David A. Nydam, age 64, of the Historic area of Pullman in Chicago, IL passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 13, 2017. Husband of Tina Nydam, nee Utley. Father of Emily and Katy Nydam. Son of Marjorie and the late August Nydam. Brother of Mark (Lynn) Nydam and the late Doug (Sandra Monroe) Nydam. Uncle of Luke and Steve. Visitation Thursday, September 21, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Community Church, 16341 South Park Ave., South Holland, IL with Rev. Alfonzo Surrett and Rev. Sid Mauldin officiating. Mr. Nydam was the owner of Dave’s Muffler and Brake Shop in Calumet Park, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to Compassion International (12290 Voyager Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80921). Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com.