Mueller Funeral Homes & Crematory

05/10/2026

In celebration of Mother's Day, we'd love to hear one of your favorite memories about your mom and why!

05/08/2026

When a friend has lost their mom, holidays like Mother's Day can be difficult to navigate. Read this article for six actionable ways you can show someone you care and provide support during this holiday.

If you have a friend who has lost their mom, Mother’s Day can be hard. Read to learn 6 ways you can support your friend during the holiday.

05/07/2026

Moms, have we told you lately how incredible you are? Thank you for wiping away the tears, for cleaning up the scrapes, for teaching us how to live well, and for your steady presence through every season. Thank you for who you are and who you helped each of us to become!

05/07/2026

Anna Beatrice (Hootman) Ortery, 88, of Peru, formerly of Kirkwood, IL, passed away at 3:00 AM on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at JPO Retirement Home in Dalzell.

Private graveside services will be held in Center Grove Cemetery in Kirkwood at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mue...

05/06/2026

Maribeth “Betsy” Farrell, 47, of Ottawa IL passed away from her battle with cancer at Rush Hospital in Chicago IL.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026 at the Mueller Funeral Home in Ottawa. Burial will follow the services at St. Columba Cemetery in Ottawa. Visita...

05/05/2026

Happy birthday to our friend and colleague! Susan Condron, may God bless you with joy and happiness today and always!

05/04/2026

05/01/2026

Happy 17th work anniversary! We are proud to have you with us, and we are motivated by your dedication and commitment to providing compassionate care to the families in our community.

05/01/2026

When you lose a loved one, you may experience changes in your behavior. Read this article to learn about some behavioral shifts you might face and practical ways to navigate them.

After the loss of a loved one, it is normal to experience behavioral changes. In this article, learn about common changes you can expect and positive ways to overcome them.

04/30/2026

Following a brief illness, Sandra K. Wisniewski, 84, of Ottawa passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at the home of her step-daughter. She left this earth peacefully and headed for better places just minutes after listening to a long session of country and western music, which she loved.
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04/30/2026

Judy Anne Kmieciak
1939 - 2026

Judy Anne (Tonelli) Kmieciak, 86, of Peru, formerly of Spring Valley, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Allure of Peru.

Private graveside services will be held at Valley Memorial Park in Spring Valley. Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home in La Salle is...