Steven Glaser

Steven "Gib" Glaser, 71, of Mendota passed away on January 26th, 2025 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center of Peoria, IL with his wife and friends by his side. Steve was born October 14, 1953, in Mendota to Gilbert "Gib" and Gloria Jean (Dyas) Glaser.  Steve graduated from Mendota High School in 1971.  He spent most of his career employed by Motor Wheel, working as a quality control technician.  He was a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.  Steve and his faithful companion, Teddy were well known to everyone. He was a kind and generous man, always eager to offer a helping hand to family and friends.  
Steve is survived by his wife of 28 years, Becky Glaser and their loyal puppy Teddy;  one son Ryan Glaser of Peru, IL; one granddaughter Guiliana Glaser of Mendota, IL; one step grandson Hunter (Breanna Herman) of Earlville, IL; one brother Greg (Lori) Glaser of Lancaster, WI; brother-in-laws Dennis Schultz of Mendota, IL, Keith Fowler of Qulin, MO, Sam Sutton of Missouri and James Clark of Arkansas; sister-in-laws Carla Clark of Poplar Bluff, MO, Dawn Fowler of Houston, MO and many nieces and nephews.
Steve is preceded in death by his grandparents Leo and Clara (Weber) Glaser and Charles and Gloria (Orr) Dyas; his parents; father and mother-in-law Carl and Georgia Clark; step son Kenny Provow, Jr.; sister Gaydene Schultz; brother-in-law Gary Fowler and niece Kristie Glaser.
I would like to thank all the special people for being by my side with their immense love, support and help before, during and after Steve’s passing. Especially, Donald Thompson and Jannette Needs.
Cremation care has been provided by Horner-Merritt Funeral Home in Mendota.  No services will be held.  There will be a private graveside service on a later date at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mendota.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family to assist with arrangements.  Please visit www.horner-merritt.com to sign the online guestbook.