Mueller Funeral Homes & Crematory

08/21/2026

Do you have questions about green burial? Do you know what it is or what makes a burial "green"? Check out this informative article that answers these questions and many others!

Are you curious about green burial? Then check out this FAQ article that gives simple, easy-to-understand answers to your questions!

08/21/2026

Mary Ann Sladek passed away peacefully at her home with her family and dog Cowboy by her side.

Mary Ann Sladek was a devoted wife and Grandmother. She loved attending the grandkids sporting events. She retired from Norrie accounting as a tax preparer and spent many winters in Lake Placid Flo...

08/21/2026

James J. Bradish, 77, of Peru, IL, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at the OSF St. Clare Medical Center in Princeton, IL.

Celebration of Life Memorial Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 26 from 5-7:00 PM at Mueller Funeral Home in Ottawa. Private burial will be at a later ...

08/20/2026

James "Jake" Krancic, passed unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his home in Utica, Illinois, on January 26, 2026. He still had many important things on his calendar, many more occasions that he was planning: family gatherings, breakfasts with his old friends, meeting new friends every time that he vol...

08/19/2026

James Walscheid, 79, of Ottawa, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at his home.

Services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mueller Funeral Home in Ottawa.

James was born on August 30, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, to Fred and Marian (Neumann) Walscheid. He gradu...

08/19/2026

Clint Thomas Mettille-Halterman, 55, of Ottawa, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026 in Ottawa.

Born in LaSalle, Illinois to Romalyn Miner and the late Thomas Mettille, he was later adopted by Jerry Halterman.

Clint graduated from Ottawa Township High School and was a longtime c...

08/18/2026

Every family is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to honoring a loved one's life. Taking time to learn about your options can help you make informed decisions that reflect your personal wishes and values.
If you have questions about cremation or any of the services we offer, our compassionate team is here to provide guidance and answer your questions.

Give us a call at (815) 223-0184 or (815) 434-4433, or visit www.muellerfh.com to learn more.

08/17/2026

08/14/2026

Did you know that you can honor your loved one's story with a memorial video? In this informative article, you will discover 5 ways to turn photos and videos into a lasting tribute.

Memorial videos allow you to celebrate your loved one's life and legacy. Keep their story alive through meaningful memories.