Myrtle Marie Sauer, age 93, of Arkdale, Wisconsin passed away Sunday, July 6, 2014 at Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
Per her wishes there will be no services.
Myrtle was born April 27, 1921 in Richland County, Wisconsin.
She married Otto E. Sauer, they had three children, Duane, Howard and Shirley.
Myrtle worked on their farm and planted many many acres of Christmas trees. She also drove school bus for the Adams-Friendship School district for 37 years.
Myrtle enjoyed being a 4-H leader for many years and going to the casino.
She was preceded in death by her husband Otto and her son, Howard.
Survivors:
Daughter: Shirley Sauer of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Son: Duane (Marion Allen) Sauer of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Grandson: Rick (Sally) Sauer of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Grandson: Randy Sauer of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Grandson: Scott (Karen) Sauer of Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Two Great-Granddaughters: Sydney & Abby Sauer of Milwaukee, Wisconsin
I remember Myrtle as the nicest, kindest bus driver & she was my favorite one from all my school years. Since i was the last one off, sometimes i’d go up, shy me, and talk a bit to her. She was from what little i knew of her during 4 yrs of riding bus in high school, one of the kindest souls & had such a warm smile. She will always be remembered by me as someone special for her kind heart and always making the bus ride feel like the safest one on the road. You will be missed by all who knew you, Myrtle. My heart goes out to the family.
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Myrtle she touched our life and we will miss her.
I will always remember Myrtle as my bus driver and 4-H leader. She was always young at heart and helped so many kids over the years. Always quick with a smile and praise for a job well done. I also remember going to get flowers and plants every spring at the greenhouse, and fresh eggs. I even spent some time there with Myrtle as my babysitter! I loved playing bus driver in the buses! So many happy memories come flooding back. I extend my sympathy to Shirley and the entire Sauer family. Myrtle was a wonderful lady who will not be forgotten.
Shirley I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a sweet heart and loved to visit when we saw you out and about. She will always be in your heart. Please accept our sincere condolences.
sorry for your loss shirley and family, My memories of Myrtle is when she drove school bus in our area on browndeer dr. I also remember her making cakes.. she was a very special person.. rest in peace Myrtle you lived a good life.
Dear Shirley,.
I am so sorry for your loss. As everyone else has said, your mom was a very special person who spread sunshine wherever she went. When my boys were in 4H, she had a club of mostly “active” boys who she was able to keep under control! I was always amazed at what she was able to accomplish with them. What a wonderful legacy she has left to all of us.
God’s blessings Shirley,
Ruth
Dear Shirley, Duane and Family, Myrtle was an amazing woman who loved, taught and inspired many children and adults for many years. I so enjoyed working with her during my tenure as UW Extension Home Economist in the 1960’s.
The Adams County Fair with all the 4-H exhibits and displays was a highlight for her. There, she saw what her 4-H club members had accomplished under her leadership and guidance. Along with those club members, Myrtle pledged her head, heart, hands and health to better living for her home, her club, her community, and her world. She truly lived what she pledged. And, she did it with that special and unique smile of hers…a true example for all of us to follow.
Adams County has lost one of its best. But, Myrtle’s legacy lives on in the many, many lives she enriched.
Dear Shirley, I sure will miss my Christmas Card from your Mom, I looked forward to hearing from her every year, she never missed a year and always wrote. She was a God send for my Mom when she was up there every weekend, Mom loved talking to her and I have comfort knowing they will talk again now. Please let us know if we can help in any way. Love Mike and Sherry Abbott.
Shirley & family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. Still remember all the times as kids that we spent together. Such good times, really the ending of an era with the passing of our parents. Take comfort knowing that you were an excellent daughter and that she is resting now, she was always so busy while she was here.
Sharon
Dear Shirley and family,
As I’m sure you know, your mother was one of a kind. She always made our brood feel welcome with her sweet and patient ways. Her culinary skills and cake decorating left a huge impression on me and even today I can still remember her heavenly chicken soup with homemade egg noodles.
We stopped by when we were at the cottage over Memorial Day weekend but you two were gone. I very much wish I had been able to see her once again. She was so special. You are, too, and I still like to think of you as my “big sister”. So, Sis, if there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.
Love,
Patty
I feel fortunate that Myrtle was a part of my children’s 4-H life for so many years. She was a great service to the community. My sympathy to the Sauer family.
Dear Shirley, Duane and Families,
I was so, very, very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was one of the nicest lady’s it has been my privileged to know. Always smiling and happy she was just a great,great gal. I have so many wonderful memories of playing on your farm… And being in 4-H. Shirley remember the “snake” incident on the road back to your house from the Griffith’s what a Hoot! Although you and I didn’t think so at the time….It is like the end of an era with her gone. All the people that we knew from our childhood are just a lovely memory. I know you will all miss her terribly as will those of us who’s lives she touched. My most sincere condolences to all of you.
Sincerely,
Pat
Many years ago I asked Myrtle to make a birthday cake for my friend Hazel. What she came up with was indeed a work of art……a colorful outdoor panorama, complete with birds and butterflies…..just beautiful. I took a picture of it as eating such a masterpiece and leaving no memory seemed a sin. She was a multi-talented lady. May God bless her memory.
Our Deepest Sympathy from the Riedel Family, Myrtle was a wonderful lady, giving of her time for children for 4H and working at the fair with all those kids, she touched many children’s lives. Our prayers are with you all.
Our memories of Myrtle are synonymous with 4-H. She was a very involved and active person who really seemed to enjoy what she did. Forty years ago she made our wedding cake. I believe she could do whatever she set her mind to. Rest in Peace, Myrtle. Shirley, you are in our thoughts and prayers. You were a wonderful daughter to your mother.
We are sorry to hear that Myrtle passed away. She always had a smile when we would see her at the Sand County Players shows. We will miss seeing her. Our sympathy to her family.
We are sorry for your loss. She was a sweetheart and was always nice to my mom.
Shirley, So sorry to read of your mom’s passing. She is in a good place and lived a good life. Judy Bieri
Shirley & all the Sauer Family- We are sorry for your loss. So many fond memories of Myrtle & Otto. God be with you at this time.
So sorry to hear of her passing she touched my life with her kindness she will be missed she was an amazing lady and I enjoyed her presence almost everyday for breakfast Heaven has an awesome new angel RIP our sympathy to your family
Condolences to the family of Myrtle Sauer. Reading her obit brings back childhood memories of her and Otto.. Otto would always talk to us kids about Myrtle while driving our school bus. Otto had to be the BEST bus driver we ever had. so just having fond memories of them tonight reading her obit. RIP Myrtle.
Our deepest sympathy to your family. She will missed.
My deepest sympathy to the whole family, we used to spend many nights watching tv and playing cards. She,mmade.,our wedding cake many years ago. She was a wonderful friend and neighbor.
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with the family. I really enjoyed talking to Myrtle when you guys came in to eat. She always had a smile and we had lots of laughs. May peace be with you all.
So sorry to hear of Myrtles passing. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
To Myrtle’s Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Nothing could keep Myrtle down, was always busy. Would always say “Hi” and made one feel welcome. RIP
Myrtle was the essence of the Roche-A-Cri Beavers 4-H club for many generations of Cottonville/Big Flats neighborhood kids. She nurtured, encouraged, and loved many of us into doing far more than we thought possible. Her impact continues on in the hearts and lives of those of us who should have told her more often how much she meant to us. She will be greatly missed. May God bless and be with her family.
our deepest sympathy on the loss of Myrtle. she touched many lifes and all of us are better for knowing her. May God, family, and friends comfort you during this difficult time.
We offer our condolences to the family.How we enjoyed eating breakfasts at the restuarants with you two.
What wonderful memories we have of Myrtle helping out at the fair. I know she’ll be always with us in spirit there! My sympathy to you all.
Our Deepest Sympathy to your family.