Illinois Valley Family Owned Businesses
Keeping it in the Family...
Laura Vaessen and Al Cioni of Al Cioni Ford in Granville
est. 1851
Generation After Generation!
Al Cioni Ford In business since 1968!
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Al Cioni Ford The Grassers Chris Davis, (left to right) Mike Grasser, Heather Grasser-Davis, Gary Grasser, Brad Grasser, Jack Grasser carry on the family-owned business. Grasser’s Plumbing and Heating. Grasser’s is open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. 12 p.m. Saturday. The business is located at 404 W. Main St., McNabb. Grasser’s offers heating and air conditioning systems, appliances, geothermal, refrigeration, plumbing fixtures, fireplaces and so much more. The business can be reached at (815)-882-2111 or toll-free at (800)-664-9238. Visit Grasser’s for prompt service, affordable prices and free estimates.
At Al Cioni Ford you’ll find a No Stress, Hassle Free Buying Experience Where There is Service After the Sale! Al Cioni Ford has been putting customer satisfaction first since 1968. Our Granville, Illinois dealership has been owned and operated by the Cioni family for over 50 years; you might say delivering top-notch sales and service is in our DNA. Owner Al Cioni says, “Making sure our customers are happy is what everyone who works here strives for. It takes real teamwork to make it happen. From our staff who answer our phones to our sales team and technicians, everyone plays a part in customer satisfaction.” Come and see for yourself what being a part of the Al Cioni Family is all about! There’s No Baloney At Al Cioni Ford! Pictured above is three generations from left to right.
No Stress, Hassle Free Buying Experience
SM-LA1790923
Where There is Service After the Sale!
No Baloney at Al Cioni
Family Owned Since 1968
Available At
Al Cioni alcioniford.com
504 SOUTH MCCOY | GRANVILLE | 815-339-2511
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The Witek Family has operated as LPL Financial since 1986. Beginning in 2020 the firm has changed its name to Witek Wealth Management. Ron Witek joined the securities industry in 1968. He was joined by his sons Mark (in 1983) and Steve (1985) and his daughter Kristy (1994). Witek Wealth Management offers personalized and impartial investment strategies based on clients’ financial objectives, risk performances and tax considerations. Their products and services include quality nonproprietary investments, including mutual funds, stocks, bonds, variable and fixed annuities and estate, business, tax, college and retirement planning. Witek Wealth Management is located at 613 First St., La Salle. They also hold office hours at Streator Onized Credit Union and Financial Plus Credit Union in Peru, Ottawa and Mendota. Visit the website at : witekwealthmanagement.com or follow them on Twitter: Witekwealth. Pictured from left are Sue Heider, Mark Witek-CFP, Steven Witek-CFP, Kristy Pytel, and Amy Noy.
At Witek Wealth Management
our mission is to have a positive impact on the lives of our clients by helping them achieve their financial goals. Our dedicated team provides clients with independent, objective advice that assists them in making prudent investment and financial decisions.
Mark Witek, CFP
Kristy Pytel
Steven Witek, CFP
Maze Lumber From the first time lumber was sent down the Illinois and Michigan Canal to a bustling Illinois Valley, Maze Lumber has been servicing customers with quality building products to meet every need. Providing everything from flooring to roofing and everything in between, Maze Lumber has everything for your home improvement needs.
Your Plans. Our Products. Quality Results.
+ Lumber + Fireplaces + Roofing + Tools + Siding + Hardware + Decking + Fixtures + Landscaping + Plumbing apin ap ing in + Cabinetryy + Stone + Framing & More + Drywall
Building Trust with Pros & Do-It-Yourselfers
Since 1848
613 First Street • La Salle • 815.223.3332 witekwealthmanagement.com Registered Representatives with and Securities and Advisory Services offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor. SM-LA1794364
Member FINRA & SIPC
Along Peru’s Historic Riverfront | 1100 Water St. | Peru | mazelumber.com
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The Witeks
The Kettmans
The Prydes
After 54 years in the business, Kettman Heating and Plumbing knows how to help with all your plumbing, air conditioning, heating and generator needs. From residential and commercial service to restaurant equipment & refrigeration needs, Call the Man in the Orange and White Van! The Kettmans, Craig, Kory, and Kim, are experts when it comes to York, American Standard, and Amana products. They, and their staff of HVAC experts, will be happy to help, with trucks stocked and ready to go, any time, day or night. For more information, call Kettman’s at (815) 339-6124 or visit their website at www.kettmanheating.com
The oldest body shop in the La Salle-Peru area, La Salle Body and Fender was founded in 1952 by William Pryde. His grandson, also William Pryde, took over the business in 2007 from Danny Pryde and maintains the quality of work that continues to earn customers’ trust and lives up to the company’s slogan, “We take Pryde in our work”. All paint jobs and body work come with a warranty. La Salle Body and Fender offers 24-hour towing service and can provide complete auto body repairs on any vehicle from motorcycles to semis. They work with all insurance companies. For a free estimate, call (815) 223-0598 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Saturday. They are located at 140 Crosat St., La Salle.
Look for the Man in the Orange & White Van! We can help you with your: • Air Cond/Furnace/Boiler Sales & Service • Plumbing Remodels & Service
WE ARE YOUR COLLISION SPECIALISTS
• Generator Sales & Service • Water Heater Sales & Service • Water Softeners & RO System • Commercial Refrigeration Sales and Service
OVER 53 YEARS of Service
Family owned since 1952 Painting • Body Repair • 24 Hour Towing
“We Take Pryde in Our Work.”
107 E. Harrison St., Granville www.kettmanheating.com
815-339-6124
SM-LA1790929
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140 Crosat St., LaSalle • 815-223-0598 SM-LA1796496
For expert chiropractic care for the whole family, visit Marty Chiropractic in Lostant. The family-run business (98 years) today is run by Dr. Rhonda Marty-Anderson, a third-generation chiropractor, and her husband, Dr. Eric W. Anderson. Dr. Anderson is a 1991 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and specializes in sports injuries and extremities. Dr. Marty-Anderson is a 1993 Palmer graduate who followed her grandfather and father, both Dr. E.G. Marty in the practice. Dr. Marty-Anderson earned her diploma in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics and pregnancy. Visit their office located at the intersection of Route 18 and Route 251 next to Bullhead’s Restaurant.
The Ptaks Ptak Funeral Home, Cremation Services and Monuments has proudly served grieving families in the Illinois Valley since 1907. Tom and Mark Ptak (from left) have carried on the traditions of service with dignity from their grandfather, founder Louis M. Ptak, leading the horsedrawn procession in the photo. From secular and religious services to prearrangements to cremation at very affordable prices, the Ptak brothers can meet all your family’s needs. To make prearrangements or inquire about other services, contact the Ptak brothers at (815) 223-0172 or visit the website at ptakfh.com.
Compassionate & Caring Service
www.PtakFH.com
Helping Families Connect, Honor & Remember with Funerals as Unique as Your Life.
In our family’s 3rd generation of serving the community. Tom Ptak and Mark Ptak have over 65 years of combined experience.
1026 Fourth St. • Peru, IL 61354 815-223-0172 • info@ptakfh.com
Feel the Difference Chiropractic Can Make in Your Life
MARTY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Eric Anderson CCSP
(Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician)
Dr. Rhonda Marty-Anderson, DICCP (Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics)
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815-368-3421 | Lostant Corner of Route 18 & 251 | Exit 41 on Interstate 39
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The Debos
The Hursts John, Hayden, and Niki Hurst of Hurst Funeral Homes La Salle-Peru continue the tradition of service established by Arthur Hurst more than 68 years ago. Hurst Funeral Homes serves all faiths and also provides pre-paid services and pre-arranged trusts to give families comfort and peace of mind. The Hurst family strives to serve their clients’ needs and best interests, and to make the experience as comfortable and emotionally reassuring as possible. Hurst Funeral Homes La Salle-Peru has its main office at 650 Fifth St. (Fifth and Marquette Streets), La Salle. It also has offices in Ladd, Tonica and Wenona. Hurst Funeral Homes can be reached at (815) 223-0380 or by visiting the main office.
Mike Debo is pictured next to his daughter Dana Debo-Kuhne along with his grandson Hudson Kuhne. Debo Ace Hardware has been a fixture in downtown Peru for over 80 years. Located at 1713 Fourth St., the Peru business was established by Mike’s grandfather, Harry Debo, in 1938. Dana is the fourth generation in the family business. They are committed to being “the helpful place” by offering their customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products. Services offered include window and screen repair, key cutting, hunting and fishing licenses, propane tank exchange and a sharpening service. For top brands like Weber, Traeger, Big Green Egg, Stihl, EGO, Toro, YETI, and Benjamin Moore, Debo Ace Hardware is the place. You can reach the business at (815) 223-0461 and follow “Debo Ace Hardware” on Facebook.
Voted #1
Respected Funeral Home
Family Serving Families
We understand the difficulty of losing a loved one. Hurst Funeral Home will look after all the details and help your family through this difficult time.
Take Your Grill Game To a New Level Stop in and check them out.
Family Serving Families SM-LA1796997
LaSalle-Peru • Ladd • Tonica • Wenona
Debo Ace Hardware
1713 4th Street, Peru • 815-223-0461 • www.acehardware.com HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 7-5:30 • Fri.-Sat. 7-5 • Closed Sun
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The Waylands
The Suarezes Koolmaster is located at 300 Second St., La Salle. Vince Suarez began working at Koolmaster Awning Co. in 1954 after serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Suarez purchased the business in 1969 and ever since, the Suarez family and Koolmaster have been synonymous. Today, Koolmaster is owned by Vince and Joan Suarez’s eight children with six involved in its day-to-day operations. The staff at Koolmaster includes (from left) Mike Suarez, Dave Suarez, Julie Moore, Steve Suarez, Jeff Suarez and Pete Suarez. Now in its third generation, Koolmaster and the Suarezes have grown into the Illinois Valley’s leading supplier of premium home exterior products. From windows and doors to soffit and gutters, Koolmaster supplies do-it-yourself homeowners and contractors alike. Koolmaster also provides installation of these products as well as custom glass showers, patio roofs, and more. The business can be reached at (815) 223-8972.
Thank you for allowing Koolmaster to serve you with top quality products & services for the past 66 years.
Hollow Vinyl Siding Solid Core Vinyl
Solid Vinyl / Replacement Windows: So • RReinforced • Easy to clean construction co • Bow & bays Custom fit & • Cu • All styles & finishes ininstalled • Ins Insulated thermal glass
Aluminum & Steel Siding ng Aluminum Gutter & Overhang
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Entrance Doors Aluminum Storm Doors Storm Windows
300 Second Street • LaSalle 815-223-8972 • koolmasterco.com
Insurance products issued by Principal National Life Insurance Co. (except in NY), Principal Life Insurance Co., and the companies available through the Preferred Product Network Inc. Securities and advisory products offered through Principal Securities Inc., (800) 247-1737, member SIPC. Principal National, Principal Life, the Preferred Product Network and Principal Securities Inc. are members of the Principal Financial Group®, Des Moines, IA 50392. Kathleen Wayland, Principal National and Principal Life Financial Representative, Principal Securities Registered Representative, Financial Advisor. Wayland Financial Group is not an affiliate of any company of the Principal Financial Group®. 814889-042021.
Management Professional Services, Inc.
Management Professional Services, Inc. provides insurance products to corporate clients. Jack Wayland maintains an office at 613 First St., La Salle, IL and he has been active with insurance related products for more than 50 years. The business offers life insurance, disability and annuities used in estate planning and supplemental retirement plans. The business also offers advisor services in deferred compensation plans and in the qualified plan market. Jack Wayland continues to service over 1,500 policyholders with Northwestern Mutual. Outside of his work, he is also an integral part of the Illinois Valley community, serving roles in many organizations. He currently is a member of St. Patrick’s Church in La Salle. For over 25 years, he has been a board member with the La Salle County Health Department. He is a member of the Advisory Board for Bridges, Department of Aging Office in La Salle. He has served as past president or board member of Hometown National Bank, the Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce and the State of Illinois Health Facilities planning board. He was a 20-year member of the US Government Central Illinois Selective Service System Board. He has the CLU, Chartered Life Underwriters and ChFC, Chartered Financial Consultant accreditation from the American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He is also a Million Dollar Round Table Member for over 40 years. Jack has a master’s degree in business management from Northern Illinois University and a B.S. degree from Fordham University. Call Jack at (815) 223-7590 for more information.
Hey! You Can See Your Company’s Future From Here.
Life Has Sharp Turns. Let’s Get You Prepared Today.
As a growing business you’re always looking for an advantage. That’s where Wayland Financial Group can help. For over 10 years, we’ve been helping businesses of all sizes reach the next level. From medical and life insurance to employee stock plans and comprehensive retirement solutions, we’ll help you put together a benefits package that is tailored to your needs. And we’ll give you a level of personal attention that you deserve. After all, when you’re making your way to the top, we figure you can use every edge you can get.
Management Professional Services, Inc. specializes in group insurance benefits. The corporation has been serving clients like you since 1972. We provide you with Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Business Insurance and Estate Planning Needs.
Kathleen Wayland Wayland Financial Group
613 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-1889
Insurance products issued by Principal Financial Group® are issued by Principal National Life Ins Co (except in NY). Principal Life Ins. Co. Securities and advisory products offered through Principal Securities, Inc. 800/247-1737. Member SIPC. Principal National, Principal Life and Principal Securities are members of the Principal Financial group, Principal Securities, Des Moines, IA 50392. Kathleen Wayland, Principal National and Principal Life Financial Representative, Principal Securities Registered Representative. Financial Advisor. Wayland Financial Group is not an affiliate of any company of the Principal Financial Group®. 813983-042021
Jack Wayland, CLU, ChFC Management Professional Services, Inc.
613 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-223-7590
SM-LA1797006
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Wayland Financial Group
Kathleen Wayland, LUTCF, of Wayland Financial Group focuses on retirement planning in the qualified plan market, 401(k)/ 403(b) plans and pension plans. Kathleen has worked as a financial professional since 2006. The Wayland Financial Group believes that a retirement plan is one of the most important benefits offered to employees. They help with plan design, investment options and services to help meet their clients’ needs. Kathleen works to engage employees and help move them into action. This involves thoughtful planning and execution; which is why it is important to work with experienced, objective professionals who can provide the necessary assistance to both employers and their retirement plan participants. Call Kathleen at (815) 224-1889 for more information on retirement planning including 401(k), pensions and IRA Rollovers.
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The Hueneburgs The Hammers The Hammers Family, representing 3 generations serving the Illinois Valley for over 28 years. Hammers Hearing Care Center has locations in LaSalle, Mendota, Ottawa, and Princeton. The Hammers Family shown above (left) Tim, Christa Hammers and children Hazel and Henry (top center) Nick, Lisa Hammers and boys Isaac, (seated in front) Griffin, Lincoln and Eli. (right) Kyle, Tricia Mudge and children Dugan and Molly. (Seated in center) Gary & Julie Hammers, owners of Hammers Hearing Care Center. Gary, Julie, Tim, Tricia and Nick are all licensed Hearing Instrument Specialists. Open Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm. For all offices call (815) 224 2445 or (800) 937-2609 or email : hammershearing@yahoo.com LET OUR FAMILY HELP YOUR FAMILY
For 40 years Hueneburg Financial Group has offered area residents no-nonsense information, advice and solutions to life’s financial questions. Alex Hueneburg began his career in financial services in 1978. In 1997, with his son Alec as his partner, they established Hueneburg Financial Group at 601 Second St., La Salle. Stacy Newell joined the agency in 1999. As residents themselves, Alex, Alec and Stacy appreciate and understand the every-day challenges people of the Illinois Valley face. They provide each client with the time and personal attention one deserves from a financial professional. Whether you are just starting out and have questions about what you should be doing, are an employer trying to determine employee benefits, or are about to retire and need a long-term plan for managing your nest egg, Hueneburg Financial Group is here for you. Let their experience and expertise help you navigate through seemingly endless options to develop a plan to suit you. Please call (815) 224-1638 to schedule an appointment.
A Hearing Family You Can Trust!
Here Comes Retirement,
Servicing ALL hearing aid makes and models
Ready or Not. Make sure you’re ready with a comprehensive plan. Talk to one of our Investment Advisor Representatives*. We can help you prepare for the future.
Call TODAY for your FREE HEARING SCREENING 1-800-937-2609
Hammers Hearing Care Center Family Owned & Operated Since 1992
645 1st St • LaSalle 504 Main St • Princeton 747 E Etna Rd • Ottawa 901 Main St • Mendota hammershearing.com 815-224-2445 SM-LA1797118
ALEC HUENEBURG
STACY NEWELL
ALEX HUENEBURG
HUENEBURG
Financial Group
601 2nd Street • La Salle • Illinois • 815-224-1638 *Securities and Investment Advisory services offered through SagePoint Financial, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC and a registered investment advisor. Alec Hueneburg and Stacy Newell, Investment Advisor Representatives/Registered Representatives. Hueneburg Financial Group is not affiliated with SagePoint Financial, Inc. or registered as a broker-dealer or investment advisor.