Obituaries Posted by Horner-Merritt Funeral Home

Jan 17, 2024

Hugh McWhirter Jackson, age 87, of Rancho Cucamonga, California passed away January 2024 from a sudden respiratory illness and complications of Parkinson's disease and diabetes. Hugh will be interred in the Troy Grove Cemetery. Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota is handling local arrangements.

Hugh was born to Hugh and Sadie Jackson. He is survived by his wife Ann...

Jan 11, 2024

Joel David Johnson, 77, of rural Compton, was surrounded by the love of his family when he passed away from complications of Lewy Body dementia on January 11, 2024, at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford.

Joel was born January 8, 1947 at the Harris Hospital in Mendota.  He was the son of Ray and Marie...

Jan 10, 2024

Betty Lou Croisant, 87, went home to be with the Lord on January 10, 2024.

She was born on December 10, 1936 in Berlin Township, Illinois to Perry and Marjorie (Stoughton) Husser.

For many years Betty was a seamstress and quilted for her church, St. John's Lutheran in Mendota, IL. She played the organ for...

Jan 6, 2024

Jeffrey Howard Morehead, 72, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on January 6, 2024.

Born on March 2, 1951, in Clinton, IA, Jeffrey was the cherished son of the late Howard and Marilyn (Bruckman) Morehead.

He is predeceased by his beloved wife Barbara, his parents, his brother James, and sister Cheryl...

Jan 4, 2024

Terry Grant Mills, 68, of Mendota, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024 at his home.

Private graveside services will be held at Restland Cemetery, Mendota.

Terry was born October 28, 1955 in Mendota to Grant and Darlene (Lynch) Mills.

Terry was 1973 graduate of Mendota High School. He was most recently employed at...

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...