Thomas J. Silzer, age 66, of South Holland, IL, passed away Monday, August 15, 2011. Beloved husband of Gail E. Silzer nee Olson. Devoted father of Kristie (Tony) Palomo and Keith Silzer. Proud grandfather of Daniel, Michael, and Victoria. Dearest brother of Robert Silzer and Sandra (John) Pearson. Preceded in death by his parents John and Ethel Silzer. Visitation Friday, August 19, 2011 from 2:00 " 8:00 p.m. at the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.) South Holland, IL. Funeral Service Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church (651 E. 165th St. South Holland, IL 60473) with Rev. Beverly L. Conway officiating. Interment Homewood Memorial Gardens Cemetery " Homewood, IL. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Redeemer Lutheran Church in South Holland, IL. For further information please contact 708-333-7000.