MENDOTA – John M. Hasse, 66, of Mendota, passed away April 11, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of Life will take place Monday, April 21, 2025, from 4-7 p.m. at the Mendota VFW. John generously donated his body to science for the advancement of medical research. Cremation rites will then be accorded, and the scattering ceremony will be private. Wasmer Funeral Home is privileged to assist the family.

John was born Aug. 13, 1958, in Mendota, to Dennis and Donna (Appel) Hasse. He graduated from Mendota High School in 1977.

He will be forever missed by his mother, Donna Hasse of Mendota; daughter, Meagan Hasse of Mendota; grandson, Malakai; three sisters, Connie Serrano of Mendota, Dawn Hasse Larkin of Mendota and Lorie Corrigan of Ft. Myers, Fla., “little sister” Rachel Green of Mendota; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father.

John was a life member of Mendota VFW Post 4079 Auxiliary and Mendota Moose Lodge 714. During his work career as a welder/laborer he was employed with Mayrath, NL Morton Buildings, Rochelle Fabrication and NTL Boilermaker.

Memorials may be directed to donor’s choice and condolences may be left at wasmerfuneralhome.com.