Herbert R. Markus, age 78, of South Holland, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2008. Mr. Markus is survived by his wife: Phyllis nee Stier; three sons: David (Deborah), Jim (Kathy) and Michael (Andrea) Markus; nine grandchildren: Richard, Bob, Robbie, Sarah, Justin, Joey, Morgan, Nicholas, and Catheryn; one brother: Gilbert (Wanda) Markus. Visitation Friday, March 22, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home 649 E. 162nd St. (159th/Rt.6) South Holland, IL. Funeral Service Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church (245 E. 138th St. Dolton, IL) with services conducted by Rev. Michael Udoekong. Interment Cedar Park Cemetery " Calumet Park, IL. Mr. Markus was a Korean War Army Veteran and has been retired from Acme Steel for 20 years. Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church. For Further Information: 708-333-7000 or www.smitsfuneralhomes.com