Michael Jon Hofstra

Michael Jon Hofstra, age 25, of South Holland, IL, went home to be with his Lord after a six week fight with melanoma. Michael loved music, was loved by many, and had a heart as big as his smile. He is survived by his parents: Gary and Gayle Hofstra; one brother: Chad Hofstra; two sisters: Jodi Hofstra and Katie Hofstra; grandparents: John and Shirley Hofstra and Frank and Joanne Groen; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation, Tuesday, October 12, 2010 from 2:00 " 8:00 p.m. at the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt. 6/159th St.) South Holland. Funeral service, Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 6:00 PM. at the First Reformed Church of South Holland, 15924 South Park Ave., South Holland, IL with Rev. Matt Waterstone officiating.