Grand Rapids, Michigan
VANDER BAND - Mr. LeRoy "Van" Vander Band, aged 73 of Wayland, MI, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, August 27, 2010. Van retired from General Motors Metal Fabricating Plant as a WEMR, local #730, for 22.2 years. He also worked at McInerney Spring & Wire Co. for 19.75 years. His...
Read MoreI think of Uncle Van often and they are happy memories, some make me outright and laugh. Now that I am retired I now live in his home and I feel him and see his love in things around the house, items I find or glimpse from the past. Love you and miss you. Until we meet again!! Green side up!!!
Sherry Snyder
August 25, 2023 | Family
Thanksgiving time game and went. We filled the room with your memories and your love was felt by us all. Wish you could have enjoyed the remodeling that you worked so hard to do. God's will be done even if we don't want to let go. I love You Uncle Van! Your stories and grumble will always be in my heart. GREEN SIDE UP!!
Sherry Snyder
November 26, 2010 | Martin, MI
Rosie, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and the family at this time. And I pray that God will help you through this difficult time.
Donna Wohlford
September 02, 2010 | Caledonia, MI
Rosie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, during these difficult times. May God be with you all. I send a special hug for Sherry, I know that she really loved her uncle Van.
Kris Lemonds
September 01, 2010 | Burton, MI
Rosie, You and Van have been such an valuable part of the Swartz family. Our hearts are sharing your loss. Van will be missed by all of us. Our prayer is that God will hold you close through this difficult time.
September 01, 2010
Rosie and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this really difficult time.
Debbie "Bennett" Hagins
Debbie Hagins
August 31, 2010 | Byron Center, MI
Rosemary, We were so sorry to see LeRoy's obituary. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. I remember when it all started, about 60 years ago. It sounds like you both had a very fulfulling life with your family and friends. Our prayers are with you. Pat (Bouwkamp) and Dick Gilchrist.
August 31, 2010
Was a great experience working with you May you rest in peace
Rick French
August 31, 2010