To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Jon Truitt
March 13, 2019
Wish I had the foresight to engage this wonderful man more and soak up as much wisdom and knowledge from him as possible. A man of character , respected and sound morally. Huge loss
BETTY FISZBAJN-KUKENHEIM
October 27, 2014
MY MOST SINCEREST CONDOLEANCES I OFFER TO NETTY AND FAMILY. I REMEMBER RIES AS A MOST KIND AND SPECIAL PERSON WHOM I GOT TO MEET WHEN RECORDING THE 'SECRET COURAGE FILM'. LOVE, BETTY FISZBAJN-KUKENHEIM, HOLLAND.
Kathy Greeley
October 26, 2014
At Dr. Vanderpol's 90th birthday celebration at Facing History, he sang to us. He had been taking singing lessons, because he had always wanted to. I found his example of embracing life and continuing to be a learner deeply inspiring. I was honored to have had Dr. Vanderpol be a part of my 7th and 8th grade class for a semester as he was learning about Facing History. What an incredible experience for my students to have a Holocaust survivor sharing the class with them! The last time I saw Dr. Vanderpol, I was going through some hard transitions in my life. He could see it in my face and he spoke to me with gentle compassion and wisdom. His words stay with me to this day. I will truly miss him.
Cathy Chun
October 24, 2014
I knew Ries during my time working in Young At Arts. He and Netty were wonderful, kind, generous patrons. His work keeping the Walter Suskind story alive is inspirational. He will be dearly missed by many.
October 24, 2014
My Condolences to Mrs. Vanderpol and her family. Dr. Vanderpol was a great man, always willing to help others.
With his help, I was able to come to America to attend college, and have a life here.
He will always be remembered.
Harry Feng from Quincy
Lucy
October 23, 2014
Maurice was a wonderfully honorable man. His life and story will forever make a positive impact on society. I have always looked up to him and his wife. My condolences to his family. I hope he rests in peace. Thank you for everything, Maurice.
Rosey Beckford
October 22, 2014
My Condolences to Mrs. Nettie Vanderpol and her family. Dr. Vanderpol was a wonderful man. I remember my interview with him when he shared his life story and interests during one of his visit to the health center at North Hill. It was an honor to have known such a great, but humble man. He will truly be missed. Sincerely Rosey
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreYou may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read moreThese free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read moreSome basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more