Frederick W. Sauerhage

Frederick W. Sauerhage, 91, of Hecker, IL, died April 28, 2026, in Waterloo, IL. He was born December 13, 1934, in Murphysboro, IL.

He is survived by his children Debbie (Steve) Cizewski and Lisa (Lee) Schmidt; grandchildren Jill Cizewski, Nicole (Danny) Sellers, and Mark (Valerie) Cizewski; great grandchildren Sophia Sellers, Julian Cizewski, Malichi Cizewski, Elijah Cizewski, and Isaia Cizewski; sister Sonja Cheetham; nieces; nephews; and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his wife Jacqueline (nee Morriset) Sauerhage; parents George and Emma (nee Ticer) Sauerhage and sister and brothers Lamoine Sauerhage, Sherman Sauerhage, and Deanna Beard.

Frederick was a United States Army Veteran and was the Chief of Police in Hecker, IL.

As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to:
Accolade Healthcare of Waterloo

Visitation:
10 AM to 11 AM Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL

Funeral Service:
11 AM Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Quernheim Funeral Home in Waterloo, IL
     Pastor David Eckstadt officiating
Interment will follow at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, MO