Doris Jean Miedema

Doris Jean Miedema obituary, Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Doris Jean Miedema

Doris Miedema Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Knollcrest Funeral Home on Jul. 23, 2025.
Doris Jean Miedema, nee Meyer. Age 81, of Palos Heights, formerly of St. Charles, IL. Beloved wife of 61 years of Robert "Bob" Miedema; loving mother of Kim (the late Robert) Jongsma, Joann (Kevin) Pittman, and Robin (Mike) Mulvey; proud grandmother of Ashley (Scott) Rains, Justina Jongsma, Kyle (Nichole) Jongsma, Kevin (Jori) Pittman Jr., Kaycee (Jake) Rocchino, Hannah, Brookelle, and Rachel Mulvey; her legacy lives on through her adored great-grandchidren: Addi, Brayden, Theodore, Tessa, Aubree, and Kinslee; dear sister of Bruce (Arlene) Meyer, Beth (the late James) Van Dyken, the late Tom (Bernice) Meyer, Patricia (the late Robert Jr.) Kooima, and Laura (James) Kooima; she is survived by her dear sister-in-law, Lydia (Gerhart) Kaiser.

Doris was a woman of Faith, family, and quiet strength. She served with an open heart, and leaves an enduring legacy in the lives of all who knew her.

Visitation Monday, July 28, 2025, from 9 AM until time of service at 11 AM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 Blks S. of Roosevelt), Lombard, IL 60148. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorials to Elim Christian Services or Timothy Christian Schools are appreciated. Funeral info: 630-932-1500 or www.knollcrest.net

"Her children rise up and call her blessed." - Proverbs 31:28

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