Todd M. Zuidema

Todd M. Zuidema obituary, Joliet, IL

Todd M. Zuidema

Todd Zuidema Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory - Joliet Chapel on Mar. 5, 2025.

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Obituary of Todd M. Zuidema
Age 56, of Crest Hill, IL, passed from this life Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Renwick Nursing and Rehab Center in Joliet.
Todd was born in Blue Island, IL, to the late Patricia (nee White) and Henry Zuidema, Sr. He was raised and educated in Burbank, IL, and was a 1987 graduate of Reavis High School.
He is the loving brother of Esther Zuidema, Tammy (Ray) Kulbeda, Mark and Shawn Zuidema; dear uncle of Nicole, Brittney, Cory and Madisyn; proud great uncle of eight. Several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Henry "Hank" Zuidema, Jr.
As it was Todd's request, cremation rites have been accorded.
For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.

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