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Kevin Reitsma Obituary

Reitsma D.O., Kevin S. Age 52. Beloved husband of 27 years to Patricia (nee Hackett); devoted father of Luke and Maggie Reitsma; cherished son of Judy and the late Ralph Reitsma; loving brother of Lisa (Frank) Weber; adored uncle of many nieces and nephews; best friend of "Casey & Lucy". Visitation Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Funeral Friday, 8:45 am from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to St. Michael Church, Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment private. Beloved Internal Medicine Physician with Well Group of Frankfort. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 24, 2014.
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Kevin was my family doctor for many years. It started when he worked at Myer medical and I followed him wherever he moved to. Fantastic doctor and friend.

Michael Beardsley

February 22, 2022

I just heard of Dr. Reitsma's passing. He was my family's favorite doctor. He always had time to listen to me during my appointments. Our sincerest condolences to his family.
Michael & Lesli Morrow

Michael Morrow

March 10, 2015

I will never have a dr as great, as wonderful as dr Reitsma ! He saved my life and more. Just talking to him was a pleasure.
I was lucky to know him. M.Campbell

February 14, 2015

The world is not as good a place without Dr. Reitsma.

Constance Cook

August 1, 2014

Dr. Kevin Reitsma was our family Dr. for many years. I just inquired about him today and was shocked to hear this news. His staff at Frankfort office always gave me the last appointment of the day because we always ended the visit talking about our families. We were given a challenge on my job to see if we could convince our Dr. to write a RX to go out and enjoy the outside when your feeling down. Dr. R came through for me. Yes, I was the first employee to turn this RX in! Have missed our talks for so long. I can tell the family, he was very proud of all of you. Sorry for your loss..

Christina Tiesch

July 2, 2014

Long before Kevin was Dr Reitsma, he made a change that affected his and many other lives. Kevin joined the Peotone Fire Department and spent countless hours training to fight fires and save lives as a fireman and paramedic. I had the privilege of joining at the same time and becoming a paramedic with him. He was one of those rare people who could arrive on the scene, keep his cool and manage the situation. I also worked with Kevin at OFOMC where he met Patty. Both amazing people who gave more than most. I wish I had had more contact with Kevin in recent years, but when we did talk, he was still the same person he was years earlier. I'll miss him for who he was and for what he did. For all of the people who's lives he touched, they are better for it. To Patty and his children, my deepest condolences. I'm a better person for having known him.
God speed Kevin.

Scott Radigk

July 1, 2014

Our deepest condolences to you, Pat, Maggie and Luke. We first met Kevin at HF Soccer Club when Maggie and our daughter Gina (or was it Anna?) played together. We were happy when he joined WellGroup a few years later. He was a good physician, and good guy all around. Our prayers are with you all.

Sarah and Richard Ceragioli

June 30, 2014

My deepest sympathy. Not only was he my doctor for many years but I considered him my friend. He was never too busy to talk to you. He will be missed.

Joan Bird

June 29, 2014

Maggie and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Although your dad is not here psychically, he is always with you. I pray for your strength and courage in this grieving time.

Makenzie Schwartz

June 29, 2014

Dr. Reitsma was my physician for many years. He was kind, gentle and always took time to talk to me. He was like a big teddy bear who you wanted to hug. He will truly be missed.

Carol Kelly

June 26, 2014

So sorry for your loss. I was a patient of his for several years. He was so kind and gentle. He will surely be missed by all. Carol Kelly

June 26, 2014

Sorry to hear this. He was a great doctor. I loved working for him and having him as a doctor, when I worked there.

Valery Denby

June 25, 2014

I knew you as a transporter, a nurse, a doctor, and my doctor. You had a heart of gold...

colleen lindbloom

June 25, 2014

My sympathies to Pat, his wife, whom I used to work with at South Suburban College....Dr. Reitsma was my doctor in Frankfort, and was one of the best doctors I ever had. He will be missed by his family and by his patients. Rick Jones, English instructor, SSC

June 25, 2014

Dr reitsma , A kind , wonderful doctor ! An
all around nice person! You will be missed !

Kim Nugent

June 25, 2014

Kimberley Dillon

June 25, 2014

My deepest condolences to the family. I called on Dr Reitsma as a rep and he always made time throughout his day to see reps. Dr Reitsma, you will be missed...

June 25, 2014

My heart is broken for your entire family. Dr. Reitsma was one of the kindest people I ever encountered. His professional skills were something that you no longer receive in a doctor's office ... He never made you feel like he was in a hurry. He talked, asked questions, made me feel truly cared for. He loved his family ... So proud of his children. We talked "kids" so many times. My heart is broken for you ... Heaven has one heck of a guy.

Sherri Ucho

June 25, 2014

Deepest Sympathy with you all. Many fond memories of working with Kevin over the years at OLY from being transporters, to ICU Nurses and then becoming physicians. He was always the jokester and loving life.

Cyndi Pickney

June 25, 2014

Dr. Reitsma you will be missed. Thank you for your many years of service as my doctor. I felt as if we were family. We spoke of our families every time we met may they find peace in their time of sorrow. Rest in peace.

Dina Conte

June 25, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be assured God cares for you and will comfort you at this time. 1 Pet. 5:7

June 24, 2014

Dr. Reitsma was was a gifted and caring healer, and a fine man, too. The world, and the world of medicine is all the poorer for his passing. May he rest in peace. Deepest condolences to his family.

Michael Brand

June 24, 2014

Dr. Reitsma was my personal physician for many years. He was a kind man and truly helped me both physically and emotionally.I wish more doctors had his gentle demeanor. He spoke often of his beloved family - I will keep them in my prayers. Be proud of the man he was and the good work he did - he touched many lives.

Luanne Watson

June 24, 2014

Kevin Reitsma was a great Doctor. He was very kind man. May you rest in peace.

Your Patient, Jenny Baier

June 24, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family, friends, and collegues of Dr. Reitsma. He was my family physician for many years. His manner and method made him more than just my doctor, I considered him my friend. I always enjoyed our chats at the office and the friendly greeting from him when our paths would cross in town. He will truly be missed by many. I feel as if I have lost a good friend and a great physician.
Dave Darling

David Darling

June 24, 2014

I am so glad that I had the privelege of knowing Dr. Reitsma, he was one of the nicest people I have ever met.

Ruth Benes

June 24, 2014

Dr. Reitsma was a funny and down to earth man he loved his family dearly.
God bless Pat, Luke and Maggie.
Julie West /Well group

julie west

June 23, 2014

Dr. Reitsma was my MD for several years and he was always in a great mood and had a kind word to say. He always had a few extra minutes to just have a conversation instead of flying out of the room at the first chance. He was a wonderful Doctor and a great person. Rest in Peace.

Brian Hannigan

June 22, 2014

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