Mt. Morris, IL, Vernon Leon McGuire, age 71, passed away in his home on Saturday August 24, 2019. Vernon was born on March 16, 1948 in Mendota, IL the son of Robert & Ila (Musser) McGuire. Vernon served in the United States Marine Corps during Vietnam. He worked for E.D. Etnyre for 35 years as a welder/foreman. Vernon loved to play the guitar and sing, fish, his time with family and friends was the highlight of his life. He is a lifetime resident of Mt. Morris. Vernon is survived by his 3 children: Victoria McGuire, Rock Falls, IL, Cecilia McGuire, Mt. Morris, IL, Vernon McGuire Jr., Tucson, AZ; 3 grandchildren: Ashley Paddie, Mt. Morris, IL, Cameron Pasley, Mt. Morris, IL, Karley Niehoff, Mt. Morris; 3 great grandchildren; 1 sister: Harriett "Tootie" Kelchner, Mendota, IL. Vernon is preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers: Robert and William McGuire, and 1 sister: Nettie McGuire. Memorial services will be held on Friday August 30, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. in Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris, IL with Rev. Frank Lay officiating. Visitation will be held at 1:00 P.M. until service time in Finch Funeral Home. Memorial to be established.