Mueller Funeral Homes & Crematory

10/20/2026

Have you ever been in a situation where you weren't sure exactly what to do? It doesn't have to be that way with funeral etiquette! Click www.funeralbasics.org/funeral-etiquette to read a helpful article that outlines everything you need to know about etiquette rules for the funeral service. Afterward, if you still have any questions, just give us a call, and we'd be happy to help you!

10/19/2026

Willis Leonard Shane, 78, of Neponset, formerly of Ottawa, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026, at home.

Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Mueller Funeral Home in Ottawa. Pastor Terry Lancaster from Sheffield United Methodist Church will offi...

10/19/2026

Marilyn C. (Nevins) Sipula Marta was born on December 11, 1931 and passed away on October 18, 2026 at the Ottawa Pavilion, peacefully, surrounded by her family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at St. Patrick Church in Ottawa with Rev. Patrick Wil...

10/19/2026

Allan James Boedigheimer, 79, died October 17, 2026 at Manor Court in Peru.

A celebration of Allan's life will take place on November 14, 2026, from 7 - 9:00 PM at the Maples, 1401 Shooting Park Road, Peru, Illinois (815)223-1938. All Friends and others can come for a one drink (on us) at th...

10/19/2026

10/16/2026

Esther Lambert, longtime resident of Peru, IL, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2026, at age of 96. She was surrounded by her family and left us peacefully.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Mueller Funeral home in Peru. Rev. Michael S***z of Hollow...

10/16/2026

If you've lost your spouse or partner, cooking for just yourself can be difficult at first. Read this article for some helpful tips and resources for cooking for one while you're grieving.

If you've lost your spouse or partner, it's normal to struggle with cooking for one. Here are tips for cooking for yourself while grieving.

10/14/2026

Nancy J. (P***o) Krysiak, 82, of Peru, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of home and the love of her family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, October 22, 2026, at St. Joseph Church in Peru, with Rev. Gary...

10/14/2026

Jessica Victoria (Davis) Sondgeroth, 48, of La Salle, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026 at her home.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home in La Salle is entrusted with arrangements.

Ms. Sondgeroth was born on December 24, 1977, in Aurora t...