John Merlin William Avery Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John Merlin William Avery of Pekin, Illinois, born in Beardstown, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 100, on December 26, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Merlin William Avery to show support.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes

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Preston-Hanley Funeral Home & Crematory
500 N 4th St, Pekin, IL 61554

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Preston-Hanley Funeral Home & Crematory
500 N 4th St, Pekin, IL 61554

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Glendale Memorial Gardens
18119 IL-9, Pekin, IL 61554

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