Viola M Mehrer

VIOLA M. MEHRER, 96, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 7:05 am, Sunday, July 9, 2023 at Three Springs Lodge Nursing Home, Chester, Illinois.

She was born to the late Frank and Elda (nee Misselhorn) Draves on June 23, 1927 in Chester, Illinois.

Viola married Elmer E. Mehrer on March 28, 1946 in Chester, Illinois; he preceded her in death in January 29, 2007.

She had worked as a Lab Technician at Gilster Mary-Lee Corporation.

Viola was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Chester. She was also a life member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary in Chester and was an avid bingo player.

Survivors:

1 Son:

Gene Mehrer Chester, IL

1 Sister:

Helen Clendenin Chester, IL

2 Grandchildren:

Allen Mehrer and Addam Mehrer

2 Step Grandchildren:

Cathy Steffans and Cheryl Steffans

4 Great Grandchildren:

Adrian Mehrer, Nathan Mehrer, Aaden Mehrer and Carsen Mehrer

Preceded in Death by: Parents, Husband, 1 Daughter – Janet Mehrer, 1 Brother – Arvel Draves and 1 Daughter-in-law – Barbara Mehrer

Funeral Service:

1:00 pm, Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Officiating:

Minister Deb Rathert

Interment:

Evergreen Cemetery

Chester, Illinois

Visitation:

Tuesday – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

In Lieu of Flowers the family wishes that memorials be made to Peace Lutheran Church in Chester.