to the annual Memorial Day camping in Chetek. It was always impressive how he could maneuver that rig into their spot.
When they would visit us at the family home, Uncle Bob would always bring me American Commemorative stamps. Which I still have today. Every one of those stamps were a lesson in American History and they taught me a lot!
Thank you, Uncle Bob, for kindness, generosity and cheers to your 98 years!
Rick & Julie Gullikson
March 4, 2023
Uncle "Bob", as he will always be known to me, will be missed but he lives on in our memories. Many fond memories.
I remember visiting Bob & Eva's in Rockford as a child and begging him to show me his trains. Always enjoyed time spent with them. He had a great sense of humor and made everyone feel welcomed.
My sincere condolences to the family and prayers for God's peace during a difficult time.
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Kathy Mowell
March 4, 2023
So sorry for your loss... age does not matter! He was your dad! I remember him most from the church ice cream socials! He was always a happy smiling and friendly man! I sure hope his last days were as good as his young years! I know he missed the love of his life! They are together again!
Nephew Jim LaPoint
March 4, 2023
My sincere condolences to the family.
Uncle Bob, as I called him, had an important impact on my life growing up. I was always looked forward to seeing Aunt Eva and Uncle Bob pulling in with their fifth-wheel for the annual Memorial Day camping in Chetek. I was always in awe as to how he could maneuver that ring into that small area. And when they would visit at our family house, he would always bring me American Commemorative stamps. Which I still have today. Everyone of those stamps were a history lesson. I remain truly greatful for his time, generosity and patience to teach me that history. Thank you Uncle Bob and Cheers to your 98 years!
Jim and Mary Stebbins
March 4, 2023
Such a remarkable life! No matter how long, though, we are never ready to say good bye to a loved one. Sue, you will be in our thoughts and prayers
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