He participated in soccer, baseball and taekwondo throughout his school years. I enjoyed the friendships I made. Please reset your password. A big factor was the stellar play of Jets quarterback Joe Namath, who had brashly guaranteed a victory. In 1979, he was an assistant coach with the Carolina Chargers of the American Football Association. Family and friends can send flowersand condolences in memory of the loved one. He also received an Associate of Arts Degree in June 1978. Edward Sauer Jr. | Obituary | Herald Bulletin As Sauer continued to develop, so did the New York Jets. He was 69. [2] After he completed his military service, he coached for two years at University of Kansas, he compiled a 1532 (.786) record, winning the conference title in each season. [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. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. George Sauer, the Jets leading receiver in Super Bowl III and four-time AFL All Star, died on May 7 according to the New York Times. According to The New York Times obituary of Sauer, he wrote extensively, producing novels, poetry and book reviews. In a 1972 article in the Tuscaloosa News, Sauer discussed his choice to leave the sport. There is little real freedom. It both glorifies and destroys bodies. You can always change this later in your Account settings. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. There is no photo or video of George Sauer.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Sauer played college football for the Texas Longhorns as a wide receiver. George Sauer, the Jets leading receiver in Super Bowl III and four-time AFL All Star, died on May 7 according to the New York Times. This is part of how it happens. George Henry Sauer Jr. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Alfred George Sauer Jr. August 6, 1945 - April 9, 2022 IN THE CARE OF Mead Mortuary Alfred "Butch" George Sauer Jr., 76, passed away on April 9, 2022, at his home in Barstow, CA. Sauer was another. So what does the father do? Add to your scrapbook. Why hate your fellow man, evenartificially?". 1933 All-American At Nebraska George Sauer was one of Nebraska's most historic players during the 1930's. Coach D.X. Sauer broke through for his best season in 1967 when he led the AFL with 75 receptions, and his 1,189 receiving yards was second in the AFL behind his teammate Maynard. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Failed to remove flower. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Failed to delete memorial. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. He was born November 27, 1937, a son of the late Fredrick August Sauer, Sr. and Anita Elizabeth Sauer. George Henry Sauer Sr. (December 11, 1910 - February 5, 1994) was an American football player, coach, college sports administrator, and professional football executive. The Baltimore Colts were three-touchdown favorites when they faced the Jets in the 1969 Super Bowl, in Miami, but they lost, 16-7, in one of the great upsets in pro football history. Sauer caught two key passes, each converting first downs, on the Jets' only touchdown drive of the game. Sauer was a four-time All-Star in the American Football League. Photo George Sauer in 1969.Credit Associated Press. from 1965 through 1970, appearing in 84 games and catching 309 passes for 4,965 yards and 28 touchdowns. Rev. He had grown to hate the life of a pro football player, he said. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to St. Josephs Catholic Church. William (Billy) John Sauer's Memorial Website | Ever Loved George Jr. played from 1966 to 1970 for the New York Jets; he is shown on a 1969 Glendale stamp. Try again later. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. She said he had been struggling with Alzheimers disease for some time. George Sauer, Jets Receiver and Rebel, Is Dead at 69 He left with one year still left on his contract, which was certain to have been extended. [6], Sauer appeared as an imposter on the February 26, 1962 episode of the game show To Tell The Truth. He played college football for the Texas Longhorns. How many desires are never followed, all in the name of going along to get along? He was the son of Rose and Alfred Sauer Sr. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. This is how boys like the one in this story, my former teammates, and me, are created. They know damn well that you were never given a chance to become responsible or self-disciplined. And, as so often happens, the father would win the inevitable clash of wills that was bound to ignite when a son shows talent in other areas beyond sports. 21 Alleged Heroin Traffickers Federally Charged In New Jersey Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? 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. He was great at carrying the ball and he was one of the best on defense. He would walk away from the game only two years later at the age of 27, one of the best receivers in the NFL, and leaving a highly-lucrative contract on the table. His sister, Ms. Keifer, is his only immediate survivor. Maynard caught no passes that day. 81, passed away February 28, 2023. He was a member of the undefeated 1963 Longhorns, and of the 1964 Longhorns that defeated previously unbeaten Alabama in the 1965 Orange Bowl. "But he was given skills he didnt want. [5] Sauer remained with the Jets until 1969 when he was named general manager of the Boston Patriots. 1963 Texas Longhorns footballconsensus national champions, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "George Sauer, Jets Receiver and Rebel, Is Dead at 69", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=George_Sauer_Jr.&oldid=1140626796, American Football League All-League players, American Football League All-Star players, Players of American football from Wisconsin, Short description is different from Wikidata, Articles needing additional references from December 2019, All articles needing additional references, NFL player missing current team parameter, Infobox NFL biography articles missing alt text and caption, Infobox NFL biography articles with old NFL.com URL, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 21 February 2023, at 00:13. Checkout the latest stats for George Sauer. His father was a lifelong football player, coach, and administrator. After leaving the Jets, Sauer served as an unpaid offensive line coach in 1973 at Oberlin College in Ohio. from 1965 through 1970 . You even have to live and eat together like you were in a boys camp. Failed to report flower. In Christ: Dave and Carol Anderson. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Thanks for your help! He was 69. This is actually very common; after all, when you think about it, people can be very good at something although they dont particularly like or enjoy it. How many possibilities are simply forfeited? Let others know about your loved one's death. Resend Activation Email. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. The Titans later reorganized and in 1963 were renamed in as the New York Jets. Alfred liked playing cards and going to the casino to play poker. This is a carousel with slides. After work, and in his free time, he wrote. He simply rolled up his sleeves and met the ball carrier head on." He played for the Jets in the A.F.L. Recalling his father's 15-year coaching career last night, his son noted that while his record included at least four conference championships and three bowl seasons, at New Hampshire, Kansas and Baylor, perhaps his most significant achievement was with a team that never won a game. Lucky husband. Glen Hines is the author of five books, including the recently published Of Time and Rivers, and the highly-regarded Bring in the Gladiators, Observations From a Former College Football Player Who Was Never Able to Become a Fan, all available at Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble. The middle-aged man lived alone in a small apartment in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Sauer retired at the peak of his career following the 1970 NFL season because he considered professional football dehumanizing. He later served as director of pro personnel for the New York Titans and Jets. To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. He graduated from Gloucester City High School in 1972. But I was appalled by the negating of the qualities of true competition and the emphasis on lucrative contracts. and then the N.F.L. After college, he played for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL) from 1935 to 1937, helping them win the 1936 NFL championship as their starting left halfback. 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. Middleton gets first-hand look at global game in Australia, Golf Beat May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. He was the husband of Tina M. (Bayuk) Root of New The rosary and funeral service will be held on May 6, 2022, at St. Josephs Catholic Church at 10:30am. 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. The shifty slot receiver who walked away from the game at the. Instead the system the power structure of the coaches and the people who run the game works to mold you into something they can manipulate.". "It is personally embarrassing to realize that you are a part of this.". 1967 AFL - JOE NAMATH to GEORGE SAUER highlights / TD touchdown vs. Buffalo Bills NFL and AFL Highlights 88 subscribers 3.6K views 3 years ago Raw footage of a 47-yard Joe Namath to George. Try again later. Other parents like you. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.meadcares.com for the Sauer family. "It claims to teach self-discipline and responsibility, which is its most obvious contradiction. On a writers journey. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, July 15 at 10:30 am MT at the Grant County Fair Building in Carson, ND with Pastor Bethany Haberstroh officiating. George Sauer's Love-Hate Connection With Football George August "Sonny" Sauer, Sr., 83, of Orma, WV, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2021, at his home. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. 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. He is survived by : his sister-in-law Marigold Sauer; his nieces, Sharon Sauer-Miscin (Sonny), Sheila Sauer-Lauterbach (John) and Shelba Uhrin (David); his great-nieces, Meghan Jaques (Richard), Danielle Harris (Justin), Casey Bosley (Scott) and Lexi Uhrin; his great-nephew Joshua Sauer-Nelson; and also, Angela, Royceston, Brandon and Calvin. Journal Sentinel sports columnist Bob Wolfley offers his take on the local and national sports scene. ", (Photo credits: Top: Associated Press file photo. Sorry to hear George had passed away. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Nature Conservancy, Adirondack Land Trust http://www.adirondacklandtrust.org/Donate/. 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. He retired in 2003 after 31 years of service. George Sauer Jr., who died at 69, had some connections to Wisconsin John was a 1959 graduate of Scecina Memorial High School. He also coached a minor league football team in the late 1970s. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. He was general manager of the New England Patriots for a year as well. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, college, draft, and more on Pro-football-reference.com. He played college football for the Texas Longhorns. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? [7], Sauer died in 1994 after a 10 year battle with Alzheimer's disease. The Jets were not only underdogs to a powerful Baltimore team, but they were also hobbled when Don Maynard, their speedy flanker and favorite Namath target, pulled a hamstring muscle. My passion for the game was not sufficient, he wrote. . Obituary | Robert Sauer, Jr. of Carson, North Dakota | Evanson Jensen If that's the case, wouldn't it be healthier to just hit your head against a padded wall? George Sauer Jr. would later observe, We had about thirteen trees in our backyard when I was a kid in Waco, Texas. His attitude did not surprise his father, George H. Sauer Sr., a former college coach and later a pro football executive. That season, Sauer caught 38 passes for 547 yards, good for 14.4 yards per catch and three touchdowns. Try again later. In the inception in the very earliest of days this is how it happens. As of 1994, the same year as his father's death, Sauer was a textbook graphics specialist living in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Ive got a uniform reserved for him here in 1961.. 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. His school would win a share of the Texas State High School Football Championship (AAAA) in 1960. He walked away from the money, from everything, because it was too painful for him.. You live forever in our hearts. He enjoyed watching old shows such as Bonanza, Gunsmoke, The Andy Griffith Show, and I Love Lucy. He wanted something else. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. 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. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. burial type, casket, head stone, cemetery accommodations, etc.) The few people who took the effort to get to know him soon learned he was one of the most intelligent and interesting people they had ever met. You even live and eat together like you are in a boys camp.. After retiring, Sauer pursued writing and completed a novel. Learn more about managing a memorial . At the time when you are a young father, it just seems like the normal thing to do. He earned a certificate in Administration of Justice in June 1978. 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. He was a diesel mechanic for over 60 years. This account has been disabled. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. U.S., Dutch Christian Reformed Church Vital Records, 18561970, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Sauers father, George Sauer Sr., played fullback for the Packers from 1935-37. Edward John Sauer Jr., 84, of Anderson, passed away Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017, at St. Vincent Heart Center. Try again later. Every now and then, the secrets spill out. 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. Drag images here or select from your computer for George Sauer Jr. memorial. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred Sauer Sr. and Rose Sauer, his wife, Rosemaria Sauer, son, David Sauer, sisters Alice Shoberg, Louene Prokosch, Marianne Holewa, Betty Brown, Virginia Rezac, and brother Greg Sauer. Former UT and Jets receiver Sauer dies at 69 - Chron Oops, something didn't work. In an interview in November of 1971, Sauer took issue with some of the style of coaching associated with Vince Lombardi. Alfred married Rosemaria Abeyta on June 6, 1975 and together they had four children. Sauer was a four-time All-Star in the American Football League. George Sauer, Jets' Leading Receiver in Super Bowl III, Dies at 69 Family members linked to this person will appear here. He slept in a. Sauer led the American Football League (AFL) in receptions in the 1967 season. He had been ill only four weeks, having felt the first attach of senility shortly before the wedding anniversary celebrations. were shocked when John Moffitt, a journeyman offensive lineman, up and quit the Denver Broncos, leaving a hefty salary on the table and leveling an indictment of football even bigger and more sweeping than Sauers. How many careers are never taken up? FLORHAM PARK, N.J. George Sauer had a huge day in the biggest game in New York Jets. View Cemetery. George Price Funeral Home 1400 Ave J, Levelland (806) 894-3131 Anderson-Clayton Bros. Funeral Home 202 South Bois D'Arc, P.O. You even have to live and eat together like you were in a boys camp., Ten years later, he remained just as disillusioned. The rationale is that this is just a surrogate war and a harmless way to let out our natural aggressive instincts. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. 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. Obituary for Frank Joseph Sauer Jr. EDINA SAUER OBITUARY. He was born on November 10, 1943, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Bottom: Associated Press. They know damn well that you were never given a chance to become responsible or self-disciplined. There was an error deleting this problem. Position: SE-WR 6-2, 195lb (188cm, 88kg) Born: November 10, 1943 in Sheboygan, WI. Sauer caught seven passes for 70 yards in the Jets thrilling 27-23 playoff win over the Raiders to help the Jets to a berth in Super Bowl III. He was 69. George August Sauer Obituary 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. How much do you really value intelligence, Moffitt observed, when as a society you continue to do unintelligent things?. Gertrude Sauer Obituary George Sauer - 1933 - Football - University of Nebraska Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Sauer, 6-2 and 195, thought pro football players were treated like children. His father, George Sr., had played for the Longhorns coach, Dana X. Bible, at the University of Nebraska in the early 30s. He was 83. After playing three years for the University of Texas, Sauer signed with the Jets in 1965, the same year the team drafted Joe Namath. After three seasons with the Green Bay Packers, Sauer Sr. went on to a long and successful career in coaching and scouting, including seven years with the New York Titans/Jets as their general manager in 1962 and as the director of player personnel from 19631968. 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. Joined the Titans in 1961. He loved reminiscing about the old days of growing up on a farm in Minnesota and listening to prime country music. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. April 12, 1933 - He retired from the N.F.L. 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. He had apparently chosen the city at random. Please try again later. The two-year-old learns how to get praise, attention, and self-value very early on. In 1969, he helped the Jets win Super Bowl III. In addition to his son, a textbook graphics specialist in St. Paul, Mr. Sauer is survived by his wife, Lillian; two sisters, Kate Bonsack and Bertha Miller; a daughter, Dana Keifer, and two grandsons. In 1979 he was an assistant coach with the Carolina Chargers of the American Football Association. 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. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. And at a very young age the sport takes over your life. At 6 feet 2 inches and 195 pounds, he was an outstanding receiver at the University of Texas, where he gave up premedical studies because he did not have time for both that and football. "I know that several times I have found myself in the locker room, caught up in it all and acting like a seven year old," Sauer said. Year should not be greater than current year. 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. He definitely does not like to be regimented, he said of his son. A great athlete like Sauer naturally will be hard to replace.". Following the services, there will be a reception at the Miller home. I care even less about being a public person. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. (88 years old). Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Little did anyone know that twenty-six years before, he had caught eight passes for 133 yards and set up his teams only touchdown in Super Bowl III. Like so many other decisions up to that point, and like so many others, that decision had already been made for him. And theres really no thought or discussion about you doing anything else. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Get email updates about George Sauer, Jr. delivered directly to your inbox. GEORGE SAUER OBITUARY GEORGE A. SAUER JR. age 79 beloved husband of Betty Jane (nee Madsen) for 57 years; loving father of Norma Jean Hydock (John) and Ronald (Julie); grandfather of. The words he used were not ambiguous. He was born November 27, 1937, a son of the late Fredrick August Sauer, Sr. and Anita Elizabeth Sauer. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. And thats how it happens. Kendall has fond memories of 2004 British Open at Royal Troon, Golden Eagles Blog The History of Longhorn Sports - Texas Legacy Support Network Sauer catching a pass over the Raiders Willie Brown. Len was a lifelong resident of Gloucester City. George R. Root, Jr. | Obituaries | lancasteronline.com The memory of that letter has stayed with me because I think it was important in my eventual retirement, Sauer would later observe. Oops, we were unable to send the email. After two years in the insurance business, he joined the Titans in 1961, as the team's backfield coach-general manager. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Alfred Butch George Sauer Jr., 76, passed away on April 9, 2022, at his home in Barstow, CA.

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