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What a great guy. Spent many a night with Don solving the world’s problems over a cold brew. He was a kind and caring man and loved life. So sorry I missed his celebration of life. RIP Don.
Smitty
January 28, 2026


Photo courtesy of Collier’s Funeral Home - Saint Ann
Feb 28, 1946 - Dec 16, 2025
What a great guy. Spent many a night with Don solving the world’s problems over a cold brew. He was a kind and caring man and loved life. So sorry I missed his celebration of life. RIP Don.
Smitty
January 28, 2026
Shirley, Denise and Casey my sincere condolences for your loss. Don was a great friend and high school classmate. You could always depend on a good time with Don. If you look in the Dictionary his photo would be next to fun. Don will be missed for sure RIP my dear friend.
Denny Scott
Dennis Scott
January 05, 2026 | O FALLON, MO | Friend
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Dana and Chris Reibling
January 03, 2026 | Normal, IL | Friend
Grief is very tough, but fond memories of my brother Don ,will keep us strong. He was a great brother and friend. We lived across the miles but it was always great to visit with him ,Shirley, Casey (Karen) , Denise, and Cora & Claire his granddaughters . When You and Shirley came to Arizona, we had so much fun and laughter. I will truly miss You and hearing your voice & calling me Patti. Bob & I send our thoughts and Prayers
Rest in Peace ,
Bob & Patricia (Vandervort) Eilders
December 26, 2025 | Sun City, AZ | Sister
Our sympathy to Shirley and family on your loss. We cherish the memories of Don the many laughs at the card table and out on the golf course. Don was a great guy - always fun, sincere, and loved life.
Rog and Barb Haberer
December 22, 2025 | Mattoon, IL | Friend
Sorry to hear of your loss. As former neighbors on White Path Way,, Jack and I send our condolences..
Peggy Sheehan
Peggy Sheehan
December 22, 2025 | Alva, FL | Neighbor
Always enjoyed our time and friendship at the club. Missed you when you left to Florida and miss you more now.
Dan Landis
December 21, 2025 | Town And Country, MO | Friend
RIP My Dear Friend I will Cherish My Memories of Our Time Playing Golf at WingHaven CC, MIZZOU Games and Parties at The Vandervort House Our Thoughts and prayers are with the Vandervort Families
Don will be Greatly Missed by His Family and Friends
Donna & Clyde Wright
Clyde Wright
December 21, 2025 | O´Fallon, MO | Friend
Vandervort, Donald R. "Don" Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Tuesday, December 16, 2025.Beloved son of the late Claude & Cora Vandervort (nee Finnegan); loving husband of Shirley A. Vandervort; dearest father of Denise Vandervort and Charles "Casey" (Karen) Vandervort;...
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