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for James Vredenburgh
Sandy Peters
March 3, 2019
Caren dear, while the time passes the memories never fade. Cindy and I miss our time spent with you and Jim more than we can say. How wonderful those memories are. Please know we love you and continue to hold Jim close in our hearts!
Much love...
February 9, 2013
I just learned of Jim's passing.I am deeply saddened. I had occasions to deal with him when I was the Gamma Delta chapter president many years ago. He was one of the most honest and giving people I have had the privilege to meet.My prayers are with his family.
FYBITB, M J Merry Gamma Delta 74
Kathy Crosby
March 31, 2012
Caren, I just read about Jim. I will be keeping you and the family uplifted in prayer. You have my very heartfelt and deepest sympathy.
Sandy Severson
March 27, 2012
Caren and Family,
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will miss him.
March 23, 2012
Dear Caren,
My love and prayers to you and your family.
Kevin
Bill Wilson
March 22, 2012
Caren,
My sincere condolences to you. I only met Jim once (at that summer concert a couple of years ago), but I got enough of a sense of him—and of you both together—to know how dearly he will be missed by you and your family. You will all be in my prayers.
March 22, 2012
I am so happy for the time that we have come to know Jim and his wonderful family. He was a delight to care for and I looked forward to every meeting with him. You are in my thoughts throughout the coming weeks and months.
Trista VanArsdale RN
Steve Green
March 20, 2012
Dear Caren,
It has been a long time and I was very sad to read of Jim's passing. May the wonderful memories of how he lived his life provide guidance and treasures to you, the kids and grandchildren. My sincere condolences.
Joe Latore
March 19, 2012
My heart goes out to Jim's family. He was a friend as soon as he met you, and provided a sense of leadership and support to us younger Brothers with each handshake and smile. Rest peacefully, Brother Jim.
jen reeves
March 18, 2012
Dear Caren, I'm truly saddened to hear of Jim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss. I wish I was there to give you a hug.
You have my most sincere condolences.
Mary Jording
March 18, 2012
Caren, We want you to know all of us in Radiation Oncology at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. We will miss his uplifting spirit.
Jane Fedder Brotherton
March 17, 2012
Caren,
I was so saddened to learn of Jim's passing. I know that you are surrounded by love and will be comforted by your memories of your wonderful life with Jim.
I will always remember Jim manning the barbecue on Halloween, being the gracious host.
Take care and be strong
Bob Dyer
March 17, 2012
Caren, just want you to know Jen and I are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. We are very sorry for your loss. Bob Dyer
Jill Beckmann
March 16, 2012
Caren & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time.
March 16, 2012
Dear Caren, I know that Jim has left many happy footprints on your lives. Remember to keep these thoughts close to your hearts,for it is these memories that will help heal your grief. Ted Likes Iota 640
Bill Albright
March 15, 2012
Caren and familly, although no words can really help to ease your loss, may your memories give you strength.
Nanci Mentzer
March 15, 2012
Caren - I just found out about your loss today and wanted to let you know how sorry I am. You are in my thoughts.
Nanci
Michael Shannon
March 15, 2012
To the family of Brother Vrendenburgh, my deepest and heartfelt sympaithies are with you! Brother Jim was a true inspiration to thousands and thousands of young men all over this great country. He has left an indelible mark on all of us. Well done good an faithful servant.
March 15, 2012
CAREN, I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT JIM WAS A INSPIRATION TO EVERYONE HE CAME IN CONTACT WITH, HIS FAMILY AND MANY YOUNG ADULTS HE CAME IN CONTACT WITH IN COACHING SPORTS. IT WAS A HONOR TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO COACH AND KNOW JIM. ALL MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY ON YOUR LOSS....
NORMAN BRONSON
Sherry Mitchell
March 14, 2012
Caren,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. There's nothing I can say that will ease your pain but I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you all.
My deepest condolences,
Tom Lange
March 14, 2012
Dear Caren Family,
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
TOM LANGE
Ryan Tracy
March 14, 2012
Dear Steve and the Vredenburgh family,
I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I'm so happy to have met Jim, we always talked about the Hokies and golf. He was a great man and I know how much he meant to Steve. Again, your in my thoughts and I'm so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Ryan Tracy
March 14, 2012
Dear Caren and family,
out thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. there is no way to prepare for the loss .... treasure all the memories you all have created..
with love from susan and rick kinney and all of us at Susan Kinney Ltd, Patina V and Elevations
Mike Kraus
March 13, 2012
Vredenburgh family, a sincere condolence on your loss. You may not remember me, but there were some good times had at our home as a kid filling the steins of all at the annual Brat Fests. My youngest son is following in my dad's (Roger) footsteps as he is in his second year at K State and Theta XI Fraternity. Matthew was also nominated associate of the year his Freshman Year.From a fellow cancer survivor who received treatment at Siteman, I wish you much comfort in your loss. Michael Kraus, (Rogers son) Diana Kraus (My spouse)Matthew and Mitchell (My sons) and Mary Jane "Mimi" Kraus (My mother)
Jim LeRoy
March 13, 2012
Caren and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim and I grew up together on Dorothy Heights and he lived right across the street from me. I have many fond memories of Jim throughout the years and I am deeply saddened upon hearing the news of his passing. He will always be a friend and he will be missed. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless!
Tim Sutter
March 13, 2012
My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Tim
March 13, 2012
To the Vredenburgh Family:
In this difficult time in your lives, may you find comfort in God's Word, the Bible. James 4:8 encourages; "Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you."
My condolences,
SJB.
Sandy Peters
March 13, 2012
Dearest Caren, Cindy and I are heartbroken to have learned of Jim's death. What wonderful memories we have of our times together. Please accept all our love and sympathy over your loss. Everyone who knew Jim will miss him terribly! When i called Cindy, who is out of town, to tell her she was deeply saddened. Lots and lots of love....Sandy Peters
Rob Fieldhouse
March 13, 2012
Dear Caren, I am so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You mean so much to all of us here in Brown Creative... please know that you & your loved ones are in my thoughts constantly, and that I miss your energy, creativity and wisdom every single day. Rob
Jeanne Lashmett
March 13, 2012
Caren, I am so sorry for your loss and will be thinking of you in the days to come
Bonnie Gurwicz
March 13, 2012
My darling Caren,
There are no words to express how my heart hurts for you and your family.
From the day I met you there was an instant connection and it always made me smile when I would talk to you or just think about you.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You are such a warm, lovely, caring person, I have no doubt you are surrounded by people who love and adore you.
Please give yourself a huge hug from me.
Love you, Bonnie
Michael/Lauren Hamburg
March 13, 2012
Caren, We are so sorry for your loss and feel so blessed to have had Jim in our lives. He was such an amazing man. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you, Mike and Steve.
With Love, Michael and Lauren
March 12, 2012
Caren - what is there to say? I'm so sorry that you and your family have had to experience Jim's loss, but know that he'll always be with you in spirit.
Lenore Augustine
March 12, 2012
Dear Caren,
Please accept my sincere condolences my thoughts and pryers are with you and your family at this time of need.
Your old friend
Donald Q. Kelly Naples Florida
Ted Hammen
March 12, 2012
Dear Caren,
I am so sad to hear the news. You will always be in my thoughts.
Love,
Ted
Steve/Eileen Hamburg
March 12, 2012
Caren, Mike and Steve,
You know how devastating the loss is to us and he will always be in our hearts. A truer friend there never was or will be. We all lost a part of ourselves when he left but we all have a part of him. Love you always, Eileen and Steve
Missy McCorison
March 12, 2012
Caren - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. May Jim rest peacefully. XO - Missy
Sara Masterson
March 12, 2012
Caren,
May you find peace during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 12, 2012
Caren
So sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Betty Winder
March 12, 2012
Caren - On behalf of my family, we extend our deepest sympathies, respect and love. Allen Meyer
March 12, 2012
My deepest condolences to you, Caren and your family. May Jim's soul rest in eternal peace. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Bina
Simon Huang
March 12, 2012
Caren: Condolences to you and family on your loss.
Mary Whiteaker
March 12, 2012
Caren, I was truly heartbroken to hear about your loss. Wishing you comfort as you remember and celebrate Jim's life, and all he meant to everyone who knew him.
Mary Bourland
March 12, 2012
Caren,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers during this difficult time. If there is any way that I can help, or you need anything, please let me know.
Lora Wilson
March 12, 2012
Caren,
I am so sorry to hear about Jim--I know he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family.
Lucia Brda
March 12, 2012
Caren and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I hope wonderful memories will give you strength and peace.
Eddie Sprengel
March 12, 2012
Caren,
I was sorry to hear about Jim's loss last week.We all love you and our prayers are with you and the family during these times.
Eddie
Vanessa Abanathy
March 12, 2012
"Caren and family, although I did not have the pleasure of meeting your dear husband, I would like to express my deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. If there is anything that I can do for you, please let me know.
Donna Hubbard
March 12, 2012
Caren and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. All of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sarah Stephenson
March 12, 2012
Caren and family -
I am sorry to hear about Jim......I know how integral he was to your family and I know his memory will live on in all of you - forever....I am so glad he got to know about your new grand-daughter...she will be a wonderful way to carry on his legacy. Thinking of you.....
Stacey Kehm
March 12, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Vicki and Gary Friedman
March 12, 2012
Dear Caren, Mike and Steve, Wonderful times for all of us "growing up" together... through school, coaching, laughing, crying, joys, high school, college and beyond. Jim, we will miss you so very much and you brought so much to everyone that you touched.
Much love to all, Vicki and Gary Friedman
Tricia Kleber
March 12, 2012
Jim, thank you for all of your years of service to Theta Xi. We definitely felt your positive impact, which will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.
Tricia Kleber, Little Sister
March 12, 2012
I was very saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I feel honored to have known Jim through our inter- fraternity family. On behalf of the Sigma Pi Educational Foundation, and myself, please accept our condolences.
Les Wright
March 12, 2012
Caren, I am so sorry for your loss. Just know you are in out thoughts and prayers. Love, the Kunderers
March 11, 2012
Caren, we are so sad to hear of Jim's passing. We have so many wonderful memories of our days on Leighton Court and I can still hear Jim's spooky Halloween stories! You and your family are in our prayers. The Collins
Erin Fleming
March 11, 2012
Jim aka Jimbo, started off as one of my patients and ended up becoming one of my friends. I will miss our Thursday talks and miss the way he use to light up when he talked about his family. I am so happy he got to meet his granddaughter. You all are in my prayers.
Terri Pichee
March 11, 2012
Caren, Dean & I are so sad. Jim was one of the best men we have ever known. We have such great memories from "Leighton Landing", halloween in particular. You and the boys are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you a hug, Dean & Terri
Jeanette Moeller
March 11, 2012
Caren, You have my sympathy on your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
annette gast
March 11, 2012
Caren: Saw the obituary. Harold and I remember your family at Spoede, and we are truly sorry for your loss. Harold and I remember your hubby as a very nice guy.
March 11, 2012
Brother Jim - Your position will be filled, but you will never be replaced. I'm honored to have known you; a Hokie & a TX brother.
R. Compton (VA Beach, VA)
Davida Sparks
March 11, 2012
Dear Caren, Mike, Steve and Whitney,
I am so sorry for your loss. Having gone through this myself, I can understand the pain, hurt and sadness you feel. You all are and always will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am here for you always. Much love.
Sherri & Eli Sadon
March 11, 2012
Dear Caren and Family,
So sorry to hear about dear Jim's passing. He was so loved and respected by all of us in the "neighborhood" for so many years and we will always remember his warmth, humor and the wonderful person he was. May his memories serve as a blessing to you and may he rest in peace. Much Love, Sherri, Eli, Michelle and Judi Sadon
March 11, 2012
Caren & family - our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Dave & Judy Crane Osage Beach, MO
March 11, 2012
Caren and family. We just wanted to express our deepest condolences to you and your wonderful family. What a tragic loss Jim's passing is to our family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Royal & Sharon Traver(Chelsea, New York)
Bill Petri
March 11, 2012
All the times that I met Jim, I don't think I ever saw him not smiling. What a wonderful man he was and how lucky for all of you to have called him family. I know the sorrow is great and that nothing will bring you peace and comfort. However, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
sheri shapiro
March 11, 2012
dear caren, mike and steve and family....i am so saddened to hear this news...you are all in my thoughts and prayers...i am so happy jim was able to meet his little granddaugher...knowing him as i do that had to be his greatest joy...my love to all, sheri shapiro
Jim McKown
March 11, 2012
So long Ole Friend and Brother, 'til We meet again! Your impact on the lives and destiny of many are countless. The world is a much better place having had You as a Leader and Friend! Gone from the Earthly confines, but never to be forgotten! May all Your remaining travels be peaceful!
Yours in The Bonds
Crash,
BO16
Rob Skelton
March 11, 2012
Brother Jim, I feel honored to have known you as a brother, fellow Hokie, and as a friend. As you pass through heaven's gates we celebrate all you've done and what we've come to know from your work and actions here on Earth. Rest my brother, may you rest in peace.
Yours In The Bonds
Rob
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