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Carole Van Doorn Obituary
She was born Sept. 21, 1967.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 18 years, Dean Van Doorn; her loving children, Rachel, Joseph and Elizabeth; her cherished parents, Bruno and Patricia Grund; her dear brother, Dan (Heather) Grund; her mother-in-law, Sharon Van Doorn; her father-in-law, Bill Van Doorn; her sister-in-law. Nicole (Brad) Schwan; her brother-in-law, Dave (Nancy) Van Doorn; and many dear friends.
The visitation will be from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 14, at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave. (Route 176), Crystal Lake. The visitation will continue from 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 15, until the 11 a.m. service at Willow Creek Community Church, 220 Exchange Drive, Crystal Lake. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Carole Van Doorn Memorial Fund, Homestate Bank, P.O. Box 1738, Crystal Lake, IL 60039.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.davenportfamily.com. For information, call 815-459-3411.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carole Van Doorn
Dawn Marsalla
February 8, 2025
I still miss Carole very much. I think about her so much. Her life was cut short way too soon and world was better with her in it. I will never forget when I met her brother right before she had passed. I said you never told me you had such a good looking brother and she looked at me and tried to tell me "I didn´t know you were in the market." She said this, knowing I had been with my husband about 25 years. She was always quickwitted and made me laugh. I know she´s with the angels up in heaven. Messy I need to I need that area for food may God rest her beautiful soul.
Dawn Marsalla
February 8, 2021
I miss Carole very much and think of her often. She was a bright light and beautiful soul who loved the Lord, her husband and her children. I miss all the laughs that we had. I have no doubt she is an angel looking down on all of us. Lots of love to Dean, Rachel, Joe and Lizzie
February 25, 2011
We are thinking of you at this most difficult time, Pat. Our deepest condolences. Nancy Cook and Dan Ziembo
Karen Dimond
February 23, 2011
Dear Pat and family,
I was very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that I am thinking of you, and hoping that you find some solace on the good memories that you have.
Karen Dimond (CAF docent)
Sally Saler-spitz
February 22, 2011
My prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May Carole rest in peace. From your Lyme friend, Sally SS, Juneau, WI
barbara brady
February 22, 2011
To the family of Carole, my deepest love and prayers go out to you during your loss. Please know we will continue in the fight against Lyme disease and it's many debilitating illnesses. May Carole live in peace, free of pain and know God will continue to watch over you. Blessings, your friend in lyme, barbara
Peninah
February 22, 2011
Dear Family of Carole:
I am saddened to hear of Carole's passing due to the complications of Lyme disease that ended in ALS symptoms. I have been fighting for survival for four years with the same symptoms. My ex husband passed in Oct 10, unable to obtain treatment. I join you in grieving for your loved one, and in fighting for the lives of others who may escape this horrible situation with our help. May the Lord surround you with his Peace and Comfort during this time. Many hugs sent to you from Kansas. http://www.kansaslymefighters.com
Ted and Kathy Chomicz
February 19, 2011
Dear Pat and Bruno,
We heard of Carole's passing and there are no words to tell you how sorry we are. We can only hope that God's love will give you the strength to get through this difficult time and believe that Carole is in heaven without pain and smiling down on you.
Sharon Hoverson
February 19, 2011
Dear Dean and kids, may you find solace in the memory of her smile and kindness. She has joined my sister, Nini, among the angels. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
My deepest condolences,
Sharon Hoverson (Sue Nixon's aunt)
February 18, 2011
Sending all of our love and support, Leonard and Jennifer (Criss) Kopecky '86 Fremd
Edward "Bud" Cole
February 18, 2011
Dear Family of Carole:
Carole was one of my classmates at Plum Grove Junior High and Fremd High School. I will never forget her kindness, friendship and that lovely smile and laugh that broke any tension or sadness in the room and filled it with light.... It's been at least 26 years since I last saw her when we graduated from high schoold but seeing her photo and the news brought me back to a place where she made a difference in my life.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The world is a better place because Carole was in it. Let that never be forgotten. God be with you all.
My deepest condolences -
Edward "Bud" Cole
John Miller
February 17, 2011
Dear Dean,
We've never met but Carole was a classmate of mine at Fremd HS. A fellow classmate just told me about Carole's passing today and I am so sorry for your loss. I'll always remember her as a very sweet, kind and caring person and can't imagine how you must be feeling now. My heart goes out to you and your children.
Sincerely,
John Miller
Bob&Deanna Follmer
February 17, 2011
Dean, We are praying that God will comfort you and your family and carry you through this difficult time.
Jim Carlsen
February 17, 2011
Dean and Family,
I was shocked when I heard the news about Carole the other day. I am truly sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you and your children are going through. No words can help the pain go away, but in time things will get better. My wife and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
February 17, 2011
Dear Pat,
How very sorry I am to hear about the loss of your daughter. I lost a very close friend to ALS about 8 years ago and I saw the decline over several years. My good thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Claudia Winkler
Sue Nixon
February 17, 2011
Dean, Rachel, Joe, Lizzy, Pat, Bruno, Sharon, Dan & Nicole:
What an amazing woman she was! During her darkest hours, she had worried about others' faith, their acceptance of God's will, of the end of her journey. I am truly blessed to have been a part of her life, a part of your lives, throughout the past several months. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to serve your family and your blessed Carole throughout her untimely struggle with ALS. God Bless
February 16, 2011
Pat: I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you. --Brent Hoffmann
February 16, 2011
Pat,
My prayers are with you. I am sorry for your loss.
Paulette Whitt
Paulette Whitt
February 16, 2011
Pat, I am sorry to hear this news. My prayers are with you.
Paulette Whitt
February 16, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss and will be praying for your family during this sad time.
With Sympathy,
Susan Osborn
Jane Richards
February 16, 2011
Dear Family of Carole - I had the privilege of being Carole and Danny's babysitter when they lived in Winston Knolls. There were truly my favorite little children to spend time with and I was fortunate to watch them grow up and then teach Dan at Fremd. I have such wonderful memories of sitting on the couch in the first floor family room with Carole and Danny reading books, playing board games and just generally having a great time babysitting them. I was deeply saddened when I was told about Carole's passing and the struggle she had been through. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this very difficult time. Mr. and Mrs. Grund (Bruno and Patricia) - you were always so kind to me and gave me the chance to earn extra money for college by requesting me to babysit your two wonderful children. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as you heal from this.
Jane (Burke) Richards
February 16, 2011
Dear Family of Carole - I had the privilege of being Carole and Danny's babysitter when they lived in Winston Knolls. There were truly my favorite little children to spend time with and I was fortunate to watch them grow up and then teach Dan at Fremd. I have such wonderful memories of sitting on the couch in the first floor family room with Carole and Danny reading books, playing board games and just generally having a great time babysitting them. I was deeply saddened when I was told about Carole's passing and the struggle she had been through. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this very difficult time. Mr. and Mrs. Grund (Bruno and Patricia) - you were always so kind to me and gave me the chance to earn extra money for college by requesting me to babysit your two wonderful children. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as you heal from this.
February 16, 2011
Pat,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. You have my deepest sympathies.
Angelique
Debi Xander
February 14, 2011
Dear Pat and Bruno,
I am so sorry to hear of Carole's passing. I have wonderful memories of her and I as children. I remember coming to your house for "parent card nights", Carole and I playing for hours in her room. She was the "cool" older neighbor ( by a whole year). I share deeply my condolences for you, Danny, Dean, and her children. I am sure she will be so greatly missed and forever in you hearts! Debi (Ahern) Xander
Patricia Chidley
February 14, 2011
Dear Van Doorn Family,
I wanted to express my deepest condolences on your heartfelt loss. Carol was an amazing person and so much fun to play tennis with! I will miss her greatly and will always treasure our memories together. I want to express my deepest sorrow at your loss.
February 14, 2011
Dean, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bill and I were so shocked when we received the news on Sunday. May God keep you and your children in his arms and give you peace.
Pat/Bill Reid, Fort Myers, FL
Rich Gallagher
February 14, 2011
Dean and Family,
Although we never had the opportunity to meet Carole our hearts are broken over your loss. We followed her courageous battle with ALS through daily updates from Dave. We kept her and your family in our daily prayers silently hoping for a miracle. May God bless you and your fammily during this most difficult time. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
The Gallagher Family
Noreen Huffman
February 14, 2011
Dean & Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss, I have very fond memories of Carol Marol and hold them close to my heart.
Dawn Marsalla
February 14, 2011
Carole,
I love you!! I know you are a shining light in heaven right now! We lost a beautiful person here down on earth but know you are watching over all of us. God is proud the way you lead your life here down on earth. You were an unbelievable mom, wife, friend and Christian. See you in heaven!! Love, Dawn
Gene/Janet Gulgren
February 14, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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