Mueller Funeral Homes & Crematory

03/16/2026

03/13/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens during an arrangement conference for a funeral? This article shares a few tips on what to expect and how you can prepare ahead of time.

Do you know what to expect at a funeral arrangement conference? Read over these tips so you can prepare for the conversation ahead of time.

03/12/2026

Carol A. Cox, 67, of La Salle, died on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Goldwater Care in Princeton.

All services will be private. Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home in La Salle is entrusted with arrangements.

Carol was born on July 26, 1958 in Melrose Park to Jack and Lorraine (Meese) Kerle...

03/11/2026

Margarete (Cerri-Piecha) Strack, 88, of Peru, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center in Rockford.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St. Joseph's Church, Peru with Rev. Gary Blake, pastor officiating. Burial will f...

03/10/2026

After losing a loved one, the first few days are hazy and stressful. In the midst of this emotional turmoil, your family must plan the details of the funeral services, making many decisions in a short time.

Imagine if you could alleviate the burden that will fall on your loved ones by planning and paying for your funeral services ahead of time. You can! Planning ahead is a gift of love that brings great peace of mind. Contact us today to get started!

03/10/2026

Spring is a time of new life and new beginnings – the perfect time to declutter! Sorting through all your items can seem like a daunting task, but you don’t have to do it all at once. Just decluttering 5 minutes a day can help you get started.

What are your spring cleaning goals? Let us know in the comments!

03/09/2026

Norma J. (Thomas) Hoover, 94, of Peru, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026 at OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Peru.

Memorial services will be held at 5:00 PM Friday, March 13, 2026 at the Mueller Funeral Home, Peru with Rev. Tom Redig, pastor of St. John's Lutheran Church, Peru officiati...

03/09/2026

Nancy (Carlson) Newberg, 73, of Ottawa, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family.

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

Nancy was born on May 5, 1952 in Chicago to Robert and Dorothy ...

03/07/2026

Someday, we may not have to reset our clocks, but until then, make sure to spring forward tonight!

03/06/2026

Did you know that mortuary cosmetology is an essential part of many funerals? This informative article provides helpful insight into the job, how it benefits grieving families, and the pathway to becoming a certified mortuary cosmetologist. Read to learn more about this crucial career!

What is a mortuary cosmetologist? What do they do? Read the article to learn more about the profession and how it can be a fulfilling career.

03/05/2026

John H. Anderson, 87, of LaSalle, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Stonecroft Village in Mendota.

Private services will be held at the Mueller Funeral Home, Peru with Pastor Solomon Sudhakar of Grace United Methodist Church, LaSalle officiating.

Mr. Anderson was born June 16, 1...