Henriette "Etta" Haan

Henriette “Etta” Haan, nee Pleiter, age 87, beloved wife of 59 years to the late Louis L. Haan (2019). Loving mother of Sheryl (Tunis Jr.) Helmus, Laurence (Lou Ann) Haan, and Jack (Cathy) Haan. Cherished grandmother of Jena (Rey) Phillips, Shelly (Jessy) Smit, Alex (Cassie) Haan, Tracy Helmus, Tori (Drew) Black, Celaine (Dylan) Van Vliet, Elise (Tommy) Batts, Abby (Lincoln) Carper, and Matt (Lexi) Haan. Dearest great-grandmother “GG” of Claire, Canaan, Annie, and Jude Smit; Louis Haan; Eloise, Hans, and Lydia Van Vliet; Sophia and James Black; Aiden and Caleb Batts. Dear sister of the late Ella (Bill) Bruinius, the late Leslie (Clarice) Pleiter, and Janet (John) De Vries. Dear aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Etta was a woman whose hands were rarely still and whose heart was always full. An avid quilter, talented baker, and lifelong creator, she found joy in making things beautiful. Whether she was sewing, gardening, baking her famous pies and cream puffs, or searching for seashells along the beaches of Florida, she embraced life’s simple pleasures and shared them generously with those around her.

Etta, alongside her husband Lou, lived a life firmly rooted in faith, service, and the value of hard work. For 18 years, she faithfully volunteered at the Pass It On Thrift Center, sharing her creative talents to support both the store and Christian education. She exemplified dedication, consistency, and a servant's heart, instilling these values in her children, grandchildren, and the generations that follow.

Visitation Sunday, June 7, 2026 from 2-5 pm with a Funeral Service to follow at 5 pm at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. A live stream of the service will be available. Please visit Etta's obituary on Colonial Chapel's website at colonialchapel.com to view the live stream of the service. The live-stream link is posted below. Burial private at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Chicago Christian Schools, 12001 S. Oak Park Ave., Palos Heights, IL 60463 would be appreciated.To donate online, CLICK HERE.

Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400.