Prairie State Wire

Margaret A. "Marge" Dokter, 89, beloved wife of the late Melvin A. "Mel" Dokter (2021) for 67 years, peacefully passed away. She was the loving mother of Mark Dokter, Marvin Dokter, Melissa Phillips, and Mike Dokter. Margaret was a cherished grandmother of ten, a dear great-grandmother of thirteen, with two more great-grandchildren on the way. She was the dear sister of Carol Dulmes, Earl Olgers, and was preceded in death by Shirley Zeilinga, Beatrice Nyenhuis, and Sheila Jones. Margaret was a fond aunt to many nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with a Funeral Service to follow at 11:30 a.m. at Colonial Chapel in Orland Park, IL. The burial will be private at Skyline Memorial Park in Monee, IL.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to The Gideons International Midway Camp in Worth, IL. To share your condolences and thoughts, please visit colonialchapel.com or call 708-532-5400.

Margaret A. "Marge" Dokter will be remembered for her dedication to her family, her enduring love, and her generosity, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion.

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