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Doug
Smeets
January 23, 1950 – February 9, 2023
Of Elwood, passed away suddenly at his residence, Thursday, February 9, 2023. Age 73 years.
Survived by his wife Krislette Smeets (nee Vota). Their children Arianne (Ben) Taylor and Adam (Justin) Smeets. Four grandchildren Joy Taylor, Harper, Collins and Emmett Smeets-Ruehs. His mother Caroline Smeets (nee Hansel).
Preceded in death by his father William Smeets.
Doug was born January 23, 1950 in Joliet. He graduated from Joliet East High School. Doug worked with Excelon for 37 years prior to his retirement. His greatest joy was the time he was able to spend with his family. He expressed his creativity in crafting handmade wood projects, was an outstanding bowler and an avid coin and baseball card collector. Doug cherished the time he spent growing their garden and taking amazing adventures with his wife.
Funeral services will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory, 2320 Black Rd., Wednesday, February 15th at 10:30 A.M. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 9:00 A.M. until time of services at 10:30 A.M.
Carlson Holmquist Sayles Funeral Home & Crematory
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