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Theodore Van Milligan Obituary
Theodore Van Milligan Jr., age 72, of Lynwood, IL, went home to his Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Dear brother of Glenn (Joanne) Van Milligan, Barbara (Bill DeBoer) Prince, and Nancy (late D. Dale) TerHaar. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Theodore and Catherine Van Milligan. Theodore was a lifelong farmer. He loved his family and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Private family services will be held. Interment Oak Ridge Cemetery-Lansing, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to Elim Christian Services (www.elimcs.org) or Ronald McDonald House (www.ronaldmcdonaldhousechicago.org). Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN.
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Jim & Peggy White
February 19, 2026
Sorry to hear about Ted, our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Jim & Peggy White
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