Gertrude Rinsema

Gertrude Rinsema, age 94, of South Holland, IL, formerly of Highland, IN passed away on Friday, October 15, 2010. Beloved wife of the late George Rinsema; loving mother of Judd(Linda) Rinsema , Clyde(Beth) Rinsema, and Lois(David) Smits; cherished grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 19; dear sister of the late Burt(Ella) Van Prooyen and sister-in-law of Carolyn(Guert) Van Hal, Jacob(late Jean) Rinsema, and the late Leon(Norma) Rinsema. Her ministry of service to all through meals and gifts of food highlighted a walk of faith through her sweet and caring spirit. Visitation, Monday, October 18, 2010 from 3:00 " 8:00 p.m. at the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt. 6/159th St.) South Holland. Funeral service, Tuesday, October 19, 2010 at 1:00 PM. at New Life Christian Reformed Church, 3010 Ridge Road, Highland, IN, with services conducted by Rev. John Witvliet. Interment, Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens " Schererville, IN. Memorial Contributions may be given to Elim Christian Services, 13020 S. Central Ave. Palos Heights, IL 60463. For Further Information 708-333-7000 or www.smitsfh.com.