Luzerne C. “Zernie” Sauerwine III, 65, of Bluffton, passed away Sunday morning, April 26, 2026, at his residence.

Zernie was born in Bluffton on January 10, 1961, to Luzerne “Luie” and Julia (Ball) Sauerwine II.

He attended Bluffton High School and later went on to work for EP Graphics in Berne for over fifteen years.

Zernie attended Poneto United Methodist Church in Poneto, IN. He enjoyed fishing, playing Clash of Clans on his phone, and drawing. Zernie took pride in his children and his grandchildren, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Zernie is survived by his mother, Julia Sauerwine of Markle; three daughters, Amber (Cory) Metz, Bellefontaine, OH, Joleine (Michael) Horn of Columbia City, and Samantha Sauerwine of Bluffton; one son, Matthew Sauerwine of Bluffton; a brother, Luie Sauerwine of Bluffton, along with 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Aside from his father, Zernie was preceded in death by two brothers, Michael Sauerwine and Mathew Sauerwine.

Visitation will be Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 2:00 until 6:00 PM, at Goodwin – Harnish Funeral Home in Bluffton, followed immediately by a funeral service at 6:00 PM. Pastor Roy Nevil will officiate.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the family, directly payable to the funeral home.