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https://www.smitsfh.com/We are a family-owned business providing compassionate, professional end-of-life care. We handle all the details during a difficult time, so you can focus on the things that matter. We understand that each family is unique and has personal requests and traditions. Call our main office at 219-322-7300 to find out more about the customized services we can offer your family when the time comes.
Obituary: Beatrice Siersema
January 15, 1932 - August 18, 2021
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Beatrice Siersema, nee VanderWoude, age 89, of St. John, formerly of Highland, IN, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Loving wife of the late Martin Siersema. Devoted mother of Ruth (Ray) Bredfeldt, David (Diane) Siersema and Mary...
Obituary: Mary Kathleen Nero
December 17, 1935 - August 16, 2021
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Mary Kathleen Nero, nee Kuczka, age 85, late of Dyer, IN, passed away peacefully Monday, August 16, 2021. Loving wife of the late Paul D. Nero. Devoted mother of Michael (Carrie) Nero and Kimberly (Scott) Mowery. Cherished grandmother...
Obituary: Arlan D. Menninga
July 4, 1936 - August 13, 2021
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Arlan D. Menninga, age 85, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away Friday, August 13, 2021, after a full and active life of service to his family, country, and God. As a pastor and chaplain, he served the Lord...
Obituary: Mark A. Lollock
February 28, 1958 - August 10, 2021
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Mark A. Lollock, age 63, of Gary, IN, formerly of Lansing, IL, passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2021. Dearest brother of Debbie Varga, Donna Kobar, Gary Lollock, Greg Lollock, the late Steve Lollock, and the late Joanne Gianoli;...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Todd
November 30, 1938 - August 13, 2021
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Patricia Ann Todd, nee Ashton, age 82, of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully Friday, August 13, 2021.
Loving wife of the late Lawrence Todd. Devoted mother of Tammy (James) Green, James (late Sandra) Todd, John Todd, and Amy...
Obituary: Terry A. Fierce
May 7, 1959 - August 9, 2021
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Terry A. Fierce, age 62, of Lansing, IL passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021. Beloved husband of Karen Fierce, nee Fazekas. Proud father of Tony Fierce and Jessica Fierce. Dear brother of John (Linda) Fierce, Eve Lovero,...
Obituary: Mark W. Barnes
March 17, 1941 - August 6, 2021
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Mark W. Barnes, age 80, of Crete, IL and formerly of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 6, 2021. Beloved husband of Carol Barnes, nee Rietveld. Loving father of Brenda (Nathan) Davis, Melanie (Nick) Aitken,...
Obituary: William J. Stegenga
October 24, 1951 - August 5, 2021
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William J. Stegenga, age 69, of Crete, IL, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 5, 2021. Beloved husband of Candace “Candi” Stegenga, nee DeLange. Loving father of Scott (Christine) Stegenga and Jennifer (Mike) Chambers....
Obituary: Wilbur Earl Kimbrel
October 11, 1941 - August 5, 2021
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Wilbur E. Kimbrel, age 79, of Sauk Village, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, August 5, 2021. Beloved husband of Janice Kimbrel, nee Duca. Loving father of Skip (Shelly), Mike (Becky), Billy (Renee), Linda...
Obituary: Ronald E. Henning
September 5, 1935 - August 5, 2021
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Ronald E. Henning, age 85, of Thornton, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 5, 2021. Beloved husband of Dorothy Henning, nee O’Donnell. Loving father of Deborah (Jeffrey) Miller, James Henning, the late Rhonda (Jerry) Dedo, and Christine...