Eleanor Ann Sadler - Obituary

leanor Sadler, a devoted wife, mother, aunt, sister-in-law, and friend, passed away at the age of 90. Born in Springfield, Missouri, she spent her early years in Wichita, Kansas, where her parents, Frances and Delmer Parr, relocated the family. Wichita held a special place in Eleanor’s heart, and she cherished the lifelong connections she maintained with family and friends there. As an Air Force wife, Eleanor proudly supported her husband, Sam, through multiple moves across the country, forming lasting friendships in each new community before eventually settling in Maryland. Family and friends were the most important part of Eleanor’s life. She was actively involved in her children’s activities, especially their sports, and took great joy in tailgating at University of Maryland games. Eleanor loved playing cards, antiquing, and traveling the world with Sam and their dear friends. Eleanor was an avid sports fan and rooted passionately for the Ravens, Commanders, Nationals, and Orioles, sharing her enthusiasm with family and friends. Her love of sports was matched by her love for her family, whom she cherished deeply. When her children were growing up, Eleanor met one of her lifelong friends, a connection that led her to a fulfilling job as a purchasing agent for Bechdon. They shared a bond that stood the test of time, marked by laughter, shared adventures, and mutual support. After Sam’s passing, Eleanor embarked on many adventures with her sister-in-law, sharing unforgettable experiences and teaching her the transformative power of a little lipstick—an emblem of Eleanor’s radiant, confident spirit. Eleanor was a radiant woman who always made time to style her hair and wear her signature lipstick. Eleanor cherished her time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, always telling her family how proud she was of them and expressing her love. Her warm kitchen was a place of joy and laughter, where countless memories were made. She will be fondly remembered in her apron, cooking for family gatherings—a cornerstone of her life’s legacy. One of her cherished traditions was gathering with her loved ones in a circle before family dinners to hold hands, pray, and express gratitude—a legacy the family will lovingly continue. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam; her son, John; and her brothers, Robert and Delmer. Eleanor is survived by her sons, Mark (Kelly) and Alan (Marcella); her daughter, Karen (Jim); and her daughter-in-law, Debby, who shared many wonderful years with John and remains a cherished member of the family. Eleanor is also survived by seven grandchildren—Danny, Michael, Megan, Marisa, Christopher, Brian, and Noah—and two great-grandchildren, Parker and Carter. Her legacy of love, joy, and laughter will live on in all who knew her. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Eleanor's life on Monday, March 31, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery and a celebration of Eleanor’s life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.