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Gary Sage Obituary
THOMASBORO - Gary Sage, 67, of rural Thomasboro died at 8:36 a.m. Wednesday (Dec. 27, 2023) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 3, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Flatville, with the Rev. Scott Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Beckman Cemetery, Rantoul. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2, in Diers Hall, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Flatville. Baier Family Funeral Services, Flatville, is handling arrangements.
Gary was born Dec. 20, 1956, in Champaign, the son of Merle K. and Sylvia Albers Sage. He married Susan Day Swain. She survives.
Along with his wife, Susan, he is survived by three sons, Ryan (Angie) Sage of Thomasboro, Chad Sage of Vass, N.C., and Tyler Sage of Oswego; his mother, Sylvia Sage of Thomasboro; seven grandchildren, Carmen, Haley, Henry, Sophie, Adrian, Avery and Mason; three brothers, Perry (Marcia) Sage, Danny (Sheri) Sage and Troy (Maria) Sage; one niece, Stacey; four nephews, Spencer, Brad, Trent and Clayton; and several great-nieces and -nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Gary graduated from Rantoul Township High School in 1975 and was an honor roll student throughout his school years. He attended Parkland College. Gary farmed for the past 57 years, and his love for farming began when he helped his Opa Sage with cattle.
He was a lifelong member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Flatville and had served on the church council. He also served on the Farm Service Committee. He was a member of the Illinois Tractor Pulling Association and the 2019 Points Champion. Gary was very involved with the I&I Antique Tractor Club and the Half Century of Progress Show. Gary enjoyed restoring trucks and pedal tractors. He looked forward to working in his shop and visiting with friends. His family was the love of his life.
Gary received a heart and kidney transplant in 2017. The family would like to pay tribute to his donor for giving him over six wonderful years with his family. They would also like to pay tribute to his brother, Troy, for donating his kidney, which also enabled Gary to live a longer life.
Memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church in Flatville or the I&I Antique Tractor & Gas Engine Club. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at baierfuneralservices.com.
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Linda Curtis
January 3, 2024
We did not know Gary, but knowing he loved Susan made him a special person. May God hold him and his family tightly today. Love and prayers.
Kelsey Poletti
January 2, 2024
Kelsey Poletti
January 2, 2024
Kelsey Poletti
January 2, 2024
Gary was one of those people who always knew how to make someone smile! It was a pleasure to care for him over the years in Chicago and I will always cherish the memories I have of him and his strength and perseverance through it all! My thoughts and prayers are with the Sage family and Sue this week and always.
Cindy Emley
January 2, 2024
Prayers to you Sue and Gary´s family during this difficult time. May you all be blessed with many happy and joyous memories. Much love
Linda Glazik
January 2, 2024
Sending our prayers and sympathy to a wonderful family.
Linda and Tim Glazik
Jenny Bara
December 31, 2023
Gary will always be one of my favorite patients. His smile and joy was always there even when he wasn´t feeling the best. Thinking of you all during this time.
Karen Keller
December 30, 2023
Maria and Troy-Prayers for peace for your family
Dennis Bertilson
December 30, 2023
To one of the best
RENATE BASLER
December 30, 2023
PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY
Joni Dodge
December 29, 2023
May God Bless your Family in this time of sorrow
December 29, 2023
Thoughts and prayers are with all the Family! He was very special to our family, The Neeleys
Sandy Neeley
Baucom
Roxie Sage
December 29, 2023
I am so sorry to hear this news. Gary was such a brave fighter. Condolences and prayers for his family
Rebecca Hayes Wade
December 29, 2023
I am deeply saddened to hear of Gary's passing. He was a classmate from 6th grade in Thomasboro to graduation at Rantoul High. He was always kind and courteous. Praying for his family and friends. RIP Gary!
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