Patricia Ann Paarlberg

Patricia Ann Paarlberg , age 64, of South Holland, IL passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 29, 2024.  Beloved wife of the late Stephen Randolph “Randy” Gretz.  Loving mother of Peter Stevens and Andrew (Elizabeth) Stevens.  Devoted grandmother of Theodore Stevens.  Dear sister of Larry (Marcia) Paarlberg and Susan (Terry) Klinker.  Kind aunt of several nieces and nephews and dear family member and friend to many others.  Preceded in death by her parents Howard and Alma (nee VanderGiessen) Paarlberg.

Tricia was a retired educator and teacher having taught previously at Calvin Christian School, Timothy Christian School and Trinity Christian College. She was a very caring and generous person always looking out for others. She loved to travel with family and friends and loved taking care of her dogs.  Above all else, she loved spending time with her family and being a part of their lives.

A memorial visitation will take place with family and friends on Friday, January 3, 2025 from 3:00 – 7:00 P.M. in the fellowship room at First Reformed Church, 15924 South Park Ave., South Holland, IL.  A Celebration of Life service will take place on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary at First Reformed Church with services conducted by Rev. Jim Oord. A livestream of the service can be found on First Reformed Church's YouTube page at: First Reformed Church YouTube page

Memorial contributions may be given to First Reformed Church of South Holland ( https://www.frcsh.org/ ) or Calvin Christian School ( https://www.calvinschool.org/ )

Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – South Holland, IL. For further information, please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com