John C. Sager

John Charles Sager, 48, of Branson, Missouri and formerly of Deshler, Ohio passed away Sunday, September 17, 2017 in his home. He was born on October 13, 1968 in Quebec City, Canada. He was adopted by James and Janet (Fronk) Sager of Deshler, Ohio. He was raised in a loving home and graduated from Patrick Henry High School in 1987. He participated in many sports and very active in the music department, where he played numerous instruments, sang and was voted Best Male Vocalist both his junior and senior years. He attended Tiffin University and then returned home to work in the family business as the sales manager of Sager Motor Sales. He was a former president of the Deshler Chamber of Commerce and an original organizer of the Henry County Relay for Life. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Deshler. All this time growing up and living in the Deshler community, John was singing and performing whenever asked. He was the winner of several contests, including Toledo Idol; Erie Street Market Idol and Findlay Idol. Then in 2009, John moved to Branson, Missouri to pursue his dream of singing and entertaining for a living. He performed at many venues and received countless awards as an outstanding vocalist. During the winter months he performed in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas where he continued to receive rewards for his singing. He will be remembered for his incredible talent and will be forever adored by his family, friends and countless fans. He is survived by his parents, James and Janet Sager; daughter, Brooke Sager; brother, Steve (Teresa) Sager; sister, Susan (Brad) Myers; nephew, Anthony Sager; nieces, Alexis Myers and Stevie Sager. In 2014 John was reunited with his birth family in Quebec City, Canada and is survived by sisters, Lynda; Johanne; Sylvie; Josee'; Irmarie and brother, Normand. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 23 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Deshler. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Deshler. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. on Friday at Rodenberger Funeral Home, Deshler. The family suggests memorials to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or the Donor's Choice. www.rodenbergerfuneralhome.com

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John C. Sager

October 13, 1968 - September 17, 2017