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Kaylie Schaffer
May 07, 2018 | Spanish Fork, UT | Family


Esperance, New York
James Elon VanDerwerken, 80, passed away at his home in Esperance on September 9, 2011, after a short illness. He was born in Central Bridge to Elon and Florence (Drumm) VanDerwerken. In 1949, he graduated from Schoharie Central School where he began his lifetime love of basketball. He received...
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Kaylie Schaffer
May 07, 2018 | Spanish Fork, UT | Family
We moved to the area in 1985 and began taking our children to the Pumpkin Patch soon after. It was an enjoyable part of their childhood that they looked forward to. They continue to visit, along with our two grandsons. My husband sang in the community choir, at the Cobleskill Lutheran Church, with Jim for several years and enjoyed having conversations with him. Our sympathy to your family.
Nancy Richmond
September 20, 2011 | Fultonville, NY

I will never forgot growing up with the entire Vanderwerken family. I have so many fond memories.
And to Cindy and Debbie, I send you my deepest condolences.
Carole Palmer
September 16, 2011
Ray and Zora have greeted Jim and are having a good long chat. I loved Bishop's very kind manner. My love to Lois and children. Regina Chase
September 14, 2011
Jim will certainly be missed by me and all of mine. We remember him and all of his family with great love.
Gayle King
September 14, 2011 | New Gloucester, ME