Marla (Siefker) Bulthuis

Marla J. Bulthuis (née Siefker) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at her home in Sunrise Senior Living, Flossmoor, IL. While residing there, she remained active, enjoying the friendships and activities that enriched her days. Before moving to Sunrise, Marla lived in Crete, IL, and was raised in rural Beecher. She was a devoted member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in Monee, IL. On October 4, 1997, Marla married her beloved husband, Anthony "Tony" Bulthuis. They shared many wonderful years together until his passing. Born on November 15, 1954, to Lester and Leona Siefker, Marla is survived by her brother, Lyle (Jane) Siefker, and her twin brother, Marlin (Cindy) Siefker. She also leaves behind her nieces and nephews, Kelli (Todd) Siefker Peterson, Kristin (Dave) Siefker Klinger, Brett Siefker, Andrew Siefker, and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Marla was preceded in death by her husband, Tony, her parents, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. A visitation will be held on Monday, October 7, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at Hack-Jensen Funeral Home in Beecher, IL. Interment will take place at St. Paul Cemetery, Beecher. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.