The Van Sipma staff, from left, Jim Baron, 8 years with the company; Lynn Van Sipma, Gary Van Sipma and Sue Walkski, 28 years; and Ashley Van Sipma. (Provided photo)
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Family-owned Van Sipma’s Jewelers marks 125 years of service

For five generations, the owners of Van Sipma Jewelers have helped bring happiness into people’s lives. 

From its founding in 1900 as Van Sipma Bros. in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood to today’s store at 2011 Ridge Road in downtown Homewood, a member of the Van Sipma family has been serving customers looking for just the right piece of jewelry.

Current owner Gary Van Sipma said helping generations of families “is really a rewarding aspect of the…

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