George C. Sattler

George C. Sattler, 86, Grand Forks, after a long illness was called, to his eternal resting place on Friday, February 07, 2020 in his home, surrounded by his loving family.

George was born August 6, 1933, in Grand Forks, the son of Michael and Rose (Eisenzimmer) Sattler. He grew up attending St. Michael’s Catholic School and graduated from St. James’s High School. He then attended Aaker’s Business College where he received his Associates Degree.

George married the love of his life, Marion E. Korynta on August 7, 1954 in St. Michael’s Catholic Church. They made their home in Grand Forks where they raised their family.

In 1950, George enlisted in the United States Army; proudly serving in the Korean War where he received the Purple Heart. He continued his career working for the North Dakota National Guard retiring in 1990 as a Master Sergeant. He was a member of the VFW and a charter member of the DAV Chapter #2 in Grand Forks.

Early in his career, George learned the value of always putting his soldiers first, living his philosophy of “Give them everything they are entitled to, nothing more, nothing less!”

He enjoyed fishing, teaching his children how to camp (which was a feat upon itself), and being with his family. George was a good man who loved life and fought so hard to live it. He said he loved his life and his family which is why it was so hard for him to leave.

George is survived by his wife Marion, children: Debra (Dana) Hillebrand, Kim (Albert) Hager, Randy (Wini) Sattler, Terry Sattler, daughter-in-law: Sherre Sattler all of Grand Forks; grandchildren: Dustin (Laura) Hillebrand, Devin (Lauren) Hillebrand, Brian (Ashley) Hager, Stephen (Kirsten) Hager, Matthew (Allison Ozaki) Hager, Gunnar Sattler, Garrin Sattler, Andrew  Sattler (Tara McMillian), all of Grand Forks, Nick (Kassy Enno) Sattler, Aurora, Co; great grandchildren: Tucker, Oscar, Hallie, Nora, Miles, Gage; siblings, Virginia Knutson, Grand Forks, Kathleen Smith, Reardan, WA, Eileen Abbott, Duluth, MN, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter Cheryl, son Timothy, siblings: Rose Marie Spicer, Frank Sattler, James Sattler, and Jacob Sattler.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Grand Forks.
Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the start of the service.
In lieu of flowers,  memorials are preferred to Altru Hospice.