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Kristen Shizuko Kardas - January 14, 1986 - May 05, 2024

Departed: 05/05/2024 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: It is with profound sorrow that her family announce the passing of Kristen Shizuko Kardas, a cherished daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend, who left us suddenly on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the age of 38. Born on January 14, 1986 in Chicago, Illinois, she was a vibrant light in the lives of all who knew her.

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at South Park Church in Park Ridge, Illinois at a later date. Private graveside services will be held in St. Valentine's Cemetery in Spring Valley, Illinois with Rev. J.A. Small of St. Valentine's Church, Peru, Illinois officiating. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home in LaSalle, Illinois.

Kristen graduated from Maine South High School and continued her education at Valparaiso University, where she earned a degree in Journalism, was active in the Asian-American Association, and was a student mentor. She worked in both real estate and as an Administrative Assistant with law firms.

In addition to her family, Kristen was passionate about animals, anime, and her Lake View neighborhood in Chicago. She loved hockey.

She was a passionate advocate for supporting the military and very respectful of her grandfathers', uncles', and friends' military commitment and service. Her infectious laugh, unwavering kindness, and energy uplifted everyone around her. She had a very positive impact on those who crossed her path.

Kristen leaves behind a loving family: her parents, Kim and Penny (Fukuya) of Edwardsville, formerly of Park Ridge, Illinois; her brother, Scott and sister-in-law, Maelynn (Alley) of Boston, Massachusetts; and a wide circle of relatives and friends who admired her deeply. She will be missed every day but remembered for the warmth she spread and the love she gave.

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Sandra Dekreon - April 25, 1943 - April 09, 2024

Departed: 04/09/2024 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Sandra (Carlson) Dekreon, 80, of Toluca, formerly of Oglesby, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Aperion Care in Toluca.

Private services and burial will be held in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, LaSalle. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Sandra was born April 25, 1943 at St. Mary's Hospital in LaSalle to Ewald and Agnes (Armon) Carlson. In earlier years, Sandra was employed at Westclox and Hobbs.

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Donna Jo Mueller - August 20, 1948 - April 07, 2024

Departed: 04/07/2024 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Donna Jo (Turner) Mueller, 75, of Peru, formerly of LaSalle, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood surrounded by her family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, April 12, 2024 at St. Patrick's Church, LaSalle with Rev. Thomas Otto, pastor and Rev. Ronald Margherio, OSB officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Webster Park. Visitation will be from 4-7:00 PM on Thursday at the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle. Additional visitation will be from 10-10:50 AM Friday at the church.

Mrs. Mueller was born on August 20, 1948 in Aurora to Richard J. and LaRue E. (Hopper) Turner. She married A. Charles Mueller, Jr. on January 29, 1970 at St. Patrick's Church, LaSalle.

She served on several local boards, including St. Anne Sodality of LaSalle Catholic Parishes, St. Patrick's School Board, Peru VFW Auxiliary where she served as president, LaSalle-Peru High School Booster Club, LaSalle-Peru High School Foundation for Educational Enrichment, and The Villas of Peru HOA.

She is survived by her mother-in-law, Jean Mueller of Peru; two sons, Scott Mueller of Indio, CA and Christopher (Colleen) Mueller of Oglesby; three daughters, Rebecca (Kevin) Dornik of Peru, Julie (Lance) Siebert of Dimmick Twp., and Elizabeth (Mark) Grzybowski of Peru; 14 grandchildren, Katy (Butch) Gapinski, Olivia (fiance, Steve Happ) Mueller, Maya Mueller, Ava Mueller, Anna Mueller, Jake Mueller, Lydia Dornik, Paige Dornik, Aubrey Siebert, Nolan Siebert, Kaylee Siebert, Dylan Grzybowski, Eloise Grzybowski, and Kennedy Grzybowski; two great-grandchildren, Collette and Greta Gapinski; one brother, Randy (Mary Lou) Turner of Springfield; two sisters-in-law, Barbara (William) Peters of Fort Worth, TX and Jane (Steve) Fly of Houston, TX; two brothers-in-law, Arthur (Ellen) Mueller of Ottawa and John (Cynthia) Mueller, M.D. of Germantown Hills; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, A. Charles "Chuck" Mueller, Jr. on August 9, 2019; her father, Richard Turner on October 30, 1987; her mother, LaRue Turner on June 25, 2007; and her father-in-law, A. Charles Mueller, Sr. on March 14, 2013.

Pallbearers will be Kevin Dornik, Lance Siebert, Mark Grzybowski, Randy Turner, Joe Janz, Bob Lamboley, and Leo Trujillo. Honorary pallbearers will be Linda Garner, Diane Janz, Cindy Lamboley, Eileen Trujillo, Rachael Mellen, and Dotsy Traub.

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Mary Elizabeth Fiedler - March 05, 1932 - March 19, 2024

Departed: 03/19/2024 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Mary Elizabeth (Johnson) Fiedler, 92, of LaSalle, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at home.

Memorial services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Monday, March 25, 2024 at Zion United Church of Christ, Peru with Rev. Alex Garncarz, pastor officiating. Visitation will be held 11:00 AM until the time of services Monday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Mrs. Fiedler was born March 5, 1932 in West Frankfort to John Ellis and Edith Ethel (Huff) Johnson. She married Otto H. Fiedler on September 1, 1979 at St. John's Lutheran Church, Peru. Mrs. Fiedler was a Certified Nursing Assistant in the Intensive Care Unit, then later on the 5th floor staff at St. Mary's Hospital in Streator, which she was very proud of. She was also a bottle packer at Thatcher Glass Manufacturing Company in Streator. She loved children and was an avid babysitter that led into her daughters opening their own daycare in LaSalle. Later on, she was also a monitor for a local bus company. She was a very talented woman with an incredibly strong work ethic. Mrs. Fielder was a member of Zion United Church of Christ in Peru.

Mary's hobbies included vegetable gardening, raising lilac flowers, and watching for cardinals. But her very favorite hobby was cuddling and rocking babies and she was a master. She also loved porch sitting with husband, Otto. They often enjoyed their coffee and a visit with their children and grandchildren, but especially each other's company.

She is survived by her three children, Nancy Schmidt of LaSalle, Edward (Peggy) Burash of Mark, and Theresa Grove of LaSalle; 12 grandchildren, Jeffery (Chris) Ashlock of Wheeling, Jennifer (Will Price) Ashlock of Peru, Edward Miller of LaSalle, Nicole (fiance, Robert Griffith) Sondgeroth of LaSalle, Tracy Miller of LaSalle, Edward (Taryn) Burash of Gillette, WY, Richard (Mandy) Burash of Hennepin, Michael (Jeanette) Burash of Mackinaw, Brandy Burash of Streator, David (Shannon) Burash of Streator, Leah (Tim) Lanthrop of Oklahoma City, OK, and Evan Grove of LaSalle; 27 great-grandchildren; five beloved step great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren with another one on the way; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Otto; one son, David Burash; and one great-granddaughter, Alli Maxine Miller; two sisters, Maxine Gubbins and Virginia Shaw; five brothers, Joseph "Jack", Fred, Levi, and Robert "Tubby", and Amos Johnson; and two sons-in-law, John Sheldon Grove and Ken Schmidt.

Mary endured many hardships in her life, but she carried on with perseverance, kind words, laughter, and her ever present smile, which could light up a room.

Mary was a brave and courageous woman; but her outstanding quality was her ability to love. Although she was not without flaws, it is the firm belief that upon her arrival to Heaven she was greeted with a standing ovation and the words from Jesus "Well done, My child, well done". She will be deeply missed beyond words.

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Margaret A. Mejia - June 25, 1948 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Margaret A. (Wester) Mejia, 75, of LaSalle, formerly of Joliet, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024 at Aperion Care in Spring Valley.

Private burial will take place in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Leonore. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Mrs. Mejia was born June 25, 1948 in Spring Valley to Godfrey and Pauline (Cotner) Wester. She married Edmundo Mejia in Joliet. He passed away in 2000.

Mrs. Mejia was phenomenal at sewing projects, especially cross stitch and crochet. She enjoyed any kind of game and especially loved Bingo.

Survivors include her sister, Linda (Steven) Harms of Tonica; her niece, Shawn (Monty) Bernardoni; her nephews, Kory (Angela) Harms and Toby Harms; five great-nieces, Anais E., Paige Harms, Angela and Janelle Bernardoni, and Alexis Harms; one great-nephew, Remle Harms; and her furry friend, Tabitha.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and a great-great-nephew, Julius Edward Cervantez.

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James B. Pagani - December 06, 1930 - March 08, 2024

Departed: 03/08/2024 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: James B. Pagani, 93, of Peru, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 8, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home in LaSalle with Pastor Steve Adamson of Faith Church, Peru officiating. Burial will follow in Peru City Cemetery with full military rites conducted by the Peru Veterans Memorial Group. Visitation will be 4-7:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.

Mr. Pagani was born December 6, 1930 at home in Overland County, Missouri to Anton and Mary (Barbero) Pagani. He grew up in St. Louis with his loving mother and grandfather. He was full of life as a child and had many stories about his life in St. Louis. He joined the U.S. Army in his teen years and served in the 3rd Division Artillery during the Korean War. After the service, he packed up and headed to LaSalle-Peru to join his brothers and sisters and make a family of his own. He married Becky Lee Moreland on July 2, 1982 in LaSalle.

Jim was a member of the LaSalle VFW. He had a fulfilling job working in the sales department at Complete Industrial from 1963-1995 and later worked as a delivery man for Ficek Electric for eight years.

Family was everything to Jim. He was only one call away when any of his girls needed anything at all. He loved watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow and was present for all their activities and was there to build or fix anything they needed. If you ever saw Grandpa Jim around, you knew his grandson, Gino was not far behind.

Jim enjoyed anything automobile and especially airplanes. He was a member of the antique car club and loved cruising around in the '53 Buick whenever he could. He was the former president and still active member of Illinois Valley RC Club. You could find Jim in his shop building airplanes with his pals and enjoying a cold Pabst. To know Jim, was to love him. His personality was contagious to everyone he met. He would greet you with a smile and handshake and leave you with one of his favorite lines, "I'm glad you got to see me today."

Survivors include five children, Mari-Jo (David) Shaw of Broomfield, CO, Lynn (Ronald) Moore of Oglesby, Keri (Aaron) Campbell of Spring Valley, Jennifer Pagani of Ottawa, and William (Terri) Maurer of California; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Anne in 2006; his second wife, Becky in 2013; his son, Jimmy Pagani; his parents; his brothers, Theodore "Ted" and William Pagani; and his sister, Gertrude Liesse.

Pallbearers will be David Shaw, Ronald Moore, Aaron Campbell, Callahan DePorter, Brandon Moore, Gino Valle, and Vincent Zuber.

Memorial donations may be directed to the Lighted Way in memory of his son, Jimmy Pagani.

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Hannah Lynn Richard - October 14, 2005 - February 20, 2024

Departed: 02/20/2024 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Hannah Lynn Richard, age 18, of Peru, previously from Ludowici, Georgia passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

A prayer service will be held at 6:00 PM Friday, March 1, 2024 at the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle. Visitation will be held from 4-6:00 PM Friday at the funeral home.

Hannah was born on October 14, 2005. Hannah was described as a beautiful, smart, and talented young lady by those who knew her best. She attended LaSalle-Peru High School as a Senior.

Hannah will forever be deeply missed by her father, Brian (Rebecca) Richard of Ludowici, GA; her mother, Ashley (Terry) Dinges of Peru; siblings, Isabelle, Jobe, and Kolton Richard; as well as her grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Susan Brooks. "All riders have a guardian angel; now I have mine."

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

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Mark James Krueger - October 10, 1959 - December 23, 2023

Departed: 12/23/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Mark James Krueger, 64, of LaSalle, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2023 at his home.

A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at Baker Lake Park, Peru at the picnic shelter on the west side. Visitation will be 4-6:00 PM followed by a brief memorial service at 6:00 PM with Rev. Gregory Jarzombek, OSB of St. Bede Abbey, Peru officiating. The family requests casual attire. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Mark was born October 10, 1959 in West Plains, MO. He was adopted at the age of two by Robert and Betty (Kettleborough) Krueger, who he considered to be his parents, and with whom he had a great and happy childhood.

Mark worked as a Postmaster for the United States Postal Service for 35 years at several locations and retired from the Ottawa office. After retirement, he pursued a passion of being a gunsmith. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mark loved his children and grandchildren. He was an airplane pilot and was excited to share his love of flying with his granddaughter.

Survivors include two daughters, Traci Krueger of Laurel, MT and Jennifer Krueger of Billings, MT; three grandchildren, Riley, Logan, and Graclynn; his mother, Betty Krueger of Peru; and his sister, Christina Weygand of Ottawa.

He was preceded in death by is father, Robert G. "Pick" Krueger.

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Sherry Lynne Telford - July 14, 1958 - December 22, 2023

Departed: 12/22/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Sherry Lynne (Martin) Telford, 65, of LaSalle, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023 at her home.

According to her wishes, no services will be held. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Sherry was born July 14, 1958 in St. Petersburg, FL to Roland and Carolyn (Brown) Martin. She worked for the United States Postal Service for 18 years. Sherry loved elephants, gardening, bowling, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her son, Jason (Jessica) Martin of San Diego, CA; two daughters, Jessica Barr of Tiskilwa and Jory Telford of LaSalle; six grandchildren, Sidney, Haevin, Adrian, Phaelynne, Isabella, and Olivia; one brother, Jacob Martin of Fayetteville, NC; and one sister, Deborah (Milton) Corson of Jacksonville, FL.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

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Edwina "Sue" Ocepeck - July 14, 1936 - December 21, 2023

Departed: 12/21/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Edwina "Sue" (Stried) Ocepeck, 87, of Peru, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023 at OSF Saint Paul Medical Center in Mendota.

Memorial services will be held at 6:30 PM on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, LaSalle with Father Michael Dwyer, officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until the time of services on Thursday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Sue was born July 14, 1936 in Gridley to Arthur and Bonnie (Stapp) Stried. She attended Illinois State University where she obtained a degree in Home Economics with a minor in Fine Art. While attending ISU, Sue met Robert Ocepeck. They would later marry and together had three children.

Sue was a highly respected and loved teacher at Hall High School for over 30 years where she taught Home Economics and was active with many organizations such as 4-H Club and Future Homemakers of America, among others. Later in life, Sue went on to receive her Master's Degree in counseling from ISU. Upon her retirement from teaching, she had her own counseling practice. Sue was a very active, lifelong member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in LaSalle where she participated in church fundraisers, enjoyed being in the church choir, and was also a Sunday School teacher. She was a proud member of the LaSalle Rotary Club and volunteered for Meals on Wheels.

Sue was a very good cook and seamstress. She had a knack and love for decorating and always portrayed classic style. She also enjoyed reading, walking, meditating, and a little oil painting at times.

Sue always had a smile, a kind heart, and an ear to listen. She was a wonderful mother to her three children and couldn't have loved her grandchildren more. She was a lover of life and people. She touched many lives.

Survivors include her former husband, Robert Ocepeck, Sr.; two sons, Mike (Kathy) Ocepeck of Oglesby and Rob Ocepeck, Jr. of LaSalle; one daughter, Margie King of Denver, CO; five grandchildren, Matthew (Beverly) Ocepeck of Denver, CO, Katie Ocepeck of Sarasota, FL, Ryan King of Colorado Springs, CO, Jeremy King of Chicago, and Morgan King of Aurora, CO; and one great-granddaughter, Lilly Ocepeck.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; and one sister.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

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Donald Joseph "Donnie" Loechner - March 03, 1965 - December 09, 2023

Departed: 12/09/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Donald Joseph "Donnie" Loechner, 58, of LaSalle, passed away Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Aperion Care, Spring Valley.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Private burial will take place in St. Vincent's Cemetery, LaSalle. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Mr. Loechner was born March 3, 1965 in LaSalle to Charles F. and Lorraine M. (Lamboley) Loechner. He graduated from LaSalle-Peru Township High School. Donnie played basketball in the Special Olympics. He loved to play bingo and read Archie Comics.

Survivors include his sister, Susan (William) Schweickert of Oglesby and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Michael, Craig, and two in infancy, Charles Jr. and Fred Loechner.

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Ronald Arthur Lucas - June 13, 1983 - December 06, 2023

Departed: 12/06/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Ronald Arthur Lucas, 40, of LaSalle, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at his home.

According to his wishes, no services will be held. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Mr. Lucas was born June 13, 1983 in Peru to Harold and Linda (Bierbrodt) Lucas. He was a graduate of LaSalle-Peru Township High School. Mr. Lucas enjoyed going on car rides, spending time with his family, fishing, and lifting weights.

Survivors include his mother, Linda Lucas of LaSalle; his brother, Darrell (Liz) Lucas of Spring Valley; and two nieces, Izabelle and Charlotte Lucas.

He was preceded in death by his father; one nephew, Layne Lucas; two uncles, Harry and Earl Lucas; and two aunts, Barbara Bernard and Carol Keith.

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Carmen G. Frausto - January 10, 1958 - November 16, 2023

Departed: 11/16/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Carmen G. (Gutierrez) Frausto, 65, of LaSalle, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle with Rev. Thomas Otto, pastor of the LaSalle Catholic Parishes officiating. Burial will follow in Peru City Cemetery. Visitation will be 9-11:00 AM Tuesday at the funeral home.

Mrs. Frausto was born January 10, 1958 in San Antonio, TX to Raul and Dora (Villa) Gutierrez. She married Javier Frausto on May 2, 1973 in Blue Island.

Mrs. Frausto loved the Dallas Cowboys and Elvis Presley, who was her first love.

Survivors include her husband, Javier; three daughters, Sylvia Frausto, Esmeralda Wendel and Marisela (Joshua) Spence all of Peru; three sons, Javier Frausto Jr. of Princeton and Joseluis and Alex Frausto both of LaSalle; 11 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three sisters; two brothers; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Adam Frausto.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

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Nancy A. Yero - February 23, 1932 - November 07, 2023

Departed: 11/07/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Nancy A. Yero, 91, of Oglesby, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Ottawa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Holy Family Church, Oglesby with Rev. Paul Carlson, pastor officiating. Burial will follow in St. Vincent's Cemetery, LaSalle. Visitation will be 10-10:50 AM Saturday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Ms. Yero was born February 23, 1932 in LaSalle to Joseph and Angela (Ousec) Yero. She graduated from LaSalle-Peru Township High School. Ms. Yero was employed by Duncan Insurance for 40 years. She was a member of Resurrection Church, LaSalle and later on became a member of Holy Family Church, Oglesby. Ms. Yero was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society.

She is survived by several cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Richard.

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Patrick J. Sexton - July 02, 1937 - November 06, 2023

Departed: 11/06/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Patrick J. "Pat" Sexton, 86, of Peru, formerly of Spring Valley, passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Ottawa.

According to his wishes, no services will be held. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Pat was born July 2, 1937 in LaSalle to Patrick and Elizabeth (Lodey) Sexton. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and worked in construction for over 40 years.

Pat enjoyed retirement and especially loved reading and scratch off lottery tickets. He also loved animals and always had a dog.

Survivors include his sister, Helen Swetnam and several nieces and nephews, including nephews, William T. Sexton of LaSalle, Brian, Kenneth, and James Sexton all of Peru, and Robert Sexton of Aurora.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, William and Francis Sexton.

Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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Lois Sophie Humpage - March 24, 1930 - November 04, 2023

Departed: 11/04/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Lois Sophie (Lynch) Humpage, 93, of Peru, formerly of LaSalle, passed away on November 4, 2023, in the Allure Nursing Home of Peru.

The First Congregational Church of LaSalle will host a visitation at 10:30 AM on Thursday, November 9, 2023, followed by a Celebration of Life service at 11:00 AM with Rev. Lee Iseley officiating. Burial will be held in Ladd Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Lois was born on March 24, 1930, in Peru to James and Rose (Soeder) Lynch. She married the love of her life, Albert Humpage of Ladd, on May 22, 1948.

Lois was a member of the First Congregational Church of LaSalle where she served as a Deacon, the Sunshine Committee for Women's Fellowship, and coordinator of the prayer chain. She is fondly remembered on WLPO radio for her birthday wishes for her church family and numerous friends.

She worked as a waitress for thirty-eight years at the Hotel Kaskaskia. Upon retirement, she volunteered at the Illinois Veterans Home in LaSalle and at the PADS Homeless Shelter in Peru.

Lois loved camping with her husband and family. She became a friend to everyone she met and always found something good in a person. She never failed to send get well, birthday, and anniversary cards to those near and far.

She is survived by her sons, Albert (Marilyn) Humpage, Danny (Barb) Humpage, and Kenny Humpage all of LaSalle, and Jeff (Mary) Humpage of Peru; six grandchildren Shane Humpage, Erin Wright, Kenny Jamison, Eric Humpage, Erika Morrasy, and Vincent Humpage; and six great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brothers, Ken Lynch, Bill Lynch, James Lynch; and her sister, Ann Harman; plus children at birth, James Allan and Rose Marie.

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Lorraine Susan Johnson - August 14, 1960 - November 02, 2023

Departed: 11/02/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Lorraine, 63 years young, of LaSalle, passed away suddenly at her home Thursday, November 2, 2023.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 PM Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Triumph Hall/Ophir Community Building, 3907 E. 752nd Road, Triumph, IL. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

To know Lorraine is to love Lorraine. She will always be remembered for her quick witted humor, warm friendly grin, and zest for life. She made everyone feel special and important. Her passing leaves so many friends and family heartbroken.

Lorraine was passionate about design and fashion. She loved the color green, especially on a purse or necklace. She enjoyed going to beauty school and always had a jewelry or home décor project in the works. Nothing stopped her from doing something she enjoyed. She selflessly committed her time to help at church, help a friend, or care for nieces and nephews. Lorraine had a soft spot for Great Danes. She rescued and cared for many over the years.

Lorraine was born August 14, 1960 in Ottawa to Leonard James "Jim" and Marlene Joan (Woodin) Johnson. She was a member of Triumph United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her father, Jim Johnson Sr. of Fallon, Nevada; one brother, Jim (Deb) Johnson Jr. of Troy Grove; five sisters, Pamela (Jim) Bell of Mendota, Sheila (Mark) Sondgeroth of Malden, Karen (Tom) Alford of Mendota, Kathy Hartman of Princeton, and Debra Bleck of Boaz, Alabama; three step-sisters, Rebecca Fleischauer, Veronica Elwood, and Deborah Miller; one step-brother, Don Crew; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is reunited in heaven with her mother, Marlene Falk and her step-mother, Betty Johnson.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Family Of Lorraine Johnson, c/o First State Bank, 4351 Venture Drive, Peru, IL 61354.

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Cletus Otto Koester - February 25, 1933 - October 16, 2023

Departed: 10/16/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Cletus Otto Koester, 90, of Ottawa, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the Illinois Veterans Home in LaSalle.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, October 21, 2023 at the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home in LaSalle. Full military rites will be conducted by the Peru Veterans Memorial Group. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, October 23, 2023 at the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Hillside.

Cletus was born on February 25, 1933 in Baldwin to Henry and Rosa (Rowald) Koester. He married Anita Buch on January 30, 1954. After completing military service in March, 1955, Cletus attended DeVry Institute of Technology in Chicago. After graduation, Cletus spent nearly 30 years in the computer industry as a maintenance engineer. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hillside for 39 years, Calvery Lutheran Church in Watseka for 15 years and attended Immanuel Lutheran Church in Elmhurst. Cletus enjoyed golf, watching sports, and traveling.

Survivors include three children, Brian (Pamela) Koester of New London, MO, Debra Railsback of Ottawa, and Gary (Doreen) Koester of Somonauk; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and his sister, Leola Sheeler of Sparta.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Anita; and his brothers, Victor and Vernon Koester.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

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Carol Ann Piwonski - May 21, 1958 - October 13, 2023

Departed: 10/13/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Carol Ann (Stewart) Piwonski, 65, of LaSalle, passed away Friday, October 13, 2023 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Ottawa.

According to her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and her cremated remains will be scattered by her husband in a beautiful mountain pass in Wyoming, filled with flowers, including one of her favorite flowers, Indian Paintbrush. No services will be held. Arrangements are entrusted to Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Mrs. Piwonski was born May 21, 1958 in Casper, Wyoming to Thomas and Leila (Grace) Stewart. She married Andrew "Joe" Piwonski on Feburary 14, 2000 at Starved Rock Lodge.

Mrs. Piwonski worked as an operator at the NewsTribune for 15 years and later as an operator at Monterey Mushrooms for 15 years. She enjoyed fishing and was an excellent cook. She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. Her daily routine always revolved around making sure she got to watch her favorite TV show, General Hospital. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, whom she loved dearly.

Survivors include her husband, Andrew "Joe"; three children, Brittney (Brock) Turner, Bruce Hill, Donni Lusettio; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; her brother, Tom Stewart; one sister, Gail Stewart; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved dogs, Bear, Jacob, and Peanut.

She was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters.

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Alli Maxine Miller - August 09, 1998 - August 12, 2023

Departed: 08/12/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Alli Maxine Miller, a.k.a. Alli Baba or Alli Max, slipped away in her sleep, sometime Saturday, August 12, 2023, at her home in LaSalle, at the age of 25.

To celebrate this beautiful soul, who left us much, much too soon, a memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM Friday, August 18, 2023 at the Zion United Church of Christ, Peru with Rev. Alex Garncarz, pastor officiating. Visitation and memory sharing will be held 1:30-3:00 PM Friday at the church. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Alli was born in the very early Sunday morning hours of August 9, 1998 at Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru to Edward S. Miller and Rebecca "Becky" Moore. Her great-aunt, Theresa Grove was given the honor of becoming Alli's "mom of the heart" in October 1999, and they happily celebrated "gotcha day" every February 14th.

As Alli grew into an adult, she was employed as a pizza maker extraordinaire. She created the doughy delights at Pizza Hut, Casey's, and Domino's. She was looking forward to expanding her career into the retail industry and was set to start a new job. In her spare time, Alli liked to cook occasionally, mostly making her fantastic fudgy brownies and chocolate chip cheesecake. She was working on expanding her culinary skills with the help of her mom of the heart and her memaw. Although she liked cooking, Alli most often preferred to be cooked for, have food delivered, or pick up something quick. When she was with her family, she often enjoyed local restaurants, especially Chinese and Italian.

Alli adored her little dog, Ophelia, or Ophie, as Alli often called her.

Alli had the most loving and generous heart. She was always willing to help others and she loved fiercely. She could light up a room with her most radiant smile.

Alli is survived by her dad, Ed Miller; her mom of the heart, Theresa Grove; her grandma/memaw, Nancy Schmidt; her great-grandma, Mary Fiedler; and a very special aunt, Tracy Miller Mennie all of LaSalle. Survivors also include her siblings, Evan Grove, Mariah Miller, Preston Stuart, Jacob and Savana Miller, and Drake Coil; her nephew and niece, Aiden and Adaline Grove; several aunts and uncles; and multiple cousins. Alli never had the opportunity to realize just how deeply she was and is loved by both family and enough friends to fill a small town.

She was preceded in death by her birth mother, Rebecca Stewart; her step-dad of the heart, Sheldon Grove; her twin sibling several months before birth; her grandfather, Kenneth Schmidt; her great-grandfather, Otto Fiedler; and her best friend, buddy, and confidant, Marissa "Issy" Roberts.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. A note from dad: Now you are created again. I see you, I love you, I'm sorry. I'll see you soon. "Hey dad"...I hear your voice all the time. Love, Dad

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Brendan R. Woitynek - August 21, 2001 - July 12, 2023

Departed: 07/12/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Brendan R. Woitynek, 21, of LaSalle, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at his home.

Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

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Zachary Welgatt - September 17, 1983 - May 08, 2023

Departed: 05/08/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Zachary Welgatt, 39, of LaSalle, passed away Monday, May 8, 2023 at Aperion Care, Spring Valley.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

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Joy Nowak - December 11, 1961 - April 22, 2023

Departed: 04/22/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Joy (Pickering) Nowak, 61, of Henry, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2023 at OSF St. Clare Medical Center, Princeton.

According to her wishes, services will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle.

Mrs. Nowak was born December 11, 1961 in Somerset, MA, the youngest of six children, to Walter Jr. and Ruth M.(Sunderland) Pickering. She married Joey D. Nowak on July 7, 2001 at St. John the Divine Anglican Church in Burkburnett, TX.

In Joy's early days, she attended the Congregational Church of Somerset with family and many good friends. The high school church youth group years were full of adventure. She graduated from Somerset High School and continued her education at Bristol Community College in Fall River, MA where she also worked as a bookkeeper. She also worked at Fotomat, the Newport Naval Base and later as a JC Whitney Representative. More recently, she worked as a children's monitor for Illinois Central School Bus and Johannes Bus Service.

Joy especially loved spending time with her family. Together, she and Joey kept a happy home in LaSalle and Henry and she gave lovingly of herself to her daughter, Nicole and granddaughters, Caitlynn and Rachel. Recently, Joy enjoyed spending time helping Nicole be able to work by providing child care for Caitlynn and Rachel. Joy was godmother to her nephew, Rev. Andrew Greenwood who will guide us in prayerful remembrance at her funeral.

Joy shared her home with her much loved cats and dogs. She enjoyed swimming, decorating for Christmas, visiting with family and friends, playing board games and playing cards. Among her favorite card games were Hand and Foot and Nertz. Everyone loved to compete with Joy for the contested championship. With family located in Texas, Mississippi, Massachusetts, Colorado and Pennsylvania, Joy found many vacation destinations that she loved. A couple of her favorite places were Newport Beach in Rhode Island and Myles Standish State Forest in Massachusetts. Joy was known for grilling a great burger at family cookouts.

Survivors include her husband, Joey; her daughter, Nicole Bell of Henry; two granddaughters, Caitlynn and Rachel; three step-children, Natasha Hernandez of Wichita Falls, TX, Paul (Julie) Nowak of Brock, TX and Jody Nowak of Wichita Falls, TX; eight step-grandchildren, Kelsey, Joseph, Abigail, Carson, Rose, Haley, Hannah and Hunter; four step great-grandchildren; two sisters, Susan Greenwood of Pennsylvania and Nancy (John) Possinger of Massachusetts; her brother, Jim (Rita) Pickering of Colorado; a sister-in-law, Jinny Spanier; a brother-in-law, David Kingman of Mississippi; numerous nieces and nephews including, Kristen (Larry) Peak, Andrew (Amanda) Greenwood, Angela Ruth Possinger, Carol (Jeremy) Bell and Cheryl (Mark) Capes; great-nieces and nephews including, Hannah and Zachary Peak, Jessica (Mitchaletty) Baio, Christopher Capes and Phillip (Alyx) Stephenson; great-great nieces and nephews including Libby Baio and Matthew and Conor Privett.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Ruth Ann (David) Wiley and Jo Ann Kingman; a sister-in-law, Rosemary Kossak; a brother-in-law, Ray Spanier; a niece, Sharon Ann Stephenson and a great-niece, Marina Lynette Allison.

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Richard "Dick" Jackson - January 19, 1936 - April 05, 2023

Departed: 04/05/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Richard "Dick" Jackson, 87, formerly of Berwick, Illinois, passed on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 in LaSalle, Illinois.

Dick was born in Plymouth, Illinois on January 19, 1936 to George and Helen (Downey) Jackson. He married Marilyn Smith on April 25, 1958. They were married for nearly 60 years, and Dick took care of Marilyn until her dying day in 2018. Together, Dick and Marilyn had two children, Jody and Julie.

Dick honorably served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1957, stationed in Panama as a food inspector. Full military rites were conducted by the Peru Veterans Memorial Group. After coming home from serving his country, Dick worked for nearly four decades at Admiral, retiring before the age of 60. He primarily worked in the maintenance department. This was the perfect job, since it enabled his gift of gab throughout the entire plant.

Dick was a great outdoorsman, with an unmatched love of fishing, trapping, raising bluebirds, serving as a prairie steward, and the ever-elusive mushrooming. He always had a story to tell of these adventures. If there was a fun and well-orchestrated prank involved with someone during outdoor activities, it was bonus time spent with nature. When asked where he caught the fish, without fail, he gave the evasive answer of "farm pond".

Although he kept his fishing holes secret, he was otherwise very generous in sharing his knowledge, always taking the time to explain "how things work". Some of the skills he taught his descendants are: how to use hula hoops in the yard to obtain precision in casting a line, how to figure the height of a tree using trigonometry on a sunny day, and how to complete a scorecard at a major league baseball game.

Dick always enjoyed going to family reunions, sharing photos, and filling-in branches of the family tree with his genealogy hobby. To the reunions he'd bring home-fried chicken, along with his made-from-scratch potato salad and homemade coleslaw. At many reunions, he would even fry fresh fish at the park. He could catch the fish and cook it, too.

Those left to cherish Dick's fish stories are his daughter, son-in-law, four grandchildren, granddaughter-in-law, two great-grandchildren, and a brother. He was predeceased by his wife, son, parents, and a brother.

Per Dick's wishes, cremation rites were entrusted to the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home in LaSalle, Illinois. There will be no services. Inurnment has been conducted at Memorial Park Cemetery in Galesburg, Illinois.

In lieu of memorials, participate in an activity related to nature in Dick's memory. Read a book about conservation, walk a nature trail, or wet a line.

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Karl Heller - September 25, 1926 - April 01, 2023

Departed: 04/01/2023 (LaSalle)

Obituary Preview: Karl Heller, 96, of Peru, passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023 at his home.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 AM, Thursday, April 6, 2023 at the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle with Rev. Thomas Otto, pastor of St. Patrick's Church, LaSalle officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, LaSalle. Visitation will be 4-7:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. Additional visitation will be 9:30 AM until the time of services on Thursday at the funeral home.

Karl was born September 25, 1926 in Konjnic, Croatia to German parents, Felix and Maria (Lenhoff) Heller and was one of ten siblings. He attended regular schools until starting trade school to become a journeyman for tool and die and machine maintenance at the age of 16. Afterward, he worked in Poland in the train yards. During the war years, he served as an interpreter and driver for United States Forces on the Eastern Front. Post-war, he and some of his family moved to Linz, Austria where he worked at a United States air base until he immigrated to the United States in 1956. Karl was sponsored by Father Mike at the Slovenian Church, St. Roch's in LaSalle. He married Gail Ann Redd on June 1, 1957.

Karl worked machine maintenance jobs in the area and at Caterpillar in Aurora until Sundstrand opened in 1966. He worked there until retirement at the age of 75 in 2002. Karl was a proud member of the United Auto Workers. Karl had been a wedding and funeral photographer in Europe and continued capturing photos of the Ottawa Crusaders Drum and Bugle Corps. After retirement, he volunteered at Illinois Valley Animal Rescue for 10 years before simply enjoying dancing with his wife, Gail, of 64 years. They especially enjoyed spending every Sunday dancing at the Paramount Club in LaSalle.

Survivors include his wife, Gail Ann of Peru; his daughter, Gelinda Heller of Peru; his son, Karl M. Heller of Spring Valley; a sister, Olga Chorowiec of Clarkson, Ontario, Canada; a goddaughter, Glinda of Austria; a sister-in-law, Deborah Redd of LaSalle; a brother-in-law, William E. Redd of LaSalle and numerous nieces and nephews in Canada, Germany, Austria, Denmark, Croatia and Macedonia.

He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Felix, Anton, Siegfried, Rudolph and Wilhelm Heller and three sisters, Maria, Matilda and Zitta.

Pallbearers will be Cory Miller, Clay Huettemann, Al Butler and Frank Knap.

The online guestbook may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.MuellerFH.com.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It serves as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and the community.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries are important because they provide a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also informing others of their passing. They can also serve as a keepsake for family and friends, and can be used to create a sense of closure and finality.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The task of writing an obituary usually falls to the family members or close friends of the deceased. Funeral homes or crematories may also offer assistance in writing an obituary as part of their services.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the deceased's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral or memorial services.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary, but it's generally recommended to keep it concise and to the point. Aim for around 100-200 words, depending on the publication's guidelines.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a nice way to personalize the notice and make it more meaningful.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online publication?

Check the publication's website or contact them directly to find out their submission guidelines and deadlines. Some publications may have online forms or email addresses where you can submit your obituary.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication and the length of the notice. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to several hundred dollars.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to have control over how they are remembered. This can also be a therapeutic exercise in reflecting on one's life.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only the most basic information. An obituary is a longer, more detailed tribute that celebrates the person's life.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary should reflect the personality and spirit of the deceased. Including humorous stories or anecdotes can help make the notice more engaging and memorable.

How do I handle sensitive or difficult information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive or difficult aspects of the deceased's life that you're not sure how to address, consider consulting with other family members or friends for guidance. It's generally best to focus on the positive aspects of their life.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial information in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial funds in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and support a good cause.

How long after someone passes away should I publish an obituary?

The timing of publishing an obituary can vary depending on cultural and personal preferences. Typically, it's published within a few days to a week after the person's passing.

Can I publish an obituary online only?

Yes, many online platforms and social media sites allow you to publish an obituary digitally. This can be a convenient and cost-effective option.

What is the purpose of an obituary archive?

An obituary archive is a collection of past obituaries that can be searched and accessed by researchers, genealogists, and family historians. It provides a valuable resource for those looking to learn more about their ancestors or local history.

Can I correct errors in an already-published obituary?

If you notice errors in an already-published obituary, contact the publication immediately to request corrections. They may be able to issue a revised version or publish a correction notice.

How do I preserve an original copy of an obituary?

You can preserve an original copy of an obituary by keeping it in a safe place, such as a scrapbook or memory box. You can also digitize it by scanning or photographing it and saving it electronically.

Can I use an obituary as a template for other types of writing?

Yes, writing an obituary can be good practice for other types of biographical writing, such as eulogies or memoirs. The skills you develop in crafting a concise and meaningful tribute can be applied to other forms of writing.

How do I handle multiple marriages or complex family relationships in an obituary?

In cases where there are multiple marriages or complex family relationships, it's best to prioritize clarity and simplicity. Focus on listing immediate family members and closest relatives, and avoid confusing or ambiguous language.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Absolutely! Including meaningful quotes or song lyrics can add depth and emotion to an obituary. Choose something that resonates with the deceased's personality or interests.

How do I ensure that an online obituary remains accessible over time?

To ensure that an online obituary remains accessible over time, consider creating a permanent link or saving it to a cloud storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox.

What is the role of technology in modern obituaries?

Technology has revolutionized the way we create, share, and access obituaries. Online platforms and social media have made it easier than ever to publish and disseminate tributes, while digital archives have preserved historical records for future generations.

Can I create a video obituary?

Yes! With modern technology, it's possible to create video tributes that combine images, music, and narration to celebrate the life of the deceased. These can be shared online or played at memorial services.

How do I balance honesty with tact when writing an obituary?

Balancing honesty with tact requires sensitivity and empathy. Be truthful about the deceased's life while avoiding hurtful or unnecessary details that might cause pain to loved ones.