Passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 13, 2018, at age 93. Beloved husband of Elizabeth J. Sauer (nee Burbey) for 71 years. Loving father of Mary (Mark) Wilke, William F. (Joan) Sauer, the late Edward J. (Dee) Sauer, and Carol A. (Pat) Kroon. Proud grandfather of 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Also loved by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Preceded in death by his 9 siblings.
Ed served in the US Army in the Korean War. He retired as a Plant Engineer from Oster/Sunbeam Corporation after 37 years. After his retirement from Oster/Sunbeam, he helped his sons build their business at Merisco, Inc. for over 20 years. Ed enjoyed golfing, fishing, and playing slot machines (as long as he won).
Memorial Gathering at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, July 17, 2008, from 4:00 PM – 5:45 PM. Service at 6:00 PM.