Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Mary M. Kooistra

Passed away on August 25, 2023

Mary M. Kooistra (nee Niksich), age 71. Late of Dyer, In. formerly of the East Side. Passed away on August 25, 2023. Beloved wife of Mark Kooistra for 50 years. Loving mother of Chris ( Viktorya) Kooistra and Lynn Kooistra. Devoted grandma of Dylan Kooistra. Dearest sister of Paul (Linda) Niksich. Survived by brother – in – law Jeff Kooistra and sister – in – law Gail Kooistra. Fond aunt of many nieces, nephews and cousin to many. Preceded in death by her parents Rudy and Ann Jadrich. Mary was a longtime dedicated teacher at Annunciata School. Memorial Visitation will take place on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. until the time of service at 7:30 p.m. at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel 11300 W. 97th Ln. St. John, In. 46373 (1/2 block west of US 41/ Wicker Ave. at 97th Ln.)

Interment:
Private

Visitation Location

St. John
11300 W. 97th Lane
St. John, IN 46373
(219) 365-3474

Map

Visitation Information

Wednesday, August 30, 2023 - 5:00 pm until 7:30 pm

Memorial Service
Wednesday, August 30, 2023 - 7:30 pm

Condolences
"Mrs.Kooistra was always such a kind woman, always with a smile on her face. My deepest sympathies to her family."
- Amanda (Wulff) Gemmati
August 25, 2023 4:53 pm
"I am so saddened by the passing of Mary. I've been close friends with them both for over 50 years. My prayers go out to Mark and my condolences to the family. May Mary Rest In Peace.🙏🏻 "
- Mike Borozan
August 25, 2023 7:20 pm
"we are soo very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was truly one of the nicest and kindest people! We had so much fun at the backyard parties back in the day! We had a lot of good times together! We know your memories will keep you all strong! Take good care! ❤️❤️❤️"
- bob and shelley
August 25, 2023 9:13 pm
"I was so saddened to hear of Mary's passing. She was truly a good person who loved her family more than anything. It was my privilege to work with her for so many years. The greatest privilege was having her for a friend. My deepest sympathies to Mark and the family. Mary will be missed."
- Ed Renas
August 26, 2023 10:53 am
"I am so very sorry Mark and family, to hear about Mary! She was truly one of my dearest friends at Annunciata School! She was my partner teacher when I first started there! Loved her very much ! She is truly in Heaven! She was loved by all she will truly be missed , but know she is watching out for us all !"
- Karen Finlon
August 27, 2023 12:08 pm
"I am so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. We worked together at Annunciata School, and she was an inspiration to her students. Both of my sons had Mary has their teacher and always spoke highly of her. Mary will always be remembered by her family, friends, and former students."
- Christine Raymond
August 27, 2023 12:23 pm
"Aunt Mary was not only my aunt but my Godmother. Swimming in her pool as a kid w/ Chris & Lynn is one of my favorite childhood memories. She had a kind soul and always had a laugh and warm smile. She will be missed by so many of her friends and family. "
- Matt & Cate Warn
August 27, 2023 7:17 pm
"So sad to hear of Mary’s passing. We lived across the street from Mary and her parents. When Mary was a student teacher I remember being invited to her parents basement where she was practicing some of her newly learned teaching techniques on the neighborhood kids. I remember Mary and Mark’s wedding day. They were so much in love. I hope the family will find peace and joy in the memories that they had with Mary and the happiness that she brought to their lives."
- Clarice Lamphere Boehmer
August 28, 2023 9:07 pm
"May her soul rest in peace, and her memory live on in the countless lives she touched. My brother (Tim) and I were both fortunate enough to have had her as a teacher, and my parents (David and Cathy) always respected and appreciated her dedication."
- Nick Jarmusz
August 30, 2023 7:18 pm
Candles Lit