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ERIC D. SAUERHAGEN
October 8, 1987 January 4, 2019
Eric D. Sauerhagen, 31, passed away on January 4, 2019 in Bozeman, MT. Eric was born in Colorado Springs and graduated from Cheyenne Mountain High School and Fort Lewis College with a Business Degree.
Eric grew up in Colorado camping, backpacking, hunting, skiing, and rock climbing. Upon college graduation Eric chose to pursue adventures in ranching, agriculture, and land conservation. He was dedicated to the future of agriculture and had experiences working on a variety of ranches that took him throughout Montana, Oregon, and Colorado. Eric loved the work, lifestyle, and opportunities associated with ranching and being outdoors. He was passionate, adventurous and lived his life to the fullest.
Eric is survived by his parents, Karen and Roger Sauerhagen, brother, Nathan, and sister, Amy. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Harless and Jennie Sauerhagen, and Clyde and Mildred Seal.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Property and Environment Research Center (PERC.org) or American Prairie Reserve (Americanprairie.org) in Eric's honor.
A private celebration of his life is planned.
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for Eric Sauerhagen
January 31, 2019
Dear Sauerhagens, We just returned to Colorado Springs (from Nashville) and heard of the truly tragic loss of Eric. We cannot even imagine your grief and sadness at his passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless, Orlando & Valerie Garcia
Ryan Hannigan
January 21, 2019
such a shock...I am so sorry Sauerhagens...
susanna hardisty
January 17, 2019
heartbreaking news... our family got to know Eric in Bellingham ..I am so sorry for your loss as I enjoyed a trip to the island with him when he was here little over a year ago, I called him the young Clint Eastwood as he was so poised , I wanted to give you hugs from a few states away, so so sad
Roxi Graham
January 17, 2019
Roger & Karen & family - I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I remember all of you living across the street from me on Custer and being such nice neighbors & then meeting you in the Cheyenne Mountain neighborhood. I really have no words that will help during the grieving of your son. I am so sorry.
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Ted Walker
January 17, 2019
Such a tragedy. I will miss Eric's easy smile and the stories of his rugged life. He was a cowboy.
Bob Shaver
January 16, 2019
Cindy and want to extend to you our deepest sympathies and regrets. Man, I am soo sorry to hear of his loss.
Jed Walker
January 16, 2019
I am so sad to hear this. I will always remember Eric as the happy, sweet kid I played with all those years ago. Thoughts and prayers for this wonderful family. Rest in Peace buddy.
Benita Genth
January 16, 2019
Dear Friends
Can't imagine your brokenness and grieving hearts for the loss of your son. Please feel our love and support and know we are sending our prayers to remember those wonderful memories of Eric. You are blessed with good friends and family.
Hugs
Benita & Gene Genth
david Eick
January 16, 2019
I was very sorry to read of Eric's passing. I have many happy memories of him as a student in the Cañon days. He was a thinker, with a heart.
I can't begin to imagine what you are going through now. May God grant you and your family peace and comfort in the weeks and months ahead.
Kathy Royce
January 16, 2019
We are so saddened by this heartbreaking loss. I have always had a soft spot in my heart for Eric. Remembering his time in Durango working on the trails, catching fish at Electra, his first Elk hunting trip with Roger. Was fun to follow his career path and passion for ranching. He was a kind gentle guy. So sorry for your loss! Love to all the Sauerhagen's
Your a great family.
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