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Kevin McConville Obituary
Born: May 8, 1960 in Mendota, IL
Died: September 1, 2022 in Mendota, IL
Kevin R. McConville, 62, of Mendota, passed away September 1, 2022 in his home surrounded by his family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Theresa's Catholic Church, Earlville with Father Jeff Windy officiating. Burial will be at Restland Cemetery, Mendota. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. at the Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota.
Kevin was born May 8, 1960 in Mendota to Raymond and Ruth (Gallagher) McConville. He married Sheri Schwingle on June 10, 1983 at St. John's Lutheran Church, Mendota.
Kevin was a 1978 graduate of Mendota High School and a 1980 graduate of Joliet Junior College. He grew up farming and enjoyed planting and harvesting crops in the Triumph area. He also spent his life in the construction business, and later started McConville Construction. He enjoyed playing softball, golfing, watching sporting events and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife Sheri of Mendota; two daughters Brittany (Tim) Cantlin of Earlville and Abby (Mark) Higdon of Mendota; three brothers Tim (Lori) McConville and Brian (Julie) McConville both of Mendota and Ron (Eunice) McConville of Lyle and 5 grandchildren Zoey, Killian and Cavan Cantlin and Kinzie and Chloe Higdon.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Beth McConville.
Memorials may be directed to the family for a memorial to be established at a later date. Online condolences may be left at www.merrittfh.com
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Billy Gerard
September 7, 2022
My deepest sympathy to the family. Haven't seen Kevin in many many years. MY God Bless all of you at this sad time. Praying for all of you.
Jeff Strouss
September 4, 2022
Sheri and family sorry to hear about your loss. Lots of good memories with softball and the Schwingle house growing up. May he Rest In Peace.
Kim Sterchi
September 4, 2022
I remember Kevin from high school- he was well liked and just an all around good guy that everyone enjoyed being around. My sympathies and condolences to his family and friends.
Pat & Holly Beals
September 3, 2022
Condolences to family and friends.
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