William Vanderploeg

The best boss I ever had. I was new at the firm and relatively inexperienced as a legal secretary. He was new to the firm as well. I had done a letter for him. He signed it and brought it back to me. As he put it on my desk, he said Im so glad youre here! Another time, he and the other attorneys sat through a presentation on the WP equipment. He told me later that he had not understood a word of it. I told him not to worry, understanding and working with it was my job. I had already worked...

Think about Steve often and fondly. Always remembered.

It was with shock and sadness that I read of Steve's passing. I worked for him at Mika Meyers. A true gentleman, scholar and friend, and a great boss. Bless you, Steve. Enjoy your eternal life.

dear, betsy, mary, and kathy i could not believe this and i just found out last night 8/9/12 i thought they were misinforme cause i know you had just had your uncle's funeral before your mom died. i had to look it up to see actually see to believe. I was in ohio around that time. i am in awww and tears. my deepest sympathy to you and the family your in my thoughts and prayers

To the family of Steve Vanderploeg,
I want you to know that Steve will be missed and I know he made a positive difference in the life of a dear friend of mine.
Hadley Hartman

I am so sorry for your loss.
Sarah James, Naples, FL

Dear Vanderploeg Family:

I am so sorry for your great loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Steve during one of his Florida visits with my brother Tim. To know Steve was to love him--he was handsome, bright, and captivating.

Thinking of you during this sad time.

Best always,

Linda Moses

I was saddened to read about Steve's death. I worked for him briefly at Mika Meyers early in his career there. I was early in my career as a legal secretary. He was a great boss and a great friend. He will always be in my prayers and memories.

Jean A. Malone (Reifel)