Eugene "Gene" DesRocher's obituary , Passed away on May 23, 2026 in Mendota, Illinois

Eugene "Gene" DesRocher

December 16, 1928 - May 23, 2026 (97 years old)

Mendota, Illinois

Eugene "Gene" DesRocher's obituary , Passed away on May 23, 2026 in Mendota, Illinois

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Eugene "Gene" DesRocher

December 16, 1928 - May 23, 2026 (97 years old)

Mendota, Illinois

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Eugene DesRocher Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Eugene DesRocher (Mendota, Illinois), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Eugene left this world on May 23, 2026 at the age of 97, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Eugene DesRocher or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As Eugene departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Eugene. Though Eugene may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alex DesRocher and Alice DesRocher (LaBonne); and his son-in-law Bill Mueller. He is survived by: his wife Pat; his children, Vickie Jo Mueller and Mark DesRocher (Vickie); his grandchildren, Christina "Dena" Mueller and Shaun DesRocher; and his great grandchildren, Nazareth and Lucas DesRocher.

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June 02

Visitation

Community United Methodist Church
73 N Main St, La Moille, IL 61330

Tue

June 02

Funeral service

Community United Methodist Church
73 N Main St, La Moille, IL 61330

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