Douglas G. Devries
Jun 10, 2022
Douglas G. DeVries, age 88, of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 10, 2022. Dear brother of Marion (Robert) Brenton and Richard (Dorothy) DeVries. Fond uncle of several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by three brothers, late John (late “Hon”) DeVries, late Albert (late Irene) DeVries, and the late Adrian (late Jean) DeVries, and by his...
Alaïa Johnson
Jun 10, 2022
Ala Ï a Johnson was born on December 15, 2021 and returned home on Friday, June 10, 2022. Beloved daughter of Elise Pruckler and Octavein Johnson.
A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 649 E. 162 nd St, South Holland, IL....
Donna Litherland
Jun 9, 2022
Donna Litherland, age 92, of South Chicago Heights, Illinois passed away peacefully June 9, 2022. Loving sister of Merry (late Martin) Venn, late Elenora G. Litherland, and the late Harry (late Shirley) Litherland. Cherished aunt of many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Dear daughter of the late Leroy and late Hazel Litherland. Donna was active in the ministries at...
Richard H. Dykstra
Jun 8, 2022
Richard “Dyke” H. Dykstra, 82, of St. John, IN, passed into eternal life on Wednesday, June 8, 2022.
Rich is survived by his loving wife, Shirley; Children: Rick (Joellen), Tami (late Mark) Mulder, and Steve (Dee); Grandchildren: Rich (Amy) Mulder, Andy (Alli) Mulder, Dana (Mitch) Corry, LaRae (Craig) Walker, Sam (Amanda) Dykstra, Jesslyn Dykstra, Luke (Jessica) Dykstra,...
Louis Cisneros
Jun 8, 2022
Louis Cisneros, age 82, of Dyer, IN, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Loving husband of Irene Cisneros, nee Urbano. Devoted father of Lou (Cindy) Cisneros and Paul (Jennifer) Cisneros. Proud grandpa of Ben, Lily, Chastity, and Aaron. Dearest brother of the late Mary Lou (Joe) Sallas, late Robert (Celia) Martinez, late Peter (late Catherine) Sanchez, late Rudolf...
Darlene Kuiken
Jun 8, 2022
Darlene “Mae” Kuiken, nee Wondaal, age 85, of Lansing, IL, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Richard Kuiken. Loving mother of Alice (Russell) Boersma, Jacqueline (Mark) DeBoer, and David (Marie) Kuiken. Devoted grandmother of Russell (Rebecca) Boersma, Richard (Brianna) Boersma, Alyce (Travis) Van Drunen, Alexandra (Chris) Rudenga, David Kuiken, Isobella Kuiken, and Sarah Kuiken;...
Mary H. Lustro
Jun 5, 2022
Mary H. Lustro, nee Taylor, age 78, of Sauk Village, IL passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Frederick Lustro. Loving mother of Dawn Jorgenson, Frederick W. (Lisa) Lustro Jr., Mary Ann Otis, Karen (Jim) Rambatt, and Amy (James Jr.) Toth. Cherished grandmother of Michael, Janet, and Kayla Jorgenson, Frederick W. III and Justin...
Patrick "P J" Rohe
Jun 4, 2022
Power Ranger Patrick "PJ" Rohe passed away at home in his sleep on June 4, 2022 at the age of 40.
Although he was born in Crestwood, Illinois, he called St. John, Indiana home for decades, where he lived with his mother and father. PJ found happiness in everyday life: cheering on his favorite teams, particularly the...
Arlynn L. Porter
Jun 4, 2022
Arlynn L. Porter, nee Walters, age 85, of Chicago Heights, IL passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2022. Loving mother of Richard (Diane) Porter, David Porter, Timothy (Jean) Porter, and Crystal (Mike) Keilman. Cherished grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents Vincent and Inez Walters. Arlynn was loved by many and will be...
Kenneth Harold Hamilton
Jun 2, 2022
Kenneth Harold Hamilton, age 82 of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully June 2, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Lynn A. Hamilton. Loving father of Kenneth Scott Hamilton, Steve Hamilton, Patty (Tom) Walker, and Tom (Debbie) Hamilton. Cherished grandfather of eight grandchildren. Dear brother of the late Lester Hamilton.
Arrangements entrusted to Smits – Steger Memorial Chapel,...
George T. Hayes
Jun 1, 2022
George T. Hayes, age 73, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Nancy A. Hayes, nee Schiller. Devoted father of Melissa (James) Mangrum and the late Michael Hayes. Proud grandfather of Will and Charlie. Dear brother of William (Patricia) Hayes, Marilyn McDole, Robert Hayes, and Janis (Rick) Bianco; half-brother of Henry...
Richard W. Vree
Jun 1, 2022
The funeral service will be live streamed from our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SmitsFH Richard W. Vree, age 90, of Crete, IL, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Beloved husband of Darlene Vree, nee DeBoer. Dear father of Dave (Sharon) Vree, Dan (Barb) Vree, Paul (Denise) Vree, Sharon (Pete) Golas, and Mary Vree. Step-father of Brian Schoenrock, Renee (Jeff) Swetlik,...
Maria E. Dinicola
May 28, 2022
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Maria E. DiNicola, nee Gonnella, age 77, of Dyer, IN, formerly of Calumet City and South Deering, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 28, 2022. Loving wife of 50 years to the late Giulio G. DiNicola. Devoted mother of Lucia (Joseph) Bertrand and Luca DiNicola. Proud grandmother of Cody,...
Chad D. Downing
May 28, 2022
Chad D. Downing, age 51, of Lansing, IL, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2022. Loving father of Amber Downing and Samantha Downing. Preceded in death by his parents William S. and Carol Downing. Chad had many friends at work and at Uncle John’s Flea Market in Cedar Lake. Chad was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
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Mary E Plein
May 27, 2022
Mary E. Plein, nee Pluta, age 78, of Momence, Illinois, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022. Beloved mother of the late Terri Plein. Dear sister of Patty (Bob) Ferrias, and the late Shirley (Michael) Gronsky. Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. Caring daughter of the late Stanley and late Evelyn Dimwiddie-Pluta. Her love and friendship...
John J. Lagestee
May 26, 2022
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John J. Lagestee, age 96, of Dyer, Indiana, peacefully entered the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Preceded in death by his loving wife of sixty-one years: Dolly (Korsten), son-in-law Daniel Dykstra and infant...
Pamela Susan Jones
May 26, 2022
Pamela Susan Jones nee Wichman, age 64, of Park Forest, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Beloved wife of James Jones. Loving mother of Kevin Hunter. She was preceded in death by her parents Donald & Elizabeth Wichman and her brother Scott Wichman. Pamela was a long-time resident of Steger, Illinois. She worked at Eagle Country Market...
Barry Leroy Baker
May 23, 2022
Barry Leroy Baker, age 59, of Park Forest, Illinois passed away suddenly on Monday, May 23, 2022. Beloved husband of Julia Baker, nee Armstrong. Loving father of Amanda Baker and Arianna Helmken; step-father of Brandon Little, Ian Little and Chelsea Little. Cherished grandfather of Kaylee, Adalyn, Hailey, Christian, Olivia, Lincoln, and Idris. Dear brother of Mona (Kevin) Case. Fond...
Wayne A. Anderson
May 21, 2022
Wayne A. Anderson, age 77, of Dyer, IN went home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 21, 2022. Beloved husband of Karen Anderson, nee Blank. Dear father of Bekki (Glenn) Van Deursen, Betsy (Brian) Arney, Aaron (Kari) Anderson, Jason (Lisa) Anderson, and Amanda Anderson. Loving grandfather of Collin (Jessica) Zackavec, Kelsey Van Deursen, Bradley Van Deursen, Maura...
Frances M. Tavernaro
May 20, 2022
Frances M. Tavernaro, nee Kasman, age 87, of Lansing, IL passed away suddenly on Friday, May 20, 2022. Loving mother of Andrea (James) Hines, Gino Tavernaro, and the late Michael Angelo Tavernaro. Dear grandmother of James (Rachel) Hines Jr. and Nicole Hines; great-grandmother of Emily (William) Stair, Quinten Hines, Autumn Hines, and Riley Hines; and great-great grandmother of James...
