Harry A. Gouwens, age 83, of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 10, 2016. Beloved husband of Irene (Rogalski) Gouwens. Dear father of Vicki Gouwens and Tim (Kim) Gouwens. Loving grandfather of Kyle and Tyler Gouwens. Brother of Herman Gouwens. Mr. Gouwens was a retired mechanical engineer and was a Korean War Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient. Private Family services were held. Arrangements entrusted to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home. For further info please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com