Howard E. Sager Jr.

Howard " Gene' Eugene Sager Jr., 80, of Clearfield passed away at his home on September 22, 2026.

Born in Altoona, PA on December 29, 1945 to Howard Eugene Sager Sr and Ethel Robinson.

Gene grew up on the family farm enjoying all the aspects of the farm life. He graduated in 1963 from Tyrone Area High School. Upon graduation he enlisted in the Marine Corps. He was a Vietnam Veteran serving two terms.

Gene found his calling in life to be a truck driver. While working in his career he traversed the entire nation and could tell you directions to about all the major US cities.

Even though being a truck driver was his job he enjoyed being outdoors. He had other jobs in his lifetime. He was an EMT, factory worker, bartender, and he rode the bulls in the rodeo circuit. He was a real cowboy and wore his boots everywhere. He especially liked snake skin boots as it made his wife cringe. He loved to ride horses and taught others how to ride through his lifetime. He was a part owner in a dude ranch at one time in his life.

He belonged to multiple clubs and organizations through his years. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Veterans of Foreign Wars Past Commanders Club, Fraternal Order of the Eagles, SOI, American Legion, Moose, ABATE, American Legion Riders, Marine Corps League, Central District Volunteer Firemens Association and others. He was a very proud man and enjoyed helping where needed throughout his life.

In his retired years you could spot him at multiple different eateries in the area with his wife, Beverly as they ate out frequently.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Donald and James.

Gene married the love of his life, Beverly Joann (Stiner) Sager on September 19, 1992 in Clearfield. They had just celebrated their 35 year wedding anniversary. He leaves behind his wife; a son Charles (CJ) Jeffrey Sager and his wife Christina; grandsons Wyatt, Mason and Carson Sager; his sisters, Pam Sager and Elizabeth (Libby) Miller; and numerous nieces and nephews.

As per Gene's request there will be no services. If anyone so wishes to make a memorial contribution please give to any of the above organizations as Gene enjoyed giving to them all.