Martin "Marty" Ozinga III

Martin "Marty" Ozinga III obituary, Chicago, IL

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Colonial Chapel Funeral Home & Crematory - Orland Park

15525 South 73rd Avenue

Orland Park, Illinois

Martin Ozinga Obituary

Ozinga III, Martin "Marty"

OZINGA--Martin "Marty" Ozinga III, age 71, beloved husband of Melissa Roeda, nee Ogden, and the late Ruth M. Ozinga, nee Gombis (2010). Loving father of Martin IV (Amy), Karl, Justin (Annie), Aaron (Amanda), Paul (Sarah) and Rep. Timothy (Amanda). Cherished grandfather of Martin V, Elyse, Jack, Ezra, Ayanna, Sunniva; Jude, Noah, Carmalee, Mercy; Mikayla, Alivia, Sydney, Gwyneth, Eden; Gavin, Macey, Austin, Isaac, Max; Ruth, Luke, Axel, Willa, Ezekiel; Ava, Aria, Zoe and Elle. Dearest brother of Beverly Ozinga and the late Kenneth (Judy) Ozinga. Dear brother-in-law of Dr. Leon (Kathryn) Gombis and the late Theodore (Niki) Gombis. Much loved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Dear step-father of Joshua (Karie) Roeda, Ryan (Melinda) Roeda and Corinne (Brent) Guynes and step-grandfather of Aubrey, Addison, Amelia; Kylie, Cora; Liam, Sawyer and Isla. Marty viewed his work as a calling to honor and glorify God and serve the crown of His creation, our fellow man, most recently as the Chairman of the Board of Ozinga. He also found great joy in volunteering much of his time to Christian organizations, serving throughout the world. Visitation Sunday, May 2, 2021 from 1-7 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. To uphold safety guidelines, all guests are asked to wear a mask and respect social distancing requirements. Lying in State Monday, May 3, 2021 at Ozinga Chapel at Trinity Christian College, 6601 W. College Dr., Palos Heights, IL 60463 from 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. A live-stream of the service will be available. Please visit Marty's obituary on Colonial Chapel's website at colonialchapel.com to view the live-stream of the service. Burial private, Fairmount - Willow Hills Memorial Park, Willow Springs, IL. Memorials to Reclaim13 or Trinity Christian College are appreciated. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 29, 2021.
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Marty was a dear supporter of so many ministries. I'm thankful for his care and support of my work with the CCO (Coalition for Christian Outreach) over many years. He truly lived out his faith and made an impact for the Kingdom. He is remembered fondly. Peace to the family <3

Cami Haley

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April 23, 2023

I just learned of Marty's passing. Im so sorry and offer my deepest sympsthies to the entire family. Marty was so kind, generous and supportive to our family...as he has been to so many individuals and organizations. He and your family have been such faithful followers of Jesus, and Marty leaves quite a legacy. I'm so grateful for Marty and his support. Grace and peace to you during this difficult time.

Cami Haley

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July 18, 2021

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Caroline Mallady

May 4, 2021

On behalf of myself and our Board of Directors and all those that Marty helped throughout the decades, our deepest condolences. God Bless.

Ted Stalnos

May 3, 2021

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May 3, 2021

Wille Brothers Company

May 3, 2021

Amber Ozinga

May 2, 2021

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April 30, 2021

Goebel Forming LLC

April 30, 2021

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April 29, 2021

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April 29, 2021

Marty was a giver. He love to help people, he will be missed

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May

2

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Colonial Chapel Funeral Home & Crematory - Orland Park

15525 South 73rd Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462

May

3

Lying in State

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Ozinga Chapel at Trinity Christian College

6601 W. College Dr., Palos Heights, IL

May

3

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Ozinga Chapel at Trinity Christian College -- A live-stream of the service will be available. Please visit Marty's obituary on Colonial Chapel's website at colonialchapel.com to view the live-stream of the service.

6601 W. College Dr., Palos Heights, IL

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Colonial Chapel Funeral Home & Crematory - Orland Park

15525 South 73rd Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462

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