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By Meredith Shamburger
The Lansing Journal February 13, 2026
LANSING, Ill. — The March 17 Primary Election is coming up. Are you registered and able to vote?
Lansing residents will have opportunities to vote in either the Democratic or Republican primaries for positions statewide, in Cook County, and in their respective townships.
Some races will be decided in March because there are candidates running unopposed or because there are only candidates running in the Democratic Primary and not the Republican Primary. Races with candidates running in both the Democratic and Republican primaries will be decided in the November General Election.
Below is information from the Cook County Clerk’s Office about how you can check your registration status and register to vote if you are not already.
Who Can Vote?
To register to vote, you must be:
• A U.S. citizen
• At least 18 years old by the general election
• A resident of your precinct at least 30 days prior to Election Day
You also need two pieces of identification. Neither needs to be a photo ID, but one must include your current address. Acceptable forms of ID include:
• Illinois driver’s license
• Illinois state ID
• Employee or student ID
• Credit card
• Social security card
• Birth certificate
• Utility bill in applicant’s name
• Mail postmarked to the applicant
• Valid U.S. passport
• Public aid ID card
• Lease or rental contract
You do not declare a political party when you registered to vote, but in primary elections you choose to vote a specific political party’s ballot.
Are You Registered?
You must be registered to vote to cast a ballot in the
to know about registering to vote
upcoming primary election.
The Cook County Clerk’s Office maintains a voter information tool for Suburban Cook County residents online at https://www.cookcountyclerkil.gov/elections/ your-voter-information.
You can look up your registration status by providing your name and address.
The Voter Information Tool will also tell you where your polling place is located, where you can vote early, which elected officials represent you, and the status of your mail ballot.
Your voter registration is permanent unless you move or change your name.
If you’ve moved: If you have moved within suburban Cook County, you must transfer your registration by reregistering. You may choose to write your new address on the back of your voter identification card and mail it to the Clerk’s downtown Chicago office.
You must re-register with the new local election authority or county clerk if you move to an address outside suburban Cook County.
If you’ve changed your name: If you are changing your name but are not moving — and forget to update your registration — you will be required to fill out an affidavit on Election Day in order to cast your ballot. You will not be able to vote by mail.
If you are legally changing your name at the Secretary of State’s office (www.cyberdriveillinois.com), you can ask them to process a new or updated voter registration.
The Cook County Clerk’s Office also offers specific information for newlyweds at https:// www.cookcountyclerkil.gov/sites/default/files/pdfs/ Vitals%20-%20Newlywed%20Brochure%20-%20 2024_0.pdf.
How to Register to Vote
You can register online. If you have an Illinois driver’s license or state ID, you may register online through the Illinois State Board of Elections website at https://ova. elections.il.gov.
You can register through the mail. Download registration forms, print sign and mail your registration in. Find a registration form PDF at https://www. cookcountyclerkil.gov/sites/default/files/pdfs/ivrapp-en_2026_online.pdf and more information at https://www.cookcountyclerkil.gov/elections/voterregistration.
You can register in-person. There are several ways to register in-person.
• Register at a Cook County Clerk’s Office: Eligible suburban Cook County residents can also register to vote in person with a certified registrar by going to a Cook County Clerk’s Office location. The closest location is at the Markham Courthouse, 16501 S. Kedzie Avenue, Room 238, Markham, IL 60428. Find a full list of offices at https://www.cookcountyclerkil. gov/locations.
• Register with a village, city, or township clerk: For Lansing residents, that is the Village of Lansing and either Bloom or Thornton Townships.
• Register at an Illinois Secretary of State’s drivers license facility: You can register to vote when you obtain or renew your driver’s license or state identification
card at any of the license facilities. Registration is also available at other state government offices, including public assistance offices and military recruitment offices. Find the full list here: https://www.ilsos.gov/facilities/ facilitylist.html. The closest drivers license facilities are located in South Holland and Chicago Heights:
• South Holland, 41 W. 162nd St., South Holland, IL 60473
• Chicago Heights, 570 W. 209th St., Chicago Heights, IL 60411
• Register with a deputy registrar: Trained volunteer deputy registrars may register you to vote. Find more information about that process at https://www. cookcountyclerkil.gov/elections/voter-registration/ deputy-registrar.
After processing your registration application, the Clerk’s office will mail you a voter identification card with your precinct information and voting districts. You may also check your voting eligibility with the Your Voter Information search tool. If you have questions about your voting status, e-mail Voter.Reg@ cookcountyil.gov or call (312) 603-0906.
Is There a Deadline to Register to Vote?
Voter registration closes for deputy registrars and local election officials on Feb. 17.
The last day to register to vote by online application is March 1.
If you miss both voter registration deadlines, you may still register to vote during the Grace Period or on Election Day:
Registration During Early Voting: Early Voting extends the registration period by allowing voters to register and vote until the Monday before an election. Guidelines limit when and where Early Voting registrants can vote — during the Early Voting period, voters must register and vote in person at one of the Clerk’s designated Early Voting locations.
Individuals wishing to vote during the Early Voting must bring two pieces of identification to register, one with a current address. Registrants must immediately cast their ballot after registering to vote.
Election Day Registration and Voting: On Election Day, voters who are not registered to vote can register and vote at their home precinct or at one of the Election Day Vote Centers. Any voter who is not registered and needs to know where to go to register and vote on Election Day can utilize the Clerk’s online Your Voter Information Tool to find their proper polling place by address or birthday.
Key Dates for the March 17 Primary Election
• Feb. 17: Voter registration closes for deputy registrars and local election officials
• March 1: Last day to register to vote by online application
• March 2: First day of early voting
• March 12: Last day to request a mail ballot, including military and overseas voters
• March 16: Last day of early voting
• March 17: Last day mail ballots can be postmarked
• March 17: Election Day
On Election Day in March 2025, the polls were open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. Photo by Melanie Jongsma, The Lansing Journal
When Given Lemons, Make Lemon Meringue Pie
by Janice R Newman
Life brings unexpected “lemon, sour, and tart” situations and challenges that we did not prepare for- a job layoff, car trouble, the furnace breaks, or serious health problems to bring us down. Often, we’re given one, two, or more lemons at one time. It becomes overwhelming and discouraging, but it doesn’t have to be.
The old saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade” refers to when challenges come instead of giving into the “lemons” be optimistic, hopeful, and resilient. Resiliency is a key factor in overcoming the issue. We can control how we react to the situation, which makes a difference in how it’s resolved. Stay positive despite the challenge! I’m more optimistic and urge you to go a higher level – when you’re given lemons – make lemon meringue pie!
You can take what seems like a disadvantage and change it into something extraordinary by refusing to be defeated. Choose to respond with purpose, hopefulness, and strength.
Lemonade is simple but one glass only serves one person, whereas a pie can feed many. It requires more effort, planning, and creativity, but it goes beyond the basic solution. Lemon meringue pie is one of my favorites. It’s both tart and sweet. James 1:2-3 reminds us to “Consider it pure joy…whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” “Lemons” help us grow, build endurance, faith, and hopefulness. You bounce back with resilience.
So, here’s the recipe for making your lemons into lemon meringue pie.
First, Pause and Breathe: Before you react, stop and take a deep breath. Get in control of your emotions. Panic, fear, and anxiety run wild with lemons. Pausing helps you get a grip of yourself so you can see the situation clearly and rationally.
Second, Analyze the Situation: Ask questions: what happened? What is the real problem? Often, we blow things out of proportion. Divide and conquer by breaking it down into smaller parts. Clear thinking moves you from panic to planning.
Third, Adjust Your Perspective: Lemon meringue
pie is both tart and sweet. In life, we cannot always remove the tart parts – the hardships, disappointments, and pain, but we can choose to add sweetness through our attitude and response. If you focus on the sour, it brings bitterness. When you add hope, gratitude, and faith, the flavor becomes sweet.
Literally, LOOK UP! Looking up provides hope, confidence, and focus on God. Looking down stimulates a defeated, stuck, and negative feeling.
Fourth, Think Beyond the Basic: Making lemonade is simple. Making pie requires creativity. You must think outside the box. If you are laid off, maybe it is time to update your skills by going back to school or to start your own business. If illness comes, perhaps it helps you to reset your priorities to value what really matters to you. Eggs are a key part of meringue. Eggs represent new life and beginnings. Sometimes our lemons push us toward growth that we would never have chosen on our own. Something new can come out of the box.
Fifth, Share the Pie: A pie is meant to be shared. When you turn your “lemons” into something greater through growth and faith, you create hope for yourself and through your testimony to others that maybe facing the same hardship. Your story of resilience can encourage and inspire them. Develop strong relationships for support and build faith through prayer. A single glass of lemonade quenches one person’s thirst. A pie on the table feeds many. When you overcome and share, your experience becomes nourishment for others.
Life doesn’t always hand out roses, chocolates, and champagne. Sometimes, we receive a bag full of lemons that seem too hard to handle. But with resilience, hope, and trust in God, those lemons can become something extraordinary. So, the next time life surprises you with unexpected lemons, don’t make lemonade. Take it higher and make lemon meringue pie! Y? Why Not!
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Questions & Answers
Question: After taking the last walk-through tour I closed on my house. Everything seemed fine. All the upgraded appliances (Stove/oven, Microwave and Dishwasher) were installed. I was handed the keys to the house the next day at about 4 PM. I did not go to inspect the house on the day of settlement but the next day when I went to the house at about 6.30 PM all the appliances (stove/ oven, microwave and dishwasher) were gone from the house. I filed a police report. The officer inspected the house and found out that there was no sign of a break-in, no windows were broken or unlocked and all the locks were intact. He made a report but also suggested that I talk to the builder.
So he next day I went and talked to the builder at the office. He simply told me he did not have any key to the house and its bad luck that all the appliances are stolen.
What can I do?
Answer: The problem here is that buyers are best served with a pre-closing inspection right before
settlement -- minutes before if possible. Had such an inspection taken place it would have been the builder’s responsibility to deliver any missing appliances.
In this situation it is likely that you have homeowner’s insurance to cover such events so speak with your insurance provider. You should have serial numbers from the builder that can be provided to the insurance company.
You are plainly the victim of a crime. Before going further ask the police to check the property for fingerprints and other evidence. Also, ask if there have there been similar incidents in the new home community where you bought or at other new home properties.
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Jesus taught us to pray, “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name. Your kingdom come.” The birth of King Jesus was an invasion. Like a paratrooper, he dropped into occupied territory to defeat Satan and restore us and all creation to the rule of our rightful King – our Father in heaven. When we pray, “Our Father in heaven... your kingdom come”, we are saying, “Father, liberate us and all creation from sin, Satan, and death, to thrive under your rule again.”
When King Jesus showed up to implement his Father’s kingdom mission, he deployed two strategic weapons: kingdom words and kingdom works. In Matthew 4:2324, Matthew summarizes Jesus’ ministry on earth this way: “He went throughout all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom and healing and disease and every affliction among the people. His fame spread throughout all Syria, and they brought him all the sick, those afflicted with various
diseases and pains, those oppressed by demons, epileptics, and paralytics, and he healed them all.”
Kingdom Words: King Jesus showed up with breaking news: “Good news! I, your true King, have arrived to liberate you to thrive under God’s roof and rule forever. Confess your sin and self-rule. Seek and receive God’s forgiveness. Kneel before me. Surrender yourself to me as your true King.” This is how we enter the kingdom. He then teaches and empowers how to thrive to thrive under his kingdom laws. His Kingdom Works give us a glimpse of how he will banish sin, Satan, and all misery forever.
Have you responded to the gospel of Jesus? Have you confessed your sin and self-rule to him? Have you sought and received his forgiveness? Have you submitted to his rule as King?
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the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
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You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100
BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-25-00420
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 2025CH01261
TJSC#: 46-224
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2025CH01261 I3281484
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK
COUNTY, ILLINOIS
COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY
DIVISION
WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF STANWICH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST F Plaintiff, -v.-
RATKO BUKVICH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, DAN BUKVICH AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF MILDRED BUKVICH, DAN BUKVICH, STEVEN BUKVICH, MICHAEL BUKVICH, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MILDRED BUKVICH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS
Defendants 2023CH07150
18302 BOCK ROAD
LANSING, IL 60438
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 16, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 18, 2026, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 18302 BOCK ROAD, LANSING, IL 60438
Property Index No. 29-36-411-001-0000
The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).
If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100
BURR RIDGE IL, 60527
630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-23-04690
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 2023CH07150
TJSC#: 45-3240
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2023CH07150 I3281609
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY
DIVISION
Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC
Plaintiff, -v.Sophea Phun; Loy Lim; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants Defendants. 2025CH09171 538 E 154th Pl, Phoenix, IL 60426
NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to
CAR / TRUCK TROUBLE?
Vehicle shopping? Onlocation diagnosis: Will find needed repairs / maintenance. Uncertain of mechanic estimate? 32 years exper. Any day! 708-898-8668
Vehicles
2022 Jeep Cherokee 4x4, Trail-rated V6, Leather Seats, Only 5,000 miles. $37,000. 708-796-5331
2009 Chevy Silverado, 1GCEK39069Z164494b. Extended Cab, 4WD, 6.5’ bed. V8 5.3L Flex Fuel. New Battery &Alternator, April 2025. Tires, 1 year old. Some Rust on Driver’s Rear Quarter Panel. 149k miles Asking $4,000. If interested, Call 708-9138624
For Rent
HOUSES FOR RENT IN PHOENIX. THREE AND FOUR BEDROOMS, SECTION 8 WELCOME. $1650 / mo. One month security deposit and background check required. Have yards. Extra charge for appliances. Available immediately. Pets negotiable. Driveway parking available. Call Renetta Thomas for more information 708-4178384.
CONDO FOR RENT IN LANSING. SPACIOUS 2-BEDROOM, NEWLY DECORATED, $1600/ MONTH, 1 month security, no smoking, no pets. Section 8 welcome. Private parking for one car. Serious Inquiries only. Call 708-646-8652. Ask for Mr or Mrs. Jones. APARTMENT FOR RENT- Spacious 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 2nd floor of duplex in East Chicago, IN. $1300/month. Call (708) 968-0788, or search for 4925 Walsh Avenue on Zillow for more details and pictures.
3 BED 1BATH RANCH HOUSE, COMPLETELY RENOVATED WITH LARGE PRIVATE, FENCED YARD IN SOUTH HAMMOND ON THE BORDER WITH MUNSTER. All new appliances including washer and dryer. 12 month lease. Pets negotiable. Tenant pays utilities. Off-street parking, nice neighbors, close to the expressway. Call 323-4730673. $1,995 per month, with one month security deposit.
BEAUTIFUL SOUTH HOLLAND ROOM FOR RENT IN A SINGLE FAMILY HOME. King size bed, semi private bathroom with Jacuzzi tub. No cooking, full size refrigerator and microwave in room. Free lights, free gas. Only $225 a week, $500 move in fee. Background check required. Call 708-8433932 for more info.
APARTMENT FOR RENT- 2 BEDROOMS 2ND FLOOR. CALUMET CITY IL. $1200 RENT and one month security. No smoking, no pets and no section 8. Street parking. Serious inquiries only. Call 708 466-7272
Moving
Sale
MOVING SALE3 BD. BRICK RANCH 1,5 BATHS 2000 SQ. FT. ALSO LARGE AMOUNT OF TOOLS AND YARD
EUIPT.708/846/8834 NO CALLS -ONLY TEXT/ BUYERS ONLY
For Sale
Four cemetery lots next to each other in Oakland Memory Lanes in Dolton. Price negotiable. Call 407-709-5285
Late 1940s mahogany Lane hope chest. good condition. The lock is removed for safety and legal reasons. 708-8776157
contact Plaintiffs attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES PC (630) 794-5300 please
to
14-25-04959. Auction.com, LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60602 - 872-225-4985 You can also visit www.auction.com. Attorney File No. 1425-04959 Case Number: 2025CH09171 NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED
Snow Blower 5hp Two Stage, Like New, Runs Great $150; Snow Blower Single Stage, Like-new, Runs great $115; Both have electric start. Dyer area 708-837-9814. Please leave message.
Grandpa’s golf collection - PING putters $49, golf balls $6/dozen and up, kids sets $39, senior TI-Drivers $49, display sports shadow boxes, $39. Call 708-3393429 for more info. South Holland
Wheelchair, 18” wide seat, 2024 Cardinal Health model, $75 asking price. Call 219397-4649
KEROSUN Omni 105 kerosene heater. 23,000 BTU. Excellent condition. No rust or damage. Very little use, $89.00. Leave message 773-225-6908, Homewood.
Dunlop Golf Clubs $40; Mandolin Slicer $15 new; 70’ x 1/2” EMT Conduit $20; Back Gammon Game $12, George Foreman Grill $12; Trailer Tire 4.8 x 12 Mounted $8. 708-8776088
Brand new,in the box, king size adjustable base bed frame, with wireless remote.$250.00 Lansing,IL Roz (312)231-4173
Wanted
DESPARATE NEED SMALL CAR FOR 80 YEAR OLDECONOMICAL CAR CAN BE DAMAGED IF RUNNING FOR LOW INCOME SR. CITIZ. Does not have to pass emission test if the price is right - Call 219-801-0955
Small trailer to fit 14 foot fishing boat. Needing repairs ok . Reasonably priced call or text 219-9237716
Looking for room to rent with own bathroom. NW Indiana/Lansing area. Elderly care experience. 40+ Non-drinking/smoking male w/ maintnenance skills. Prefer kitchenette & garage space. 708-898-8668
REHOMING 7 MONTH
OLD AMERICAN BULLY PUPS. Pet Home Only. Great Temperaments, Friendly, Playful, Social and Very Healthy. Up to date on Vaccinations. 2 Males, 2 Females serious Inquiries Only. Parents on Premises. $250 Obo. 773-457-9616
Looking for DEGAN OR MUSSER VIBRAPHONE CALL 219-801-0955
WANTED - As many can of salmon fish as you have. 219-801-0955
WANTED: Electric chainsaws and as many chains as you have. Exterior Brown Paint. 219-801-0955
Anyone selling old coins at a low price or just want to get rid of some old coins - call (708) 937-5462
Christopher Mihas was a devoted husband, proud father, adoring grandfather, and loyal friend whose life was defined by love, laughter, and a very specific menu. He was deeply devoted to his wife, Nancy, and together they built a life rooted in family, tradition, and unwavering support for one another. Christopher was a loving father to Tara Ruffolo and Jeremy Mihas, and a cherished father-in-law to Eileen, who held a special place in his heart.
Nothing brought Christopher more joy than his grandchildren. He absolutely adored Joshua Tyler Herman, Alex Jordan Ruffolo, Grayson Elliot Mihas, and Greta Mae Mihas, delighting in every moment spent with them and proudly cheering them on in all they did. His love extended to his great-grandchildren, Jacob, Emilio, Noah, and Jocelyn, who were a source of immense happiness and pride.
Christopher is survived by his sister Lee and brother Chuck, and was preceded in death by his beloved brother Jimmy, whom he missed dearly.
Visitation Friday, February 13, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the prayer service at 5:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN. A dinner will be held at Teibel’s Restaurant at 6:00 p.m. following the prayer service.
For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www. SMITSFH.com
Shirley Mae Dykstra, nee Drenth, age 91, of St. John, IN, passed into eternal life on Friday, February 13, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Richard “Dyke” Dykstra. Loving mother of Rick (Joellen) Dykstra, Tami (late Mark) Mulder, and Steve (Deanne) Dykstra.
Cherished grandmother of Rich (Amy) Mulder, Andy (Alli) Mulder, Dana (Mitch) Corry, LaRae (Craig) Walker, Sam (Amanda) Dykstra, Jesslyn Dykstra, Luke (Jessica) Dykstra, Ben (Becca) Dykstra, Tony Dykstra, and Matt (fiancée Amber VanKalker) Dykstra; great-grandmother of 18. Dear sister of the late Helen Dorn, late Bernard Drenth, late Milton Drenth, and the late Richard Drenth. Preceded in death by her parents Chris and Elsie Drenth.
Shirley enjoyed many years of traveling with her husband Richard around the country and meeting many wonderful friends. Shirley was a member of Emmanuel CRC and volunteered in several different ministries. She loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren who brought her much joy. Shirley was dearly loved and will be missed.
Visitation Tuesday, February 17, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN with services conducted by Pastor Jeff Hale. Interment Oak Ridge Cemetery –Lansing, IL. For more information, please call
219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www. SMITSFH.com
Steven L. VanDommelen, age 70, of New Lenox, IL, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Beloved husband of Brenda VanDommelen, nee Beukema. Loving father of Ryan (Allison) VanDommelen, René (Mike) Sherman, and David (Liz) VanDommelen. Cherished grandfather of Zachary, Nicholas, Conner, Mady, and Evan. Dear brother of Daniel (Bev) VanDommelen and Kathy (Steve) Schaaf. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Jasper VanDommelen and Blanche E. Schroeder. Steven was a systems analyst and owned Van Dommelen Enterprises. He was a man of faith who cherished his family and always put other people first. He
was dedicated to serving others and lived with a generous heart. He also loved sports, especially the White Sox. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed.
Visitation Saturday, February 14, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Faith Church 100 W 81st Ave, Dyer, IN. Interment Memory Lane Memorial Park—Crown Point, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com
Marilyn Derks, nee Maas, age 69, went peacefully home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 13, 2026. Beloved wife of Dan Derks. Loving mother of Carla (Chris) Huang, Katie (Tim) Geeve, and Patti (TJ) Slager. Loving grandmother of Alex and Morgan Huang, Aiden Derks, Dani Geeve, Brayden and Camden
Slager, late Kaylee Derks, and the late Camryn Slager. Dear sister of Jean (Don) McMillan, Cheryl (Bill) Bunting, Leanne (Chuck) Augustine, and the late Delores (John) Keizer. Marilyn is also survived by many dear brother and sistersin-law and nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Ted and Aletha Maas. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She also enjoyed attending sports events, orchestra concerts, and anything her grandkids were doing.
Visitation Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. directly at Crown Point Christian Reformed Church 909 E Greenwood Ave Crown Point, IN 46307. Funeral service Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Crown Point Christian Reformed Church with Rev. Fred DeJong officiating. Interment at Maplewood Memorial Cemetery – Crown Point, IN. Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30 & Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN. Further information, please contact 219-3227300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com
