Janell Ann Meyer, 74, of Delavan, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026 at her home.

She was born on Dec. 1, 1951 in Jacksonville, a daughter of Narlis and Shirley (Day) Hodge. Janell married Dave Meyer on March 18, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nev.. He survives.

She is also survived by her two daughters, Monica Brennan of Peoria and Richell (Jared) Smith of Groveland; three step-daughters, Megan Boyden of Estero, Fla., Michelle (Jason) Farenbach of Bixby, Okla., and Melissa (Eric) Bogle of Wesley Chapel, Fla.; niece, like a daughter, Kerris Osborn of Jacksonville; nephew, like a son, Dewey Osborn of Berkley Springs, West Va.; her beloved grandchildren, Riley and Raegan Brennan and Brennan (Glory), whom Janell adored, and Joel Smith; her sister, Narleen Owens of Jacksonville; her sister-in-law, Cheryl Hodge of Versailles; and five nieces and nephews, Tim Hodge, Bodie Hodge, Rudy Hodge, Cassie DeVries and Alexis Briggs.

Janell was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Rich Brennan; and one brother, Jimmy Hodge.

She was a graduate of Jacksonville High School, Class of 1969.

Janell loved her “little bit of paradise” at her home in Delavan. She loved being on the pontoon which she called “Blue Jay”. Janell was the ultimate host to everyone.

She was a member of Valley Chapel in Green Valley, where she served in many areas. Janell especially loved serving in Sunday school, VBS and Mom’s Day Out. She was known as the “Candy Lady” to all the kids.

Janell’s family has arranged a celebration of life service at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026 at Valley Chapel in Green Valley.
Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Valley Chapel, 5903 Chapel Road, Green Valley, Illinois 61534.