Diane L. Walters
February 1, 2022
Diane Walters, 73, of Crete, IL, passed away February 1, 2022, holding the hand of her loving husband, Robert.
Diane was born on February 22, 1948 in Chicago Heights. After graduating from Crete-Monee High School in 1966, she met Robert Walters, whom she married in 1969. Together, they had two children, Julie and Daniel.
When...
Shirley Van Baren
February 1, 2022
Shirley Anne Van Baren, nee Van Schouwen, age 91, went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Shirley was born on February 18, 1930 to Joseph and Elizabeth (Van Drunen) Van Schouwen in Harvey, IL. On October 27, 1948 she was married to Tunis Van Baren until his death on January 25, 1988. Shirley was...
Lawrence O. York
February 1, 2022
NOTE: Change of date for services to Saturday, February 26, 2022
Lawrence O. "Larry" York, age 82, of Columbus, Indiana passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Larry was born September 7, 1939 to Oland and Luella York and spent much of his life in Dolton, Illinois.
Larry served in the United States...
Frank Dalessandro
January 31, 2022
Frank Dalessandro, age 94, of Crossville, Alabama, formerly of Steger, Illinois passed away Monday, January 31, 2022. Beloved husband of 52 years to the late Bernice Dalessandro. They had the opportunity to renew vows on there 25th and 50th wedding anniversary. Loving father of Donna Trammell and Don Dalessandro (Cindy). Dear brother of Mary Louise Stefanini; Uncle to several...
Joanne De Vries
January 31, 2022
Funeral Service video: https://www.facebook.com/SmitsFH/videos/1300206550455599
Joanne De Vries, nee Beukema, age 79, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022 in Crown Point, Indiana. Joanne was born March 18, 1942 in Evergreen Park, Illinois, to John and Alice (Ouwenga) Beukema, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Herman J. De...
Jeanette Van Der Veen
January 30, 2022
Jeanette Van Der Veen was born April 25,1921 in Randolph, WI to Sip and Nellie Van Der Veen and moved to Dolton, IL when she was six months old. Jeanette lived her entire 100 years in Dolton, IL. She passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022. She had three sisters Clara, Cora, and Frances, and brothers Frink and Frank John....
Arend "Rich" A Beezhold
January 29, 2022
Arend A. “Rich” Beezhold, age 87, of Momence, Illinois, was welcomed into his new home by his faithful Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, January 29, 2022. Beloved husband of 66 years to Ann Beezhold nee Vander Wagon. Loving father of the late Keith (Rebecca) Beezhold, Sandra (Andrew) DeVries, and Paul (Sue) Beezhold. Cherished grandfather of Corey (Donna) Beezhold, Eric...
Frances M. Spanier
January 29, 2022
Frances M. Spanier, nee Wunder, age 94, of Steger, IL passed away on Saturday, January 29, 2022. Loving mother of George (Kathy) Spanier, late infant Mary Spanier, late John Spanier, Jean Spanier, Joseph Spanier, and JoAnn (Steven) Cortez. Cherished grandmother of the late Stephen Cortez, Erin (Nick) Russell, Jennifer (Nick) Spanier, Stephen Falucskai, Joey (Melissa) Spanier, George (Kali) Spanier...
Shellie J Williams
January 29, 2022
Shellie J. Williams, age 83, of Steger, Illinois passed away peacefully on January 29, 2022. Beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his siblings; Carl, Roy, Leverne, Fran Headley, Mary Ann Papitto and Helen Kirkpatrick. Shellie will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation to be held on Wednesday,...
Shirley A. Novak
January 28, 2022
Shirley A. Novak, nee Birge, age 86, of Harvey, IL, passed away peacefully Friday, January 28, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Frank D. Novak Jr. Loving mother of Jeff (Jan) Novak, Kim (Ken) Karrson and the late Denise Novak. Cherished grandmother of Joe, Jerilyn and John Novak, Kenny and Katie Karrson. Aunt of several nieces and nephews. Preceded...
Desirea A. Smith
January 28, 2022
Desirea A. Smith, age 29, of Chicago Heights, Illinois passed away peacefully on Friday, January 28, 2022. Beloved daughter of Jennifer Karn and Terrance Smith. Loving sister of Kristina Smith, Delores Smith, Aleesheona Smith, Ashley Smith, Lorenzo Ramsey and Joshua Ramsey. Dear aunt of Nathaniel Smith. Cherished niece of many uncles and aunts and a dear cousin to many....
David C. Toth
January 27, 2022
David C. Toth, age 89, of Surprise, AZ, formerly of Highland, IN, and Dolton, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 27, 2022. Loving husband of the late Barbara J. Toth, nee Sorenson. Devoted father of David P. (Kathie) Toth, Pastor James A. (Cheryl) Toth, and Allison L. (Robert) Wisniewski. Proud grandfather of David Toth II, Nicki (James)...
Cathy Ward
January 27, 2022
WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT: DUE TO THE EXTREME WEATHER WE ARE EXPERIENCING THE FUNERAL SERVICE FOR CATHY HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL THURSDAY, FEBUARY 3, 2022 AT 11:30 a.m. at FIRST CHURCH (PCA) 3134 Ridge Road Lansing, IL.
Cathy Ward, nee Turngren, age 63, of Lansing, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 27,...
Cecilia C. Perry
January 26, 2022
Cecilia (Michalesko) Perry passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home in Steger, IL on January 26, 2022. Many knew her as Cookie or “Cook.” She was born on October 20, 1942 in Chicago Heights, IL and was 79 years young. Cookie was the third of six children born to Charles Michalesko and Georgia Newark. Cookie was preceded...
Charles H. "Chuck" Kiekenapp
January 26, 2022
Charles H. “Chuck” Kiekenapp, age 78, late of Schererville, IN, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022. Loving husband of Karen J. Kiekenapp, nee Gruszka. Devoted father of Julie (Joseph) Kramer. Proud grandfather of Diana, Mary, and Daniel. Dear brother of Jane (Bill) Schoknecht, and Alice (late Mike) Pesich; brother-in-law of Ron Gruszka. Beloved son-in-law of Dolores (late Jerome)...
Elsie J. Zultner
January 25, 2022
Elsie J. Zultner, nee Root, age 94, of Dyer, IN passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Henry Zultner. Loving mother of Linda Miller, Sue Martin, and Cindy Skertich. Cherished grandmother of six; great-grandmother of seven. Preceded in death by her parents Henry and Mildred Root. Elsie was loved by many and...
Nolan J. Bruinsma
January 24, 2022
Nolan J. Bruinsma, age 16, of Dyer, IN went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 24, 2022. Precious son of Greg and Elizabeth Bruinsma. Beloved brother of Logan, Hudson, and Reagan Bruinsma. Cherished grandson of Donald and Mary Terpstra and Keith and Wanda Bruinsma. Dear nephew of Brian (Stacy) Bruinsma, Sheila (Steve) Griffioen, Janelle (Michael) DeJong,...
Dolores Kay Treadway
January 23, 2022
Dolores Kay Treadway, nee Tanis, age 74, of Valparaiso, IN passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Beloved wife of Donald Treadway. Loving mother of Ricky (Cindy) Eriks, Michael (Penny) Eriks, and the late Daniel Eriks; step-mother of Patrice (Jeff) Snead, Tiffany (Todd) Sisnores, Daniel (Lindsay) Treadway, and Dustin (Hayley) Treadway. Cherished grandmother of Troy (Janice) Eriks, Faith (Joshua)...
Helen J. Boer
January 23, 2022
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Helen J. Boer, nee Rooy, age 94, of Crete, IL went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Chester Boer. Loving mother of Larry (Sheri) Boer and Bonnie (late Edward) Dykema. Beloved grandmother of Mark (April) Boer, Jill (Aaron) Kuzma, Caryn (Tony)...
Linda M. Tipton
January 23, 2022
Linda M. Tipton, nee Honn, age 74, of Crete, Illinois passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Henry Tipton. Loving mother of Timothy (Donna) Tipton, Toni (Oscar) Rivera, Jeff (Tanya) Tipton, Jerry (Gail) Tipton, Eric (Melissa) Tipton, and Brian (Kim) Tipton. Cherished grandmother of 25 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Jewell...
