Minnie W. Unger
Apr 27, 2026
Minnie Unger, born August 16, 1937, entered eternal rest in the comforting arms of her Savior April 27, 2026. She was the seventh of eight children born to Reverend Theodore Williams, Sr., and Eunice James Williams, and from her earliest years, she embraced her family’s deep tradition of faith in Jesus Christ. Minnie gave her life to the Lord as...
Phyllis Kay Jabaay
Apr 28, 2026
Phyllis Kay Jabaay, nee, Rispens, age 90, of Schererville, IN, formerly of Lansing, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Dorn Jabaay. Loving mother of James (Patti) Jabaay, Linda (Doug) Sluiter, Keith Jabaay, and Denise (David) Poole. Devoted grandmother of James (Toni) Jabaay Jr., Joel (Courtney) Jabaay, Bethanni (Brandon)...
Alfred Paul Brassea
Apr 26, 2026
Alfred “Al” Paul Brassea, age 93, of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 26, 2026. Beloved long-time partner of Joan Offutt. Loving father of Colette (John) Kapost and Danielle (Don) Migler. Cherished grandfather of Ally and C.J. and great-grandfather of Abel and Audrey. Dear brother of George (Gladyce) Brassea Sr. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in...
Linda J. Kammert
Apr 22, 2026
**CSX Railroad will close U.S. 30 at their crossing between Hart St and Calumet Ave on Monday, April 27 during which all lanes of U.S. 30 will be closed at the railroad crossing for approximately 6 days while CSX conducts work on their crossing. From the west use Glenwood/Lansing Rd to Calumet Ave, turn right on Calumet Ave heading south...
Adam C Broccardo
Apr 20, 2026
Adam C. Broccardo, age 50, of Steger, Illinois, passed away Monday, April 20, 2026. Beloved son of Janice Broccardo and the late Donald Broccardo. Loving brother of Dana (Rick) Ranieri and Amy (Ted) Knoll. Cherished uncle of Sarah (Brian) Green, Kaitlyn (Mike) Richardson, Alyssa Ranieri, Arianna Knoll, and Peyton Knoll. Dear father of Destiny and grandfather of Ariyana, Madelynn, Greyson,...
Sandra Mae Oppenhuis
Apr 20, 2026
Sandra Oppenhuis, nee Swart, age 83, of Lynwood, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026. Beloved wife of the late William R. Oppenhuis. Loving mother of Mike (Linda) Oppenhuis, Michelle (Steven) Van Beek, Ross (Lori) Oppenhuis, and Rob (Kimberly) Oppenhuis. Proud grandmother of Drew (Kara) Oppenhuis, Jocelyn (Nigel) Mathias, Samantha (fiancé Praveen Vimalathas) Oppenhuis, Brett (Brandi) Oppenhuis, Zach...
Lawrence Jon Malloy
Apr 20, 2026
Lawrence “Larry” J. Malloy, age 68, of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026. Beloved husband of Tami Malloy, nee Ettema. Loving father of Melissa (Cory) Perkins and Molly (Kyle) Malloy-Lang. Proud grandfather of Evan and Rayna Perkins. Dear brother of the late Kathy (late Neill) Stamp, Kim Malloy, late Thomas Malloy, Patty (Shawn) Terry, and Dennis...
Wayne K. Boss Sr.
Apr 18, 2026
Wayne K. Boss, Sr., of Crete, IL went home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Beloved husband of Barbara J. Boss, nee Bruinius. Loving father of the late Deanna Tiemens, Brian (Kristi) Boss, Susan (Todd) Kuipers, Wayne (Trisha) Boss, Jr. and father-in-law of Ron (Martha) Tiemens. Devoted grandfather of Christie (Gary) Tidd, Alex (Jessica) Tiemens, Ryan...
Gary D. Steffens
Apr 18, 2026
Gary D. Steffens, age 71, of Wheatfield, IN formerly of Dolton, IL, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, April 18, 2026. Loving husband of 51 years of Janet L. Steffens, nee Palango. Devoted father of Julie (Tony) Messer, Jennifer (David) Schmid, Robert (Angela) Steffens , and Jamie Steffens (Juan). Proud grandfather of Josh (Carly) Messer, Patrick Messer, Tyler (Sydney) Schmid,...
Michael Anthony Deja
Apr 17, 2026
Michael Anthony Deja, age 31, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026. Loving son of Lisa Lynch. Dear brother of Antoinette Deja, Dea (fiancé Jeremiah Szlaga) Deja, Alexander Deja, Cara Deja, and his foster brother Evan who was like a brother to him. Cherished grandson of Thomas (late Joan) Lynch and Raymond Zenner. Kind uncle of J. J. Deja, Alexi...
Austin Lee Nitcher
Apr 17, 2026
Austin Lee Nitcher, age 25, of Crown Point, IN passed away Friday, April 17, 2026. Cherished son of Michael and Jessica Laity. Dear brother of Sherri (John) Spoonhour, Tyler (Savannah) Laity, Cayden Laity, and Payton Laity. Kind uncle of Elizabeth Spoonhour. Loving grandson of Pam and Glenn Derby, Jerry Nitcher, and Russell (late Mary) Laity. Also survived by many uncles, aunts...
Darryl R. Kooy
Apr 16, 2026
Darryl's funeral service will be livestreamed from First OPC YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/@firstopcofsouthholland2510
Darryl R. Kooy, age 61, of South Holland, IL, went home to his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Beloved husband of Janet Kooy, nee Haak. Loving father of Abigail Kooy. Dear brother of Donna (Jon) Giusto and David (Barbara) Kooy. Brother-in-law of Doris (Scott) Trester. Kind...
Heather L. Plebanski
Apr 14, 2026
Heather L. Plebanski, nee Fennema, of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Devoted mother of Bailey (Taylor) Plebanski and Madison Plebanski. Cherished grandmother “nana” of Paisley and Kialey. Dear sister of the late John and late David Fennema. Loving niece of Joan Conces, Carolyn Fieldhouse, and the late Marilyn (Jack) Wories. Preceded in death by her parents...
Alice Marie Paukstis
Apr 13, 2026
Alice Marie Paukstis, age 79, of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully, Monday, April 13, 2026. Loving sister of Gerald (Robin) Paukstis and Joan (late Paul) Teske. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Elizabeth and Alexander Paukstis. Alice was a lifelong member of St. Liborius Catholic Church in Steger, Illinois. She will be dearly...
Susan G. Trentacosti
Apr 11, 2026
Susan G. Trentacosti, age 69, of Glenwood, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Dear auntie of Rob (Chris) Witvoet and Amanda (Will) McMahan. Great-auntie of Drew, James, Peter, Lizzy, Rayna, and the late Jocelyn. Preceded in death by her sister Ellen (Boyd “Bud”) Witvoet, and by her parents Robert and Lois Trentacosti.
Susan loved...
Cynthia Furto
Apr 11, 2026
Cynthia Furto, age 75, formerly of Schererville, IN, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Charles Savage. Loving sister of Barbara Jacobus, Michael (Carol) Furto, Christine (Dan) Kelley, Carol (Bob) Mitziga, Jan (Roger) Solkey, Donna (Scott) Anthony, and Susan (Tim) Richards. Cherished aunt to several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents William...
Nathan Henry Feenstra
Apr 10, 2026
Nathan Henry FeenstraApril 10, 2026
Nathan Henry Feenstra was born with severe genetic abnormalities.
Nathan Henry lived only a short time before the Lord took him home to be with Him. Nathan Henry is survived by his parents: Paul and Kristina (Kooy) Feenstra. Grandparents: Gerald and Nanci (Bosch) Kooy and Marlin Feenstra. Uncles and Aunts: Timothy and Laurie (Kooy) De Jong, Michael...
Elizabeth Mae Miller
Apr 9, 2026
Elizabeth Mae Miller, nee Green, age 89, of Chicago Heights, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Frank D. Miller. Loving mother of Sharon (John) Cook, Louis (Sue) Posluszny, late Thomas Posluszny, Robert Duncan, Jeff Duncan, Michael Miller, Jason Miller, and Daniel Ramirez who was like a son to her. Cherished grandmother of David...
Gregory Paul Griffin
Apr 9, 2026
Gregory Paul Griffin, age 76, of Steger, Illinois, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026. Loving brother of Nancy (Jol) Pastor and Sara (Dennis) Williams. Dear uncle of Jamie (Devin) Baker and Troy Williams. Preceded in death by his parents Patricia and Robert Griffin and his sister Pamela Griffin. Gregory was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and served...
Loretta J. Rach
Apr 8, 2026
Loretta J. Rach, nee Bricks, age 88, of Steger, IL, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Beloved wife of the late August W. Rach. Loving mother of Glen (Pam) Rach, Brenda (Mark) Lange, David (Elaine) Rach, Sandy (Scott) Biggerstaff, Bruce (Jean Dominik-Termini) Rach, and Nancy (Rob) Hardesty. Cherished grandmother of Alan (Dede) Rach, Cassie (Josh Bell) Rach, Dan (Brytton...
