Remembering Bob Sague

Remembering Bob Sague

12/19/2024

by Brian Coll

If you knew Bob, you know why it took us a bit to put together the words here. Bob was warm and full of life. I made sure when I was around Bob, to keep my ears open because he was great at enlightening friends and neighbors in the community. Before written history, Bob would have been the guy who helped pass along stories from one generation to the next. I’d occasionally see him out and about in Lafayette Hill. He was always quick with a smile and a kind word.

You might know the name Sague from the local bus company, yup… that is him and his family. They have been wonderful to our community. For the better part of the past decade a Sague bus would park outside of Saint Philip Neri and students would fill the bus and bring it to the Colonial Neighborhood Council as part of our food drive. It was always an amazing thing they would do.

Bob, you raised some really great kids and I’ve gotten to know a few of your grandchildren. Our family is thinking of you and your family. Michelle, Jennifer, John and Stephen, thinking of you and your families. Your dad was one of a kind.

Here is the official obituary. Sorry we are late posting this, his services have passed, but we’re sure his family would like to hear any kind words you may have about him and his commitment to his community.

ROBERT “BOB” E. SAGUE
June 4, 1942 – December 3, 2024

Robert “Bob” E. Sague, 82, of Lafayette Hill, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

Born on June 4, 1942, in Philadelphia, Bob was the beloved son of the late Elmer E. and Veronica “Ronnie” (née Lawler) Sague. He grew up in Whitemarsh Township, a place he cherished throughout his life.

Bob is survived by his loving children: Michelle Abiuso (Mike), Jennifer McMenamin (Bill), John Sague (Katie), and Stephen Sague (Vera); and his 12 cherished grandchildren: Erin, Sara, Colleen (Gabe), Drew, Owen, Brandon, Claire, Jason, Aiden, Jack, Fiona, and Ethan. He also leaves behind his loving sister Eleanor “Suze” Breischaft and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Bob is reunited in eternal rest with his wife and soulmate, Peggy and his siblings, Patricia Thomas and Raymond Sague, who preceded him in death.

A proud member of Plymouth Whitemarsh High School’s Class of 1960, Bob was deeply rooted in his community. He was a lifelong member of St. Philip Neri Church in Lafayette Hill and the Barren Hill Fire Company, where he previously served as Assistant Chief. His passion for serving others extended to his business as the owner and operator of Sague Auto Service, also known as Sague Bus Service. Since the 1960s, Bob transported generations of students to local schools, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him. He also spent many memorable evenings bartending weddings at the former Chateau Granieri in Whitemarsh.

Bob’s love for life was evident in everything he did. He treasured time with his family, especially vacations to Ocean City, NJ, and Lake Wallenpaupack in the Poconos, where he helped build the family cabin alongside his father. At home, his backyard oasis, lovingly referred to as “Club Sague,” was his sanctuary for swimming, lounging, and hosting gatherings.

After the passing of his beloved wife Peggy, Bob found joy in visiting local restaurants, where he shared stories, jokes, and photographs with staff and patrons. A natural storyteller and historian, Bob delighted in recounting the rich history of Whitemarsh Township. He was a beacon of warmth, humor, and happiness to all who crossed his path.  Bob’s legacy of love, laughter, and dedication to his family, friends, and community will forever be remembered.

A Celebration of Life
Bob’s Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 12:30 PM at St. Philip Neri Church, 437 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects at the Visitation on the same day, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the Barren Hill Fire Company, 641 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA.

Interment will follow the Funeral Mass at George Washington Memorial Park, 80 Stenton Avenue, Plymouth Meeting, PA.

To honor Bob’s joyful spirit, attendees are encouraged to wear bright colors, celebrating the vibrant life he lived and the countless lives he touched.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob’s memory to the St. Philip Neri Church, 437 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444, to support the school’s scholarship fund.