With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John Stephenitch of Mendota, Illinois, who passed away on March 13, 2023 at the age of 63. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Stephenitch to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Richard Stephenitch and Rosemary Stephenitch (Shannon). He is survived by : his girlfriend Teresa File Dorsey; his siblings, Kathi Sheridan (Bob) of Mendota, Peggy Joerger (Dave) of Ballwin, Patty Contreras (Ron) of Houston, Barb Notz (Chris) of Springfield, Jim Stephenitch of Mendota and Gene Stephenitch (Cindy) of Mendota; and his nieces and nephews, Jody Noble (Jake), Mike Dorsey (Jeanette), Brian Dorsey (Amy), Jared Hitchins (Taylor) and Tonya Alff (Ross). He is also survived by grandchildren and special great granddaughter.

Memorials may be directed to Illinois Valley Animal Rescue or the donor's charity of choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Merritt Funeral Home