Dwight G. Heckert

Dwight G. Heckert

Dwight Heckert Obituary

Published by Horner-Merritt Funeral Home on Jul. 22, 2019.
Dwight was born on October 12, 1940 and passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2019. Dwight was a resident of Mendota, Illinois at the time of passing. After attending Okawville schools, he graduated from the University of Illinois in 1962. Funeral services will be Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Mendota with Rev. Susan Presley officiating. Burial will be in Restland Cemetery, Mendota. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of services in the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cure Alzheimer's Fund or First Presbyterian Church. Thursday, July 25, 2019 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM First Presbyterian Church 1003 5th Street Mendota, Il 61342 Thursday, July 25, 2019 11:00 AM First Presbyterian Church 1003 5th Street Mendota, Il 61342.

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July 24, 2019

Jack Arkins posted to the memorial.

July 24, 2019

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July 23, 2019

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Jack Arkins

July 24, 2019

Tess, Amy and Family:
Please accept my condolences for the your tremendous loss. I consider my self fortunate to know Dwight and your family over the years through our mutual friendship in association with Goslin' Know that my prayers and thoughts are with you
Jack

Sandee Donahue

July 24, 2019

Tess
I am so sorry for your loss. There is nothing anyone can do or say to alleviate the pain you are feeling right now. But please know that even though I am miles away, I still care. And because I care, your sorrow is my sorrow too. We will always be neighbors in my heart.

Melissa and Ron (Archer) Blum

July 23, 2019

I am sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carol Vandre

July 23, 2019

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Arnie and Linda Leder

July 23, 2019

Tess, Amy , Dave and family, our deepest sympathy. Arnie and Linda Leder

Jennifer Kerfoot

July 22, 2019

Laura and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please let me know if you need anything at all and hugs to all of you.....

Melinda (Stephenson) Stroyeck

July 22, 2019

Tess, Amy and Laura I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this rough time. May our Father God give you peace and comfort.

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