George August Ederer, 83, of Sparta, passed away on Monday, Dec. 19, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. The visitation will be from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31 at St. Pius V Catholic Church in Walsh. The funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 31 at St. Pius V Catholic Church with Father Iuvenis officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery immediately following the funeral Mass. Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta is in charge of arrangements.