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Peter Stuursma Obituary

Peter Stuursma, age 36, beloved husband of Shanda (nee Bishir). Loving father of Madison, Matthew, and Ryan. Devoted son of the late Peter and Pearl. Dearest brother of Gert (Rick) Miller, John (Chris), Jacob (Gail), Dave (Linda), and Elizabeth (Ron) Postema. Cherished uncle of 17 and great-uncle of 2. Fond son-in-law of Eve and John Bishir. Part owner of Dykstra Concrete. Visitation Wednesday 3-9 PM at Colonial Chapel, 15525 W. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem), Orland Park. Lying in state Thursday at Calvary Church of Orland Park, 15101 S. 80th Ave. from 10:00 AM until time of funeral service 11:00 AM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family for the education of Peter and Shanda's children are appreciated. 708/532-5400. Sign online guest book at www.colonialchapel.com.

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Published by SouthtownStar from Jul. 4 to Jul. 7, 2005.

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Denise DeVries

July 8, 2005

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. Jake and Gail are friends of mine and I lost my husband when he was 45, and I know the pain that you feel. I hurt for the pain that I know you are and will be feeling and my prayers are with you. May God Bless You!

Denise DeVries

L Keltner

July 6, 2005

Pete was a one of a kind. Missed. yet, never forgotten. our deepest regrets to the Stuursma Family as well as the Bishir Family. You are in our thoughts and Prayers.

Cheri Nassenstein

July 5, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the family. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.

Jake Stoll

July 4, 2005

May God's Love guide you during this time of sorrow, and may you find solace in His care.

Jake Stoll

Calvary Church

The Staff of Colonial Chapel, Ltd.

July 4, 2005

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