Theodore Van Milligan Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 15, 2026 in Crete, Illinois

Theodore Van Milligan Jr.

November 4, 1953 - February 15, 2026 (72 years old)

Crete, Illinois

Theodore Van Milligan Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 15, 2026 in Crete, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smits Funeral Homes Ltd

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Theodore Van Milligan Jr.

November 4, 1953 - February 15, 2026 (72 years old)

Crete, Illinois

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Theodore Van Milligan Jr. Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Theodore Van Milligan Jr. (Crete, Illinois), who passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Theodore Van Milligan Jr. to show support.

Though Theodore may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Theodore touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Theodore Milligan and Catherine Van Milligan. He is survived by: his siblings, Glenn Van Milligan (Joanne), Barbara Prince (Bill DeBoer) and Nancy TerHaar (late D. Dale).

Memorial contributions may be given to Elim Christian Services (http://www.elimcs.org) or Ronald McDonald House (http://www.ronaldmcdonaldhousechicago.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smits Funeral Homes Ltd



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