It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Deacon Richard Russell Sage of La Crosse, Wisconsin, who passed away on January 14, 2022, at the age of 73, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Larry and Helen; and his siblings, Michael Sage and Lori Bollard (Sage). He is survived by : his significant other Mary Margaret Sage (Bell); his children, Jennifer Schmeling (David), Tom Sage (Michelle) and David Sage (Cynthia); his grandchildren, Alicia, Jacob and Cody; and his siblings, Patricia Fort (Jon), Leland Sage (Kathleen) and Debra Drexler (Terry). He is also survived by nurses, caregivers.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Blaschke & Schneider Funeral Homes

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January 24, 2022

Ron Leibl wrote a sympathy message

“My deepest condolences to the Family of Richard or as I knew him “Rich”. We were classmates at St Pats and graduated together from Tech in Accounting. He was the organist at our wedding, 52 years ago. Time and Travel had put distance between us. My memories of him are still strong. I was blessed to have shared time with him. Ron Leibl”

January 17, 2022

June Reinert wrote a sympathy message

“Mary, I was so sorry to hear about your husband's death. I know this is a hard time and it is nice that you have your children with you. We have been so isolated at Eagle Crest, it is hard to know what neighbors and friends are going through. If I can be of any help, please call. I will watch the ceremony on video. I know that Deacon Sage has helped and inspired many in the La Crosse area. June Reinert”