Earl Edward Sage (Butch) passed away on February 22 2020 at the age of 81 at NHC Healthcare, Town and County MO. Born February 11 1939 in St Louis MO to the late Ralph E and Grace M Sage.

Loving Father of Elizabeth (Richard) Barton of St John IN and Rebecca Sage of Lilbourn MO.

Loving Grandfather of Morgan and Austin Barton of St John IN and Pamela Birkhead of Columbia MO.

Beloved Brother of Jacqueline Nack of St Louis MO and Uncle of Ronald Esche of St Louis MO.

Great Uncle of Jacob, Jonathan and Josephine Esche of Warrenton MO.

Preceded in death by Parents Ralph and Grace, Brother in Law Charles Nack, and Nephews James and Michael Esche.

Butch was proud of his long history of firefighting beginning with Wellston Fire Department and ending as chief of Mid-County Fire Protection District.