Gloria Harms

 Gloria Harms, 65, of Champaign passed away at 8:20 P.M. Sunday September 6, 2026 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

  Graveside services will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday September 12, 2026 at Kopmann Cemetery. Pastor Ryan Sage will officiate.

 Gloria was born January 4, 1961 in Urbana. The daughter of John and Margaret (Bruns) Harms.

 She is survived by her niece Jami Harms of Mahomet, nephew John Harms of Humbolt, IA. 2 great nephews Camden and Grady Harms. 2 nieces Grace and Emmi Harms.

 She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Leon Harms, sister Barbara Harms.

 Gloria was devoted to her niece and nephew and great nieces and nephews.

 Memorials may be made to Kopmann Cemetery.

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Rebecca Wagner

 
Rebecca Wagner, 76, passed away on September 3, 2026. She was born on January 29, 1950, to Marion Agnew Wagner and Wayne Wagner.

Rebecca grew up in rural Ogden, Illinois in a farming family. The daughter of a farmer and a teacher, she was raised in the close-knit Ogden community that remained an important part of her life until death. She graduated from St. Joseph-Ogden High School before attending the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She later earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, completing her medical education in Rockford, Illinois, followed by her residency training in Portland, Oregon.

Dr. Wagner returned to the Champaign-Urbana community and built an extraordinary career as an obstetrician-gynecologist at Carle Hospital, where she practiced for 35 years. A trailblazer in medicine, she was the first female physician in her field at Carle and in the Champaign community. During her career, she delivered thousands of babies and cared for generations of women and families throughout the area. Her 35 years of service left a lasting impact on her patients, colleagues, and the community she called home.

Rebecca was also a member of Ogden United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marion and Wayne Wagner. She is survived by her five daughters, Elizabeth Wagner (Duane), Elena Stimmel (Zach), Alexa High (Billy), Abigail Wagner, and Ana Wagner; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She is also survived by her brother, Chris (Rebecca), and her sister, Elizabeth (Michael).

Rebecca’s life was one of remarkable accomplishments, service, and devotion to her family and community. From her roots in a farming family in Ogden to the thousands of lives she touched through medicine, her legacy will continue through her daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchild, siblings, patients, colleagues, friends, and the many families whose lives she helped bring into the world.

Private funeral services will be held at Freese Funeral Home in St. Joseph, Illinois.

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Carol Ann Trexler

 St. Joseph - Carol Ann Trexler, 86, of St. Joseph, died on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at Haven of Tuscola.

Published by The News-Gazette from Aug. 28 to Aug. 29, 2026.

Connie Lou Ray

 
Urbana - Connie Lou Ray, 86, of Urbana passed away on the morning of Aug. 30, 2026, at

Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana.

Born Jan. 23, 1940, in Danville, to Ivan and Helen Yount. Connie grew up in St. Joseph before making her home in Urbana. She married Jerry W. Ray on Feb. 2, 1962, in Vermilion County. They remained lifelong friends.

For over 60 years Connie provided in-home daycare. She loved children, and they loved her.

Connie was a wonderful cook and would love to share a meal. She enjoyed her coffee while visiting with family and friends. Connie also loved animals and made sure the wildlife around her was always well fed and cared for.

Connie is survived by her children Richard Thompsen of Urbana; Lonnie Ray of Urbana; Tim W. Ray and his wife, Talor of Homer; Betsy Banks and her husband Tony of Urbana and Glenview.

Grandchildren Adam Thompsen, Aaron Thompsen, Chaz Ray, Ross Ray, Collin Ray, Lauren Ray, Mason Ray (Ali), Cody Kern (Liberty), and Aubrey Kern (Isaiah). Great-grandchildren Landon Ray, Ace Ray, Benson Kern and Brother Dean (Deb) Yount of Oklahoma.

She was preceded in death by her parents Ivan and Helen Yount, and her sister Rita Wingler.

Connie loved to wear flannel shirts and be comfortable; casual clothing is preferred at the visitation.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Freese Funeral Home, 302 E. Grand Ave., St. Joseph. A private burial will take place at a later date.

Condolences may be made at Freesefh.com.

Doug Emrick

 Danville - Doug Emrick, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, peacefully departed this world on Aug. 29, 2026, after a medical emergency.

Born on Aug. 17, 1952, in Urbana, Doug was the beloved son of the late Ronald and Judith Emrick, who predeceased him in 2008 and 2004, respectively.

Doug was a graduate of St. Joseph-Ogden High School, class of 1970, where he began cultivating his lifelong love for Western movies and TV shows. His extraordinary memory for family events, birthdays, and details of old Western films and actors was a source of wonder and pride for his family and friends. He could astound anyone with his ability to recall the ages of his many cousins and recount the details of his favorite Westerns. Doug was a true aficionado of Western wear, often seen proudly sporting his cowboy hat, boots, and bolo tie on special occasions.

He is survived by his loving sister, Julie Brinkley, and her husband, Chuck, of Elliott, and his brother, Shawn Emrick, and his wife, Michelle, of Michigan City, Ind. Doug's legacy continues through his nephews, Jon Swanson and his wife, Ashleigh, Joe Emrick and his significant other, Kelly, Erika Swanson, and her significant other, Casey. He also leaves behind great-nieces Bella, Kaydence, and Payge, who will carry forward the fond memories of their beloved great-uncle.

Doug's family extends their heartfelt gratitude to all who supported him throughout his life, particularly the Developmental Services Center for their dedication in helping him acquire essential life skills over the years. The family also wishes to acknowledge the compassionate staff at the Danville New Focus program for their unwavering care and support.

In honor of Doug's memory, the family suggests donations be made to DSC, in recognition of the invaluable services they provide.

Doug will be remembered as a gentle soul with a heart full of kindness and a mind rich with memories that he generously shared with those around him. His spirit will live on in the stories retold by his family, the laughter shared in recalling his quick wit, and the love that continues to bind his family together. His life was a testament to the power of memory, tradition, and the enduring bond of family.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at Freese Funeral Home, 302 E. Grand Ave. Burial will be in Stearns Cemetery, Fithian. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Marilyn R. Querry

 Urbana - Marilyn R. Querry, 97, died the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, at Reflections of Hollybrook, Savoy.

Morgan Memorial Home of Savoy is handling the arrangements.

Marilyn was born on Sept. 24, 1928, in Decker, Ind., the daughter of Ralph S. Lane and Ruth Levron Lane. She married Harry R. Querry on June 29, 1947, at her parents' farm in Decker, Ind. She is survived by three daughters, Julie (Sam) Bellante, Linda Querry, and Janet (Walter) Wolfe. Other survivors include three grandchildren, Jennifer Houston, Kyle (Alyssa) Wolfe, and Erin (Brad) Atkinson. She is also survived by 6 great-grandchildren, Felicity, Elijah, and Madelynn Wolfe, and Maverick, Chase, and Payton Atkinson. Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and seven siblings, brothers Robert, John, and James, and sisters Marjorie, Julia, Newana, and Sandra, and her grandson Chance Houston. She was known as Aunt Ming to several nieces and nephews.

Marilyn received her bachelor's and master's degrees in education from Indiana State University and her advanced degree from the University of Illinois. She retired after 38 years of service as a public school educator. Her years were spent in the Lawrenceville city school system, Lawrence County Special Ed District, and Champaign Unit 4 school district as a teacher, curriculum coordinator, and principal in three different grade schools.

Marilyn was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Urbana, past chapter president of the Ambraw Chapter Exceptional Children, member of the Phi Delta Kappa Honorary Educational Fraternity, a lifetime member of the UI Alumni Association, and a member of The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Her hobbies included horses, camping, gardening, reading, cards, swimming, and time with family and friends.

Private burial will be in Mount Hope Mausoleum, Champaign, on Thursday, Aug. 27. Visitation will be held on Friday, Aug. 28, at 11 a.m. with services at 12 at Morgan Memorial Home in Savoy. The Rev. David Oliver-Holder of the Urbana First Presbyterian Church and Dr. Rev. Katherine Kussmaul, a long-time friend of Marilyn's, will perform the service.

Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Marilyn's honor or to a charity of the donor's choice.

The family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Reflections Memory Care for the wonderful care Marilyn received for the last two years of her life. Your love for her was recognized and greatly appreciated.

Condolences may be offered at www.morganmemorialhome.com.

Roger Otis

 Homer - Roger Otis, 76, of Homer, formerly of Urbana, died on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at home.

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