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Lindsey Lagestee Obituary

Dr. Lindsey R. Lagestee, age 25, of South Holland, IL passed away Monday, February 17, 2020. Beloved daughter of Vaughn and Linda (nee Pratscher) Lagestee. Loving sister of Samantha Staley, Carrie Byrns, and Lauren Lagestee. Dear granddaughter of Gladys and late Emil Pratscher, Cherie and Paul Markiewicz, and Nancy and the late Willis Lagestee. Fond aunt of Andrew, Colin, Danielle, Alexander, and Amber. She was treasured by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Girlfriend of Kevin Machak. Visitation Friday, February 21, 2020 from 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Faith Church, 100 W. 81st Ave. Dyer, IN. Funeral service Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Faith Church – Dyer with Rev. Bob Bouwer officiating. Interment Oak Ridge Cemetery – Lansing, IL. Lindsey was a published pharmacist, graduated with a doctorate from Midwestern University with a PharmD degree. She also had a love for music and was the lead female vocalist for the band Dixie Crush. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Memorial contributions may be given to Faith Church – Dyer or Thornton Lions Club. Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com

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Published by SouthtownStar on Feb. 19, 2020.

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Mike and Julie Odom

July 25, 2023

She will be missed

Mom

June 5, 2020

Love you and miss you more every day. 16 weeks and I still can't believe it happened. Still waiting for you to walk through the door.

Christopher Brillon

March 9, 2020

She brough joy and happiness with her music ,she is missed dearly

Ellen Chessick

March 8, 2020

I am so sorry to learn about the death of your beautiful daughter. Linda and Vaugn, you have had so much sorrow and grief in your lives, more than anyone could bear, and now this shattering loss. Our hearts go out to you, and you have our deepest condolences.

Andrea Pesce

March 7, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Kim Buder

February 25, 2020

I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Lindsey. May the arms and strength of the Lord carry you. May your memories comfort you.

Stephenie Moore

February 25, 2020

Lindsey and I were friends in high school. She introduced me to DCs and taught me the dances. I was with her when she got her first tattoo, the cross on her leg. We went to a Sox game togetherand thats just a few of the wonderful memories we shared. Im honored that I was able to call her a friend. She had an infectious smile and spirit. She had a warmth to her that made you feel safe telling her anything. She was supportive, encouraging, inspiring, passionate, and so loving.

Lagestee family, I pray you find peace and comfort in this terrible time. You have the most beautiful guardian angel watching over all of you. She will never be forgotten, she lives on in all of us who were blessed enough to be a part of her beautiful life. ❤

Bob and Deb Forbes

February 25, 2020

We met Lindsey in 2015. She always came across as 'real and authentic'. She truly had a zeal for life and was passionate about everything she did. She accomplished much more in her short time here than many do in a lifetime. She loved her family, GOD, singing, and her pharmacy career. Her laugh was infectious. Please know Bob and I have been thinking of both, the entire immediate family and extended families DAILY since we found out. Our heart goes out to you.

Cheryl Mccullough

February 25, 2020

So sorry for your loss, I will pray for the family and God is with her now she is singing with the angles. Plz have strength in all this for we know not why are loved ones are taken away so young but God as he's reasons. Grief is helpfull and family and love ones. Much Love!

Mark Cortez

February 25, 2020

My sincere condolences to the loss of your Daughter. Although, I am listener of country music and never got a chance to listen to Lindsey Renee until I heard of her passing and got to listen to her singing on you tube. She undoubtedly was an interesting and incredible performer. No one should have to bear loosing their children before ourselves. I am so sorry and my prayers are with you. Your Angel has accented into heaven were one day we shall meet meet again.
Mark C.

February 25, 2020

To Everyone in the family, I'm so very deeply sorry for your loss of this incredibly smart, talented and beautiful girl. She was taken far too early. May God give her peace and a huge stage to perform on. With Love, Heidi (Nelson) Hunt.

Gary Northrup

February 25, 2020

I want to give my condolences to the family and friends of Lindsey Lagestee our thoughts and prayers are with you she was a very very good singer and we are all going to miss her .

Donna Ploski

February 25, 2020

My thoughts and Prayers go out to the family of Lindsey. I meet Lindsey while working at Midwestern. She will be truly missed.

Sandra Dragoo

February 24, 2020

I'm so sorry for the loss of this beautiful girl. Prayers of comfort for the family.

Hannah

February 24, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. my condolences. Rest In Peace and be free with the angels

Laurie Moreno

February 24, 2020

May her family find peace knowing that she is watching over them from above...

Connie Sullivan and Carl Franks

February 24, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Tammy Cawelti

February 24, 2020

Rest in peace sister

Leland Christ

February 24, 2020

Toni and me find this so hard to comprehend. Our hearts go out to all family members, especially Vaughn and Linda. Stay strong.

Elaine Bragg

February 24, 2020

My deepest condolences to the family

Michael Redlich

February 24, 2020

My condolences! Amen.

donna robertson

February 24, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Sandi Norman

February 24, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Carol Rademacher

February 23, 2020

So sorry for you loss of a young beautiful soul. I heard of her passing and wanted to say I'm thinking of all her family and friends. An angel singing in Heaven, Lindsey!

Gloria Valentino-Netzer

February 23, 2020

As I scrolled through Facebook I saw the face of Lindsey pop up and the story of how she passed. Such a beautiful young woman. With so many accomplisments living her life to the fullest. You don't know me . But my heart breaks for you and for you family ...I am so sorry for your loss. In this brief moment of reading about her via internet or airwaves . She has touched my heart . I will remember her now and in my prayers. Thank you for sharing her life story.

February 23, 2020

Prayers

sandra church

February 23, 2020

Am so sorry to hear this. Now there is no more pain. GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY!

Margaret Cross

February 23, 2020

Lindsey had a heart of GOLD and LOVED all. She will forever be in my heart. She definitely will be missed in and around Lockport for sure, she was our girl without a doubt. May she rest in peace until we meet again. Fly high singing girl.

Georgia Furnace

February 23, 2020

The Family of Lindsey I didn't know your daughter she seems to be a wonderful and loving from what I read about her. My deepest condolences in your time of grief, may you have better days ahead!!! Georgia Furnace of Las Vegas.

Swaroop Agarwala

February 23, 2020

God bless you. God loves you

Sarah Bol

February 23, 2020

Sarah Bol

February 23, 2020

Sarah Bol

February 23, 2020

Many DC's nights we danced until our feet felt like they would fall off! I bet you have the best band and crowd up there in heaven! Sending lots of love fam! ❤

Ann Baxter

February 23, 2020

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with with all of you at this time...

Judy Ventresca

February 23, 2020

Physically I could not be there to Honor Lindsey .In spirit I was and what a Bright Beautiful ray of Sunshine she showed to so many people.Her beautiful voice and her adorning smile will forever be in my heart. God Bless Lindsey and her loving family

Janie Curry

February 23, 2020

She was beautiful!

SHEILA CROWE

February 23, 2020

SENDING LOTS OF LOVE AND PRAYERS

February 23, 2020

Our hearts go out to the family of this beautiful angel, Rudy and Sharon...South Holland, Il.

Susan Bosman

February 23, 2020

You will be greatly missed

Pam Emslander

February 23, 2020

Lindsey was indeed taken too soon. She was talented, intelligent, friendly, & beautiful inside & out.I am not a country music fan, but when she sang she made me want to sing along! I will miss her Facebook updates about her family, her love, & her wonderful life. She lived it masterfully. Rest In Peace Lindsey, & watch over all who loved you. ❤

Phyllis VanCura

February 23, 2020

Love and prayers to you and your family
Phyllis VanCura

Debbie Lamoureux

February 23, 2020

I have so many wonderful memories of your life. Love you so much Z.

Shannon Schoper-Satterfield

February 23, 2020

My deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family and friends. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers. ♥♥

Neilla Kirkham

February 23, 2020

Such a tragedy I'm sad and very heartbroken to hear this news. I like to send condolences to her family her friends and may she fly high with the angels and the singing in heaven as she did here on Earth truly rest in peace

Brendan McB ride

February 23, 2020

My wife and I are so sorry to hear of Lindsey's passing. A true talent, lost in her prime. May she rest in pease. From her fellow country and western fans in Ireland. Very kind regards, Deirdre and Brendan McBride, Dublin Ireland.

Peggy Kiel-Korringa

February 23, 2020

My heart hurts for Vaughn and Linda and the rest of the family. I did not get to meet Lindsey but it surely appears she was a great compassionate person to meet. I am a cousin to Vaughn Lagestee. I deeply express my sympathy to Vaughn, Linda and family.

Julie Whitson-Parker

February 23, 2020

Sincere condolences to the family.

Cindy Greiman

February 23, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person and singer. Godspeed .

Nicole Zambetti

February 23, 2020

I'm so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for the family through this very difficult time. May the Lord watch over you and help ease your pain...God Bless

Jeff Hampton

February 23, 2020

I cannot comprehend the sense of loss her family & friends must feel. For such an accomplished, talented soul to be taken while just beginning the prime of her life. I am a stranger. In fact I'd never heard of Lindsay until her death but I had to comment. She accomplished so much in her short life and lived life to its fullest. I will keep her in my thoughts for a long time.

Cynthia Rodriguez

February 23, 2020

May the wind remind you how cool Lindsey was...

CATHY LEWIS

February 23, 2020

Fly high.

Derry Johnson

February 23, 2020

My condolences and deepest sympathy to your family.

Greg Oswald

February 23, 2020

I saw the obituary on the internet & for a reason I cannot explain I clicked on it. The video memorial was truly moving & Ms Lagestee was truly amazing with her education & musical gift, brought tears to my eyes !!
And, I rarely cry !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dee Durbin

February 23, 2020

A beautiful flower in the garden of Heaven! Our prayers go out to everyone who loved her so much!

Elizabeth Elsea

February 23, 2020

She had a BEAUTIFUL soul and a beautiful voice.Lindsey Lagestee will be missed..R.I.P. Lindsey..Fly high with the Angels!!!

George Condash

February 23, 2020

I know how the parents feel at this time...it is the worst club to belong to....we lost our 24 year old daughter last March 17th, 2019. They're are no words that could possibly take away the pain that you feel or will feel for time to come.... My heart breaks for your family. She looks like she was a beautiful soul, so much life to live, and still so much to give....know that my heart felt condolences go out to you....

Danny Grasso

February 23, 2020

So very sorry to the family for the loss of such a vibrant and intelligent young lady and though I never got the chance to see Dixie I've watched many videos of their performances and she had the voice and stage presence of a true rising star. I'll always now remember her on the 17th of February the day of her passing as it's my own birthday and god for reasons only known to him needed a angel with such presence and may she rest in internal paradise and may her family, friends and bandmates have solice in this time of grief. Amen Lindsey Amen!!

Debbie Mccarty

February 23, 2020

I didnt have the have a chance to meet your beautiful angel.But her music was wonderful.May the family have comfort at this time.And may you RIP Lindsey.Sending healing prayers from S.C.

Lester Thomas

February 23, 2020

I would like to start by saying how sorry I am for the family she was a Beautiful vibrant young women that had so much left to give us. I for the longest was never a country fan but saw the band perform one night and fell in love with the vibe and energy they filled the race track with my heart is broken that she had to leave us but I know that God does not make mistakes when he takes
Family friends fans and loved ones stay strong it would be her wish.

February 23, 2020

I really enjoyed the band's music like you said in her obituaries she always took time for her fans she will be another Young Life taken Way Beyond Time that we will miss thoughts and prayers to her family and her fans

Janice Gordon - Caddy

February 23, 2020

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Lyndsey was so young, talented and beautiful. She accomplished a lot in her 25 years. Very proud of her. God bless her family and friends,

Prof. Sunday Edeko

February 23, 2020

Lindsay, I never met you in your lifetime but I have heard much about you. You have lived a life worthy of emulation. Wherever you may be now, may God grant you peace for I know there is life after death. Your glory in death will surpass your glory in life. To be a great singer and hold the degree of Doctorate at 25 is a great achievement. To her parents who were able to raise such an enviable child with a profound career, please take heart because from the earth we were formed and to the same earth we shall return. To her parents, relatives and all her friends and colleagues, may God give you all the strength to bear the loss. To the American people who have lost such a gem, give glory to God in all that happened. God knows the best. May the peace of the Lord be with you all.

Stephanie Lamothe

February 22, 2020

My condolences to Lindsey's family. My prayers are with you.

Rob D

February 22, 2020

I'm so sorry to hear about Lindsey's passing. Thinking about your family at this time.

L. Wilson

February 22, 2020

Fly High...

February 22, 2020

Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. You were truly blessed to have such a sweet, intelligent, and talented daughter. She had a sweet spirit. Please give my love to Lauren.

Lisa
South Holland Post Office

Jennifer Bruen

February 22, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Rhonda Davis

February 22, 2020

So sorry for your loss gone to soon her voice was unbelievable may God bless each one of you. My heart breaks for all. God Bless .

Sidney B Wak Wak

February 22, 2020

God bless our big sister who is now in the presense of god thank you for your time on earth, you were blessed with a beautiful voice and warm heart

Sherri Costanza

February 22, 2020

Xo

Joann Robest

February 22, 2020

Condelous To the Family of Lindsey Renee Lagestee Your in my Thoughts and Prayers To loss your Precious Daughter ,sister, granddaughter ,niece aunt, cousin ,friend .band mate and all above. She was a Beautiful young woman inside and out She had accomplished alot in a little time here on Earth. I Pray for Peace Strength and Comfort from the Lord unto all. GOD Blessings

Bobby Spangenberg

February 22, 2020

Earth's loss is truly Heaven's gain. Thank you for sharing your beautiful and fun music with all of us fans. Your smile, kind-hearted soul and talent will remain in our hearts forever!❤

MB Cahill

February 22, 2020

My prayers to Lindsays parents and family . Its difficult losing a daughter at such a young age . She brought much love through her music and was a kind soul.

Debra Mattie

February 22, 2020

Heartfelt love and prayers from my family to yours

Ken Marr

February 22, 2020

Regrettably, not until reading about her passing in the newspaper, I never knew of this talented, intelligent and inspiring young lady. As a father of a 25 year old daughter and as a chemistry professor that has helped many young people achieve their goal of getting into pharmacy school, my heart aches for the family, friends and fans of Lindsey. What a terrible loss. May Lindsey's many achievements and her memory act as an inspiration for many young woman. Rest in peace young lady.

February 22, 2020

Thank you for being so kind, and a great friend our freshman year at Lewis University.

Av atque val Lindsey.

You will be missed.

Mike Kendall

February 22, 2020

So sorry to see the loss of a great mind and person.

Brian Sullivan

February 22, 2020

You are such an angel with the greatest smile and beauty....you will be missed forever and always

Jeffrey Tennant

February 22, 2020

GOD Bless You! Loved your music! May Jesus hold you in His arms and also bring comfort to family and friends.

Jackie Garneau

February 22, 2020

Lindsey had pleasure of seeing the band play a few times. You had the voice of an angel and had the most incredible stage presence Ive ever seen. I never got brave to come introduce myself to you or anyone in the band and I obviously now regret it. I now lift your family, friends and band mates up in prayer. I pray that you are now singing in heavens choir. RIP!

Hannah Rodgers

February 22, 2020

Im so sorry for the familys loss Rest In Peace there are a lot of people who will miss you you were a rising star prayers for your family such a tradegy so young what a beautiful soul

Camelia Creasy

February 22, 2020

Prays... I lost my daughter May 21st 2017... She was 22 & left behind my granddaughter. Much love & prayers everyday.

Ann

February 22, 2020

Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends. So very sorry for your loss.

C. ANDERSON

February 22, 2020

Just found about Lindsey's music just now and I'm a fan. Please compile and release all her recorded songs to keep her energy around and everywhere. Lindsey will always light the sky with her star shining bright now.

Megan De Bok

February 22, 2020

I'll never forget the days when I went to Walt's in Crete and she was working at the pharmacy there. No matter what kind of day she was having, she would always have kind words and a smile on her face. I'll miss you, Lindsey, but I know that you're singing with the angels now. You were always a joy to be around and I thank you for that. Prayers to the family and friends that are mourning her passing.

Claudia Capriglione

February 22, 2020

I am David Rozewicki's sister. I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. It's such a tragedy at her young age. I know how sad Lindsey was when my brother passed away. We still remember the note she wrote about his influence on her to pursue a pharmacy career.

Scott Courts

February 22, 2020

Your spirit and soul will sing a song of love through all of eternity

Robert Borgia

February 22, 2020

To the lagestee family I'm so sorry for your loss

Norm Noel

February 22, 2020

Sympathies to all.

This is how I will always remember you, smiling. I thank you for all the joy you brought into my life. You will be missed but not forgotten.

Larry Wimberley

February 22, 2020

This is how I will always remember you, smiling. You will be missed but not forgotten.

Diana Doucette

February 22, 2020

You are among the angels now as I walked the Earth with Jesus...we all be among the angels with our angels loved one as well.when our heavenly father comes to for us I will see you my sister.

Ari Bowman

February 22, 2020

You are now among angels in the presence of the Lord. Rest in peace, and your family is in my prayers.

Stu Burke

February 22, 2020

My the heavenly angels guide you to his special kingdom... RIP.

Bella Rocks

February 22, 2020

Lindsey, Soaring Free On The Wings Of L❤VE.
Bonded Forever By Heart❤Strings And Your Music Mic Drop.
Canada Fan.

Halloween 2019

Sam Ritter

February 22, 2020

Thinking about Lindsey's loved ones during this tragedy, her loving parents and partner she has told me about while we worked together. She is now watching over you. I just wanted to say how grateful I am for Lindsey to have hired me at the pharmacy and help me every step of the way. She has been a wonderful influence for me. I wish I could tell her.

Chuck Boyer

February 21, 2020

So sorry for the loss of Lindsey. Words cannot express the amount of grief.

Vonda Stapleton

February 21, 2020

I didn't know Lindsey nor am I familiar with "Dixie Crush". However, I did see where a beautiful young country music singer was singing a song.
The article about her accident and death brought tears to my eyes, and an aching to my heart.
I just had to offer my sincerest sympathy to all of her family and friends and let all of you know know that y'all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Glen Tinch

February 21, 2020

So sorry to hear prayers to the family

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