Jerilyn Bilyeu

Jerilyn Bilyeu, 50, of Marseilles passed away Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Illinois Valley Community Hospital.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am Thursday, August 31, 2017 at St. Columba Church with Rev. David Kipfer officiating. Visitation will be 4:00 - 7:00 pm Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at Ottawa Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Columba Cemetery.

Jerilyn was born December 26, 1966 in Ottawa, Illinois to Donald and Donna (Anderson) Mulinazzi. She married Dana Bilyeu May 30, 1987. She was a recruiter in the HR department for OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center for 14 years. Jerilyn and her husband, Dana, own Bilyeu Seamless Gutters for 27 years. Jerilyn was a dedicated wife and mom, she was the most kind, patient, thoughtful, forgiving and fun loving person you could ever meet. Everyone who met her instantly fell in love with her infectious smile and laugh. She has always been her children's number one fan and supported them in every aspect of each of their lives whether it be school, sports or any other endeavor.

She is survived by her loving husband, Dana; five children, Jessica, McKenzie, Jacob, Ryan, and Bryce; her parents; Donald and Donna Mulinazzi; one brother, Daniel (Meggan, nephews Anthony and Samuel) Mulinazzi; and her favorite dog, Max.

Pallbearers will be John Bilyeu, Bob Hauge, Brian Mccallum, Brad Bentlin , Jeff Owens and John Pitsenbarger.

Memorials may be directed to her family.