Marion "Jake" Jay Saner Obituary (1965

Jake Saner, 59, of rural Douds, IA passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at his home. As were his wishes, cremation has taken place. A time to celebrate his life will be held at the Eldon Horse Races at the Wapello County Fairgrounds on June 11 and 12 at the horse barns. Memorials in Jake's honor may be mailed to 12947 Eagle Drive, Douds, IA 52551. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com. Jake was born on June 24, 1965, to Julia Liles and Donald Saner. Jake had 12 brothers and sisters. He grew up in the Eldon, IA area. Jake was a man of many skills, but his passion was Harness horse racing. He started into racing at the age of 15. He had many horses over the years and always had a story to go with each one of them. Jake also worked as a farm hand for many years. He loved to hunt, fish, and mushroom hunt. Some of his best stories were taking his three granddaughters and nephews Kathryn, Alice, Paisely, Paul and Caleb out fishing or mushroom hunting. Jake was with his partner, Marie Tedrow, for 30 years. Marie had a daughter that became his for 30 years. Jake became a grandpa in 2014, 2016 and 2021. His granddaughters were always a light in his day. Jake is survived by his partner Marie Tedrow; his daughter, Mindy Tedrow (Blaine Dannen); three granddaughters, Kathryn, Alice and Paisley; siblings, Francis Saner, John (Tonya) Saner, Pam Schafer (Mike Holder), Rodney Saner and Gale (Bandit) Brumbaugh, as well as many nieces, nephews and Cousins. Jake was proceeded in death by His Parents Julia and Donald Saner; four brothers, Clifford, Marvin, Roger, and Ronald, two sisters, Barb and Tammy and two nephews, Timothy Schafer and Ryan Schafer.