Photo courtesy of Dougherty Funeral Home - Duluth
Duluth, Minnesota
Apr 14, 1994 – Feb 6, 2016
Benjamin Van Deelen, 21, of Duluth, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, February 6, 2016. He was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on April 14, 1994, to Nick and Lynn. Ben was a graduate of Hermantown High School and attended college at the University of Minnesota-Duluth Ben was fearless and sought...
Read MoreI am so sorry for your loss. I did not know your son, I am just a friend of his Aunt Nancy.
I am truly sorry for your loss and pain
Micah Asher
February 16, 2016 | Woodbury, MN
What a joy it is to remember Ben's laughter and see his love of life when he, Anna and Amy along with Nick and Lynn were in La Pennsula a couple of years ago visiting Dick and Jan. It has been a long week of sadness thinking about the family but comforting that he is in the Father's arms. Mari and Margaret
February 12, 2016
My heart breaks for you. I cannot imagine what you are going through. My deepest sympathy.
Marty Osborn
February 11, 2016
So very, very sad to hear of Ben's unexpected passing. Lifting all of you in prayer. May Our Father keep you wrapped in His loving arms, comfort & strengthen you in the days to come.
Marte Bergman
February 11, 2016 | Sand Lake, MI
May God's Plan be known to you all. Nick and Lynne I am so very sorry to read of this amazing young man's passing and offer you my deepest heartfelt sympathy. There are no words to make this any less tragic and heartbreaking for you other then God's Word and His promise that one day we will all be together again. May the love of your Christ; family and friends sustain and comfort you in the days ahead. With deepest love to you all.
Amanda (Mandi) Stressman
February 11, 2016 | Wyoming, MI
May God's never ending strength and peace find you and may you find comfort in knowing Ben's beautiful soul has earned his wings. Hugs and prayers.
Wendi Valure
February 10, 2016 | Duluth, MN
Lynn, Nick, Anna & Abby,
I am so sorry to learn of Ben's passing. He was such a happy, kind, polite and personable youngster during the elementary school years when I knew him. Ben and your family have been constantly on my mind since I learned of his death. Your family was always very special to me during my days as
elementary principal. Know that each of you are in my thoughts and prayers. May all the fond memories you have of Ben and your time together, help you to get...
February 10, 2016
Dear Family,
How sad I was to hear of Ben's passing. I'm so sorry for your loss of a dear son, brother, and grandchild. Jan was always so eager to share sweet stories about Ben. May God lift you all up in his arms as you walk on this sad journey. May you feel God's peace and presence even during this difficult time. You will be held up in prayer!
Audrey Rose
February 10, 2016 | Willard, OH
I am so sorry for your loss. Heavenly Father, I pray your grace and mercy upon this family as they mourn this tragic loss. Comfort them and fill them with memories of Ben that will keep him alive in their hearts and life. Give them a glimpse of him walking with you Lord, surround them with a support group and your angels. I ask the Holy Spirit to intercede on behalf of this beautiful family and provide for all their needs. Lord, touch their hearts and guide them through this time of great...
Kelly Pederson Hanson
February 10, 2016 | Duluth, MN