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Wilma Vander Pol Obituary

Wilma Vander Pol
July 18, 1929 - January 28, 2023
Lynden, Washington - In the early morning hours of January 28th, 2023 Wilma Pearl (Haak) Vander Pol went home to glory at the age of 93. A private family graveside was held, followed by a Service at United Reformed Church, 8650 Benson Road, Lynden, WA on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 11:00 AM. Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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Published by Bellingham Herald from Feb. 1 to Feb. 4, 2023.

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Pastor Ted O´Hara

January 31, 2023

Miss Wilma´s life was a beautiful testimony. Praise God for her Christ-magnifying qualities. May He continue to surround her family with His love, comfort and presence.

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11:00 a.m.

United Reformed Church

8650 Benson Road, Lynden, WA

Funeral services provided by:

Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Lynden

202 Front St., Lynden, WA 98264

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