Dennis R. Meredith

Dennis Ray Meredith, 73, of Mackinaw, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Carle Health BroMenn Medical Center. He was born in Carmi, Illinois on June 10, 1952, to Everett and Wanda (Jackson) Meredith.

He is preceded in death by his brother John Meredith.

Dennis is survived by his two daughters: Star (Mark) Smith and Misty (Tim) Heady. Also surviving are his two brothers: Ron (Cindy) Meredith and Terry Meredith; his two sisters: Linda Eggen and Janie (Gene) Winkler; sister-in-law, Sue Meredith; and 5 grandchildren.

Den, Denny, Smokey, however you knew him you know that he loved big. His family and friends meant the world to him. Den was a machinist at Caterpillar for 30 years. He volunteered at TAPS animal shelter. He loved fishing, whether it was a tournament or a casual trip. He spent years on a motorcycle, and his love for music is one thing that we can all agree was a passion. He will be missed by all of his family and friends.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Dennis on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Deer Creek American Legion starting at 1pm. Memorial donations may be made to T.A.P.S. No-Kill Animal Shelter, or to the Deer Creek Americal Legion.

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