Richard-VanderWeele-Obituary

Richard G. VanderWeele

Kalamazoo, Michigan

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DIED
July 21, 2025
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Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Richard G. VanderWeele, age 71 of Kalamazoo, died on July 21, 2025. He was born on March 7, 1954, in Vicksburg, Michigan, the son of Thomas and Grace (VanDenBerg) VanderWeele. Rich was a graduate of Comstock High School. He served in the U.S. Navy. Rich was a lifelong truck driver, working with...

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Rich and I spent quite a bit of time together approximately 35-40 yrs ago. The first thing I learned about him was his devotion to and love of his family and friends. The second thing I learned about Rich was that 2-3 weeks at the end of each November was off limit so he could go up north to hunt with his family. He was a gifted man when it came to training his dogs and he really loved them so much. He (tried) to teach me about raising flowers and their care. He was devoted to his folks, his...

Sorry to hear of Dick´s passing. Keeping all in our prayers for God to give the family comfort and peace for the days ahead. Russ & Donna Dusseljee

I grew up around the VanderWeeles. What a great family. I always loved talking with Rich and it usually included some things about hunting or fishing. RIP my friend! Love to the hole family

Jerry, Tammy, Julie---So sorry for your loss. Sincere condolences from Todd and Melody Charlton

I grew up hanging around the VanderWheeles. I only talked to Rich a few times but he was always friendly to me. I know he and Sparky are up in heaven having a great reunion!