IL SR1273

Recognizes Wendt Funeral Home as one of the oldest funeral homes in the United States, originally established in 1866 by cabinetmaker J. Robert Earler.

Documents the business's six-generation family ownership history, from J. Robert Earler through his son-in-law August H. Wendt and subsequent family members, currently operated by Earl Wendt IV.

Notes the funeral home relocated from Port Byron to a Queen Anne Victorian house in Moline, where it continues to operate under current ownership.

Acknowledges Earl Wendt IV graduated from Worsham School of Mortuary in 1983 and took over the business following his father's passing.

Commends the Wendt Funeral Home for its longstanding community service and credits its success to family values of compassion, professionalism, and attention to detail.