Theodore J. Sykes, age 93, late of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully Friday, December 23, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Sykes. Dear brother of Jeanne S. Tyrrell. Cherished friend of Cathy (Marcel) Arenz. Preceded in death by his parents Julian and Josephine Sykes. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in South Holland, IL with Rev. Anthony Talarico officiating. Interment Friday, January 6, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery - Elwood, IL.