Gary Robert Mershon

Gary Robert Mershon, 74, of Lindenwood, IL passed away on February 18, 2018 at Serenity Hospice and Home Oregon, IL. He was born in Iowa City, IA April 7, 1943 to Earl Mershon and Jean Gould Mershon. He was an avid camper and did so for 40 years with the “Kings of the Road”. He also loved gardening, woodworking and going to the coffee shop with the boys. He was a member of Horicon Lodge #244 A.F. & A.M. , Rochelle, IL. He is survived by his wife, Beverly; of Lindenwood, 5 children; Cindy (Todd) Furman of Rochelle, Christine (Steve Miller) Mershon of Rockford, Gary (Cathy) Mershon Jr. of Rockford, Tim (Michelle) Mershon of Rockford and Jodi (Sam) Thomas of Oregon; 1 sister; Julie (Steve) Reineck of Rochelle; 1 brother; Doug (Nancy) Mershon of Madrid IA; as well as 17 Grandchildren and 14 Great Grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Chucky Mershon. Memorial Services will be held at Beverage-Lyons Family Funeral Home on 704 N. 6th Street in Rochelle, IL Friday, February 23rd 2018 at 7:00 p.m. with a memorial visitation from 5:00 p.m. till the time of service. Memorials may be directed to the Serenity Hospice House1658 IL Rt.2 Oregon, IL. 61061. www.beveragelyonsfamilyfh.com