Obituaries Posted by Horner-Merritt Funeral Home

Dec 29, 2023

Robin L. Hedgspeth, of LaSalle, IL, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023 at OSF St. Paul Medical Center, Mendota, surrounded by her family.

She grew up in Mendota, IL and remained  in the Illinois Valley for her entire life.

She thrived while living in a Horizon House group home where she was with great...

Dec 19, 2023

William J. Crawford, 84 of Rochelle, passed away at his home on Wednesday, December 20, 2023.

A long-time resident of Rochelle, IL., he was born June 29, 1939, in Dalton, Arkansas, the son of the late Ollie R. and Sallie B. (Culbreath) Crawford.

He was preceded in death by his brothers Johnny Crawford, Raymond Crawford...

Dec 18, 2023

Marsha Jane Hume Jones, 73, of Mendota, was at home surrounded by her family when she peacefully passed into eternal life on December 18, 2023.

Services will be held Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, Mendota with Rev. Mary Bohall officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until time of services...

Dec 16, 2023

Gladys Vietz went to be with the Lord on December 16, 2023 at the age of 92.

Graveside services will be held Friday, December 22, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Dewey-Worsley Cemetery, Triumph with Father Jeff Windy officiating.

Gladys was born to Manuel and Delphina (Martinez) Jorge on March 22, 1931 in Ponce, Puerto Rico....

Dec 16, 2023

Elaine M. Swope, 92, of rural Compton, daughter of Frank and Margaret (Foulk) Kidd, born June 20, 1931 in Mendota, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2023 at Allure of Mendota.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota with Rev. Jeff Schlesinger officiating. Burial will...

Dec 13, 2023

Shirley Jean Till, 96, of Mendota, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at Allure of Mendota.

Private family only services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at the Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota with Rev. Mary Bohall officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded after and private burial will be held at Restland Cemetery at...

Dec 8, 2023

Betty Louise Fry, 100, of Mendota, passed away, December 8, 2023 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Ottawa, following a short illness.

Funeral services will be Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, Mendota with Rev. Mary Bohall officiating. Burial will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, LaSalle. Visitation will be held...

Dec 4, 2023

Mary B. Sterchi, 93, of Mendota, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 4, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, December 11, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Church, Mendota with Father Jeffrey Windy officiating. Burial will be at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, LaSalle. Visitation will be...

Nov 29, 2023

In the early morning hours of November 29, 2023, Leonard L. Edgcomb, 87, passed peacefully in his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Elizabeth (Supan) Edgcomb and his siblings: Margaret Isabelle (Baker) known as Sis, Delbert, and Glen. He is survived by brothers Thomas Richard known as Dick and Roger. He is...

Nov 24, 2023

It is with deep sorrow we announce the death of Gerald (Jerry) Klatt, 80, of Mendota on November 24, 2023.

Services will be held Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota with Rev. Mary Bohall officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until time of services. Jerry would appreciate everyone...

Nov 23, 2023

Paul Allan Harvey, born December 28, 1967,  passed into heaven November 23, 2023. He died peacefully, with his parents beside him, from complications due to a pedestrian accident in Harlingen, Texas.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 12:30 p.m. at the Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota with Rev. Timothy Baltz officiating. Private burial...

Nov 22, 2023

JoAnne C. Sondgeroth, nee Whipple, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Allure of Mendota. She was 81.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., December 1, 2023. The Rosary will be said at 11:00 a.m. and funeral services will directly follow with Father Jeffrey Windy officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded after and private...

Nov 16, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael "Mike" Frizol, Sr. a man whose life was filled with laughter, adventure, and music. Born on March 7, 1953, in Mendota, Michael embarked on his final journey on November 16, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and indomitable spirit. Mike was a man of versatile passions....

Nov 13, 2023

Eldon Ray Molln was born June 10, 1957 in Mendota, Illinois to Elwood and Ruth (Kerchner) Molln. He passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2023. Services will be held Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Ohio, Illinois with Rev. Jeff Whalen and Rev. Lori Whalen officiating. Burial will follow at Van Orin Repose...

Nov 10, 2023

Raymond L. DeVault, 80, of Mendota, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center, Rockford, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be Friday, November 17, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota with Rev. Mary Bohall officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded following and private burial will be held at...

Nov 9, 2023

Todd, Robert Moore, 58, of LaSalle, Illinois, died unexpectedly of heart conditions November 10, 2023 Private funeral services were held at Merritt Funeral Home in Mendota. There will be a celebration of Todd's life on Sunday November 19, 2023 from 12- 3 p.m. at the Paramount Club, LaSalle. A dinner will be served buffet style/meal, dessert will be provided...

Nov 5, 2023

Duane G. Kaiser, 75, of Mendota, passed away, Sunday, November 5, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Services will be held on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota with Rev. Jeff Schlesinger officiating. Burial will be in Restland Cemetery, Mendota with military honors by...

Oct 31, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of, Miralem Beharovic, 66, of Mendota, on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 in his home.

Miralem was born March 20, 1957 in Yugoslavia to Idriz and Ferida (Gatackic) Beharovic.

He is survived by two sons, one daughter, a sister and a brother.

He was...

Oct 28, 2023

James P. Schillinger, age 87, of Mendota, Illinois, formerly of Plainfield, Illinois, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Allure of Mendota. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 4, 2023 at First United Methodist Church, Mendota with Rev. Mary Bohall officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded after the funeral, and burial will be private at...

Oct 26, 2023

Bernice C. Spanier, 89, of Mendota, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Allure of Mendota. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Holy Cross, Mendota at 10:30 a.m. with Father Peter Pilon officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mendota. Visitation will be held Thursday from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. in the...