Donald J. Dykstra, age 61, of Schererville, IN, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2011. Beloved husband of Donna, nee Stoub; loving father of Adam (Kim) and Jill Dykstra; cherished grandfather of Brayden, Christian, and Leona; dear brother of Charles (Sharon) and Robert (Debra) Dykstra; kind uncle of several nephews and nieces. Visitation Wednesday, August 24, 2011 from 2:00 " 8:00 p.m. at the Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Pleasant Springs Lane & Rt.30) Dyer, IN 46311. Funeral service Thursday, August 25, 2011 " 10:00 a.m. at Faith Church, 100 " 81st Ave., Dyer, IN with Rev. Bob Bouwer officiating. Interment, Oak Ridge Cemetery " Lansing, IL. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Illiana Christian High School (2261 Indiana Ave., Lansing, IL 60438) appreciated. Mr. Dykstra was a member of Faith Church and an employee of Illiana Christian High School.