[8], Sauer was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame as a player in 1954 and in 1998 was inducted into the University of New Hampshire Wildcats' Hall of Fame. Sauer, however, broke out during his second year, playing a complementary role to Maynard's deep game. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. George Sauer, Jets Receiver and Rebel, Is Dead at 69 This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. He skipped his last year of college eligibility and signed with the Jets, where his father was the player personnel director. The father (and perhaps, the mother too) was a very good athlete; hence a high likelihood that he and/or she passes those genes on to the son. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sauer was married and divorced several times. This is a carousel with slides. and then the N.F.L. George Sauer, who as a wide receiver for the Jets played a pivotal role in the teams stunning victory in Super Bowl III, and who later quit professional football because he considered it dehumanizing, died on Tuesday in Westerville, Ohio. Sauers Super performance in Super Bowl III was the greatest of any pass catcher until Lynn Swanns spectacular show in 1976, and yet he played only two more seasons after that, retiring at 27, too young by even the merciless standards of the NFL. This is not an indictment of fathers including me its just a recitation of facts. And then one day, the son looks around and learns that hes being praised for being able to throw that ball, or catch that ball, or kick that ball. See the article in its original context from. This account has been disabled. There is little real freedom. 81, passed away February 28, 2023. Sauer left professional football in 1937 and coached at the University of New Hampshire from 1937 to 1941, compiling a record of 22-18-1. Burial will be at Albany Rural Cemetery, Albany N.Y. at a date to be determined. As director of player personnel, Sauer drafted and signed his own son, George Sauer Jr. as a wide receiver. Obituaries in Indianapolis, IN | The Indianapolis Star In Christ: Dave and Carol Anderson. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. He had no family in the area. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to St. Josephs Catholic Church. He was a member of Texas teams that went undefeated in 1963-64, winning the Cotton Bowl, and that defeated Alabama in the 1965 Orange Bowl. They know damn well that you were never given a chance to become responsible or self-disciplined. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. He was general manager of the New England Patriots for a year as well. Ive got a uniform reserved for him here in 1961.. George H. Sauer, a former college football coach who served as general manager of the New York Titans and later as the first director of player personnel for their successor, the New York Jets, died on Saturday at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Waco, Tex. 1933 All-American At Nebraska George Sauer was one of Nebraska's most historic players during the 1930's. Coach D.X. It both glorifies and destroys bodies. I thought you might like to see a memorial for George Sauer Jr. A few thoughts: George Sauer had the heart and soul of a poet. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. George Sauer Obituary (2013) - Waco, TX - The Columbus Dispatch He simply rolled up his sleeves and met the ball carrier head on." Rev. Albert George Sauer | Obituaries | lancasteronline.com He was named the top split end in the AFL in 1967 by the Associated Press, UPI and theSporting News. "[2] Sauer's father, on the subject of his son's retirement, stated, "He definitely does not like to be regimented."[2]. George G. Sauer, 74 years old, a veteran coal miner, who celebrated his golden wedding anniversary only three weeks ago, died at his home, 1807 West Lincoln street, at 1:25 a.m. Tuesday. Even in the pros, you were told when to go to bed, when to turn your lights off, when to wake up, when to eat and what to eat. Every now and then, the secrets spill out. He worked at the local Sunshine Food Stores stacking shelves by day. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. In five of the six seasons Sauer played for the Jets, Sauer either led or tied for the lead in receptions. Like so many other decisions up to that point, and like so many others, that decision had already been made for him. Despite the Jets' run-heavy game plan in Super Bowl III, Sauerfinishedwith a game-high eight catches for 133 yards. George Sauer, Jets' Leading Receiver in Super Bowl III, Dies at 69 He was 83. George Sauer Sr. Obituary It is with great sadness that we announce the death of George Sauer Sr. of Orma, West Virginia, who passed away on February 28, 2021, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. Funeral Home Services for George are being provided by FJ Corrigan Funeral Services, and Kindrich-McHugh Steinbauer. How much do you really value intelligence, Moffitt observed, when as a society you continue to do unintelligent things?. 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Sauer was another. When the Titans became the Jets in 1963, Mr. Sauer, the only front-office executive to make the transition, stayed on as director of player personnel, remaining through the team's triumphant Super Bowl season of 1968. Edina Sauer Obituary (1962 - 2022) - Dallas, TX - Dallas Morning News Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. He was well-read and could carry on an informed conversation on almost any subject. George August "Sonny" Sauer, Sr., 83, of Orma, WV, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2021, at his home. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.meadcares.com for the Sauer family. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Born in 2 Aug 1918 and died in 9 Jul 1975 Stony Plain, Alberta George Sauer Jr. The shifty slot receiver who walked away from the game at the. "It claims to teach self-discipline and responsibility, which is its most obvious contradiction. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Fox Valley Lutheran's Ben Gucinski wins Gatorade award, Brewers Blog Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. Even in the pros, you were told when to go to bed, when to turn your lights off, when to wake up, when to eat and what to eat. Basketball, hockey, name it. He loved reminiscing about the old days of growing up on a farm in Minnesota and listening to prime country music. In 1979 he was an assistant coach with the Carolina Chargers of the American Football Association. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. "He was an integral part of the development and success of our fine football team," Ewbank said. Burial will be at Bethesda Lutheran Church Cemetery, south of . His father was a lifelong football player, coach, and administrator. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Nature Conservancy, Adirondack Land Trust http://www.adirondacklandtrust.org/Donate/. He wanted something else. Oops, something didn't work. His eight receptions and 133 yards led all receivers in that game. I know the father does this because my father did it with me, and I confess that I did it with my sons. Fortunate son. He is getting lots of affirmation for being the kid who is really good at, for example, throwing or catching the ball; or hitting the baseball. "But he was given skills he didnt want. That season, Sauer caught 38 passes for 547 yards, good for 14.4 yards per catch and three touchdowns. The irony is, in most cases there is nothing malicious in it at least in the beginning although the results can consume many years of the childs life and continue into early adulthood. He had apparently chosen the city at random. And at a very young age the sport takes over your life. George Sauer, who as a wide receiver for the Jets played a pivotal role in the team's stunning victory in Super Bowl III, and who later quit professional football because he considered it. George Sauer - 1933 - Football - University of Nebraska He was a diesel mechanic for over 60 years. Sauer attended the University of Nebraska where he was an All-American halfback under Dana X. Bible from 1931-1933. He starts tossing a football or baseball to the son when the son is maybe two years old, or whatever the thing may be. His mother, Lillian Werner, was from there. My passion for the game was not sufficient, he wrote. He was born November 27, 1937, a son of the late Fredrick August Sauer, Sr. and Anita Elizabeth Sauer. Power forward Ikechukwu Eke commits to Marquette's 2017 recruiting class, On the Trail It doesnt take much, and the seeds are firmly planted, the heading is set. You even have to live and eat together like you were in a boys camp., Ten years later, he remained just as disillusioned. They know damn well that you were never given a chance to become responsible or self-disciplined. "It is a sad thing to see a 40-year-old man checked into bed at night," Sauer said. Like so many young boys in these situations, the son just happened to be very good at playing a sport that he did not really enjoy. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. George Sauer Obituary (2007) - Cleveland, OH - The Plain Dealer There are no volunteers for this cemetery. "I think since Lombardi has been pretty much epitomized as the head figure in football for the 1960s, his image and what he stood for and his coaching techniques need to be scrutinized and questioned," Sauer said. There was an error deleting this problem. Robert Sauer, Jr. Robert Arthur Sauer, Jr. passed away unexpectedly in the early morning of July 11, 2021 at the age of 49. EDINA SAUER OBITUARY. In an interview in November of 1971, Sauer took issue with some of the style of coaching associated with Vince Lombardi. He was 69. Missed and loved by, Your family X. George Sauer Sr. Obituary (1937 - 2021) | Orma, West Virginia Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of George Sauer (53262995)? This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. burial type, casket, head stone, cemetery accommodations, etc.) Verify and try again. He was born November 27, 1937, a son of the late Fredrick August Sauer, Sr. and Anita Elizabeth Sauer. There is a problem with your email/password. and then the N.F.L. George Sauer Obituary (1933 - 2021) | Essex, MD - Echovita Sauer catching a pass over the Raiders Willie Brown. There is little real freedom. Obituary. How many dreams are delayed, put off, or never attempted? George Jr. played from 1966 to 1970 for the New York Jets; he is shown on a 1969 Glendale stamp. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. They had 6 children that they raised in Ridgewood, Queens, New York till 2009 when she moved to Winter Springs, Florida to live with her daughter and her family. We have set your language to George Sr. was an All-American fullback at Nebraska, and was a head coach at New Hampshire, Kansas, Navy and Baylor. He later served as director of pro personnel for the New York Titans and Jets. The two-year-old learns how to get praise, attention, and self-value very early on. Could these really be the happiest, most exuberant men on earth, or are they compelled to behave that way for the enjoyment of the masses? Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. Edina was the middle child of Hugh Clayton Welsh, Jr and Julia Ann Thompson Welsh and Connie Patton Welsh, and was born at Herman Hospital in Houston where she was so proud to . My dad would throw the ball to me close to the trees and Id bounce off of them after I caught it. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Leonard (Len) R. Sauer, of Gloucester City died on September 8 in Cooper University Medical Center from injuries suffered in an auto accident that occurred several days before. Bruzdzinski Funeral Home 1407 Old Eastern Ave, Essex, MD 21221. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. I enjoyed the friendships I made. George Sauer's Love-Hate Connection With Football He played for the Jets in the A.F.L. He also coached a minor league football team in the late 1970s. Please try again later. I care even less about being a public person. A graveside service will be held following the funeral at Mt. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Sauer led the American Football League (AFL) in receptions in the 1967 season. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, college, draft, and more on Pro-football-reference.com. How many desires are never followed, all in the name of going along to get along? Search above to list available cemeteries. After his years in the service, Alfred worked a brief time at the Sante Fe Railroad. Outside of helping you tackle the logistics associated with a funeral (i.e. Sauer wrote a poem he called "Father" that hinted at his fear that the Wind-driven fight blows in my marrow, light narrows and clouds invite. George Sauer - Wikipedia Sauer, 6-2 and 195, thought pro football players were treated like children. He played for the Jets in the A.F.L. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Pretty soon, if you are the son, you dont even think about whether you like it or not; you just do it, because it has almost become your entire identity. His father had played for the Green Bay Packers from 19351937 and been a member of the Packers 1936 NFL championship team. Please reset your password. Although we rarely communicated in recent years, I remember him well, especially memories with his wife Martha. Some are able to move beyond the affliction, and some are not. "It is personally embarrassing to realize that you are a part of this.". He was 69. "After years of this kind of living, what else can you be but an adolescent? Alfred married Rosemaria Abeyta on June 6, 1975 and together they had four children. George is survived by his daughters Amy Helewa; Cynthia Klenz (Barry Blakeslee); Nancy Eberling (David); brother Leonard Sauer (Mimi); eleven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren, and preceded in death by his wife Martha (Sprenger), daughter Ellen (Corbin), and sons-in-law Joe Helewa and Buck Klenz. Thats how it happens to hundreds of thousands of young men in America, and its how it happened to the man on aisle 7, George Sauer Jr. "He didnt want to be anything but a poet and a writer," said John Dockery, a Jets teammate, in a 2008 interview. George Sauer Jr. would later note, It was as though some unseen force was driving me from behind to do those things. I can identify with this sentiment, because this same unseen force influenced the first 22 years of my own life. An all-America fullback under Coach Dana X. Bible at the University of Nebraska, Mr. Sauer, a Nebraska native, played two seasons for the Green Bay Packers before beginning a five-year stint as head coach at the University of New Hampshire in 1937. Selle: Term limits unneeded when there's dumb and dumber Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Sauers father, George Sauer Sr., played fullback for the Packers from 1935-37. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of George Sauer of Essex, Maryland, who passed away on May 23, 2021, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Although the 6'2" Sauer didn't have game-breaking speed, he was an exemplary route-runner and had tremendously reliable hands. John was a 1959 graduate of Scecina Memorial High School. Here is George Sauer's obituary. I remember my father telling my mother one time, With his hands he should be an end.. Sauer played for the New York Stars and Charlotte Hornets of the World Football League in 1974. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. He earned his GED and went on to attend Barstow Community College. Sauer played college football for the Texas Longhorns as a wide receiver. He finished with 29 catches for 301 yards and two touchdowns. George Sauer, Jr. Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Edward Sauer Jr. | Obituary | Herald Bulletin Sauer was a four-time All-Star in the American Football League. He had no family in the area. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. He was the son of Rose and Alfred Sauer Sr. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? It is how you gain personal value. 1969 Glendale Stamps :: Nearmint's Vintage Football Card Blog Married her husband George Sauer in 1952. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. So what does the father do? After serving in the Navy in World War II, he coached for two years at Kansas and two at the Naval Academy before taking over at Baylor for five years and serving as athletic director until 1958. But in the inception, the parent soon observes that the son is pretty good at the thing, whatever it may be, because after all, again, he is the parents son. How is this possible? In spite of his disillusionment about playing professional football, Sauer returned to play for the New York Stars of the World Football League in 1974. Well, because the parent gets excited, and the two-year-old senses this, and it goes from there. A great athlete like Sauer naturally will be hard to replace.". [4] Sauer remained at Baylor as Athletic Director until 1960 when he became the first General Manager of the New York Titans of the American Football League. In Gents voice, you can hear Sauers: When an athlete, no matter what color jersey he wears, finally realizes that opponents and teammates alike are his adversaries, and he must deal and dispense with them all, he is on his way to understanding the spirit that underlies the business of competitive sport. He didnt want to be anything but a poet and a writer, John Dockery, a former Jets teammate and roommate during road games, recalled in a 2008 interview, but he was given skills he didnt want. But before abruptly leaving it all behind, George Sauer Jr. would leave his one unique and indelible mark on the game that never fulfilled him and that he never enjoyed. The middle-aged man lived alone in a small apartment in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

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