H.F. Gehant Bank

H.F. Gehant Bank was established on June 11, 1897, under the original name H. F. Gehant Banking Co. The bank underwent several changes throughout its history, including a shift in its trust powers, which were initially limited as of October 15, 1976, and eventually changed to none on January 26, 2012. On July 15, 1992, the bank's main office was relocated to 2514 Johnson Street in West Brooklyn, Illinois. The institution continued to operate until March 20, 2020, when it merged with First State Bank in Mendota, Illinois, marking the end of its independent operations.

Below is a list of some important events in banks history, including mergers and acquisitions.

1897-06-11Institution established. Original name: H. F. Gehant Banking Co..

1976-10-15Changed Trust Powers to Limited.

1992-07-15Main Office moved to 2514 Johnson Street, West Brooklyn, IL 61378.

2012-01-26Changed Trust Powers to None.

2020-03-20Merged and became part of First State Bank in Mendota, IL.