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Marjorie L. Chesnut, age 96, of Mattoon, IL peacefully passed away on Sunday March 15, 2026, with her family by her side...
03/16/2026

Marjorie L. Chesnut, age 96, of Mattoon, IL peacefully passed away on Sunday March 15, 2026, with her family by her side at Odd Fellow Rebekah Home.

A funeral service in her honor will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, 1200 Wabash Avenue, Mattoon,...

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When we are called, our team instinctively knows what to do. From transferring a loved one to our home to making plans w...
03/16/2026

When we are called, our team instinctively knows what to do. From transferring a loved one to our home to making plans with families to celebrate a life. Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, since 1934. This is Funeral Assistant Ed Schniers. (217) 234-8828

Whether you want to celebrate with others or reflect in solitude, Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home has the accommodations to...
03/13/2026

Whether you want to celebrate with others or reflect in solitude, Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home has the accommodations to do both. Our chapel, comfortable visitation rooms, and quiet corners make it your place of peace. To learn about our facilities, call (217) 234-8828. This is Office Administrator Lisa Hunt.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026, is National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day. At Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, ...
03/11/2026

Wednesday, March 11, 2026, is National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day. At Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, caring for families is more than a profession. It's a calling! To the funeral directors who guide families with compassion and dignity every day, thank you for the quiet work you do for our community. Join us by sharing a word of appreciation for all they do.

Betty “Brenda” Joyce Copsy, age 74 of Mattoon, IL passed away Monday, March 9, 2026, at Odd Fellow-Rebekah Home.A Celebr...
03/10/2026

Betty “Brenda” Joyce Copsy, age 74 of Mattoon, IL passed away Monday, March 9, 2026, at Odd Fellow-Rebekah Home.
A Celebration of Life in her honor will be held at a later date. Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, 1200 Wabash Avenue, Mattoon, IL 61938 is in charge of services.
Brenda was born on March...

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Mary Elizabeth “Liz” Titus, age 66 of Lerna, IL passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Willow Breeze Hospice House in M...
03/09/2026

Mary Elizabeth “Liz” Titus, age 66 of Lerna, IL passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Willow Breeze Hospice House in Mattoon, IL following a courageous battle with cancer.
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM, Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, located at 1200...

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Reaching out to Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home in a time of sorrow can feel overwhelming. However, when Owner and Funeral ...
03/09/2026

Reaching out to Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home in a time of sorrow can feel overwhelming. However, when Owner and Funeral Director Greg Jerdan is asking the right questions and taking the right steps, the journey to peace can quietly begin. Call us at (217) 234-8828.

If you've preplanned with another funeral home and now circumstances have changed, you can transfer it to Mitchell-Jerda...
03/06/2026

If you've preplanned with another funeral home and now circumstances have changed, you can transfer it to Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home. We do everything. Call (217) 234-8828. We take care of the rest.

James Paul Clark, age 80 of Mattoon, IL passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center....
03/04/2026

James Paul Clark, age 80 of Mattoon, IL passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center.
A memorial service in his honor will be held at a later date. Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, 1200 Wabash Avenue, Mattoon, IL 61938 is in charge of services.
James was born on...

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Martha Ann Schwarz, age 82 of Mattoon IL passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Odd Fellow-Rebekah Home.A private fam...
03/04/2026

Martha Ann Schwarz, age 82 of Mattoon IL passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Odd Fellow-Rebekah Home.
A private family graveside service in her honor will take place at a later date. Pastor Joy Starwalt will officiate. Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home, 1200 Wabash Avenue, Mattoon, IL 61938, is...

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Writing down your final wishes can be a meaningful parting gift to your family. Knowing exactly what you wanted takes th...
03/04/2026

Writing down your final wishes can be a meaningful parting gift to your family. Knowing exactly what you wanted takes the guesswork out of their decisions, leaving them confident they're honoring you well. Call Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home at (217) 234-8828 and preplan with Owner and Funeral Director Greg Jerdan.

After a direct cremation, some family members may wonder when the grieving will end. Including essential moments of clos...
03/02/2026

After a direct cremation, some family members may wonder when the grieving will end. Including essential moments of closure, like a visitation and celebration of life, can make a difference. For cremation options, call Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home at (217) 234-8828 and speak with Funeral Director Greg Jerdan.

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Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home Ltd. provides experienced, quality funeral home services for families of all backgrounds and traditions. The company has been serving the community since 1934 and has experience helping families with both traditional funeral services as well as modern or contemporary options. Three generations in the family have carried the legacy at this funeral home with a dedication to excellence in service. Families can expect the highest levels of integrity in every detail of funeral planning. Families in the area choose Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home Ltd. because this funeral home team is a leader in the local industry. Available funeral services include a range of choices: burials, cremation with memorial services, life celebrations, memorial ceremonies, urns, veteran services, mausoleums, direct cremations, vaults, grief resources, cremation services, pre-planning funeral services, caskets, memorials, honoring life, military honors, and more. The beautiful Queen Anne inspired funeral home was built in 1899. Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home Ltd. has renovated and improved the building over the years, creating a comfortable, comforting environment for families to enjoy. The biggest renovation occurred in 1953 when the funeral was expanded to include a chapel that seats 250 people as well as a casket room. In 1984, the funeral home was acknowledged by the Mattoon Chamber of Commerce when the company received the Beautification Grand Award of Excellence. Later, the building extensive interior and exterior remodeling projects were done to continue these improvement efforts. Rest assured knowing that the team at Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home Ltd. includes licensed funeral directors as well as memberships to industry organizations: Illinois Funeral Directors Association (IFDA), National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), Cremation Association of North America (CANA), International Cemetery, and Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA). In 2016, the Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home was re-recognized by the Coles County Historic Preservation Advisory Council as a notable landmark. Funeral services are available to families in all of the nearby areas: Charleston, Humboldt, Cooks Mill, Trilla, Lerna, G**s, Allenville, Greenup, Neoga, Arcolla, and more. Reach out to the funeral home to schedule an appointment and learn about the various funeral services that are offered. Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home Ltd. is located at 1200 Wabash Ave Mattoon, IL 61938. Call any time to talk to a funeral planning expert: (217) 234-8828.