Gladys M. DeYoung Obituary
In loving memory of Gladys M. DeYoung of Bourbonnais, Illinois, who departed this world on October 29, 2025 at the age of 94. Gladys leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Gladys' spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Peter Koster and Effie Koster; her husband Arthur G. DeYoung; and her brother Melvin. She is survived by: her children, Alan DeYoung (Laurie), Gary DeYoung (Vicki), Steve DeYoung (Lisa) and Karen VanHoff (Doug). She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 8th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the First Reformed Church of Wichert (7697 E 4500S Rd, St Anne, IL 60964-4092). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 8th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorials may be to Uplifted Care or Words of Hope, 700 Ball Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, who.org/donate.
