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Tim Vanden Plas Obituary
Tim Vanden Plas, 50, Green Bay, passed away unexpectedly September 3, 2012. Born on December 23, 1961, in Green Bay, he is the son of Harry and Bonnie (DeBaker) Vanden plas. Tim married the former Julene Wilde on June 21, 1986, at the First United Church of Christ. He enjoyed working with his amateur radios and computers. Tim was a jack of all trades. He recently attended NWTC and achieved his GED certificate in his pursuit of becoming an IT technician. Never the less his finest enjoyment was his role in raising his first granddaughter and looking forward to the arrival of his next granddaughter, Payson. Tim would give the shirt off of his back for anyone sparing no expense to help. He spent countless hours in the neighborhood mowing lawns, snow blowing, cleaning gutters, and doing whatever necessary to help neighbors.
Tim is survived by his parents; best friend and wife of 26 years, Julene Vanden Plas; three children, Matthew (Brittany), Samantha and special friend Jake, and Amanda (Nathan) all of Green Bay; one grandchild, Scarlitt; five brothers and one sister, Paul (Jill), Mark (Debbie), Randy (Dixie), Penny, Kelly (Sue), and Terry (Kelly) Vanden Plas; brother-in-law Kevin (Paula) Wilde; significant family friend, Andrea Volrath; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Patricia Wilde; many other relatives.
Visitation at MALCORE (East) Funeral Home, University Ave at Baird St., Friday from 4 PM until 7 PM. Visitation will continue Saturday at the funeral home from 9:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM at the funeral home with Rev. Robert Laubenstein officiating.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tim Vanden Plas
Sandy Parker
September 12, 2012
Paul,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
September 12, 2012
Penny and Tim's family,
We went to high school together and walked home from bus stop together. I just wanted to let you know I am sorry for your loss. Tim was a good guy, very kind. I will say a prayer for you and all of his family.
Mary Davis (formerly Mary Monigal)
Sue Schoultz
September 7, 2012
Penny,
Our sympathy to you and your family at the loss of your brother.
Sue & Paul Schoultz
September 7, 2012
To the Vanden Plas Family - my deepest sympathy to all of you. May you find pease in all the memories. I grew up with the Vanden Plas boys - and I have a lot of memories jumping the fence in the backyard and hanging at the house. May God Bless you.
Shelly (Laubenstein) Leadley
Will always love you pops and Remember the good and crazy times....I hope you will now look down on us and watch over both ur Granddaughters!
Amanda VP
September 7, 2012
September 6, 2012
To the VandenPlas Family.
Paul was like a boy scout when we were cub scouts. I hung with Mark and Randy mostly. My brother Tom was Tim's age. I remember watching Terry who was the little tough guy. We were all a part of the no name, no uniform Beaumont park brat's make-up football team. Tim will forever be remembered in my childhood as one of the Kenwood Vandenplas'. Rest in peace Tim, I am grieving your passing alongside your family. On behalf of the Clover clan, May our prayers be with yours, Chucky
Amanda Pigeon
September 6, 2012
Dear Juliene & family- I am so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Words cannot convey my true feelings, just know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you, my friend.
Bonnie Renkens
September 6, 2012
Paul,
Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Always remember the good times, as they are the best.
Tom & Bonnie Renkens
Amanda Vanden Plas
September 6, 2012
Dad i will never forget the good times we have. I still cant believe this is real. i hope now you are no longer suffering and your at peace now. i tuly love and miss you
your youngest daughter Amanda and your Grandaughter Payson <3
Kara Leah Steeno (Schmude)
September 6, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all his family. I went to school with Tim. He was always a laugh. I knew he would be a great father. He was a blessing to have as a friend. I am so sad I was not able to know him as an adult. My prayers to his wife and family.
Kelly Percy
September 6, 2012
To All!
Growing up next door to with all the family was a great honor. It is very sad to see the passing of Tim. He was always a kind and gentle person. I will always consider you all a part of the family, a brother or sister. Hugs, God Bless and my Deepest Sympathy goes to each and everyone of you. Love Always!
carrie phillips
September 6, 2012
Vanden Plas so sorry for your lose,God be with you guys on such a hard time
Eric Forsman
September 6, 2012
Tim was a mentor, a teacher, and s good friend. He will be missed. My heart and prayers are with his family. I will see you again my friend.
Amy Keehan
September 6, 2012
Harry please know that I am thinking of you during this difficult time. I wish I could come to the wake to show my support but unfortunately I cannot. Please find peace in knowing your son is where he wanted to be. Thinking of you and the rest of your family!
Mary Compton-Blodgett
September 6, 2012
Dear Paul, Jill, and family, I was so sorry to hear of Tim's passing. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Compton-Blodgett
Jacob Budzban
September 5, 2012
Tim, I know we never got the chance to get to know each other on a real personal level, but the time I was fortunate enough to be in your presence, you taught me what it really meant to be completely selfless. You are one of the most humble men I have ever met and I will never forget you. Thank you for everything. My heart goes out to the Vanden Plas family and I am doing anything and everything I can do to help and to support. Give 'em hell up there!
Samantha Vanden Plas
September 5, 2012
I love you Dad! May you now rest in peace. :) Forever and always, Love your daughter Sam
Samantha Vanden Plas
September 5, 2012
I Love you DAD! May you now rest in peace. :) Love forever and always, Sam
Tammy Wulterkens
September 5, 2012
Dear Vanden Plas Family,
Your loss is unimagineable but your strength will be your guide. So sorry for your loss and sending many healing blessings your way.
Ann Smith
September 5, 2012
My deepest condolences. My love and prayers to the Vanden Plas family and all who are mourning his loss.
Terry VandenPlas
September 5, 2012
I will miss you deeply,big brother.I always looked forward to our visits and time spent together.You always made me feel that even the smallest accomplishments in my life were fantastic!!!Although words can't describe how much I miss you and how much my heart aches,I hope you are at peace now.Love,your baby brother,Terry
September 5, 2012
My Depest simpithies Curly.
The Hollenbeck Family
September 5, 2012
We are just heartbroken for you all and have no words to properly express our sadness. You are so right to have listed among Tim's accomplishments his tremendous generosity to friends and neighbors; we have long-referred to him here in our house as "Saint Tim" for all the many times he has helped us with shoveling and snow blowing - and doing so with such complete humility that he didn't even want to be noticed. He truly had a heart of gold.
As I told Samantha the other day, please do not hesitate to ask us for help if there's anything we can do for you. In the meantime, we are praying fervently for you all to have God's peace even though it's impossible on a human level to understand such a tragedy.
Margaret Sauer
September 5, 2012
Vaden Plas Family, I am so sorry to hear of Tim's passing. I was Tim's second grade teacher at Beaumont School. Tim touched my heart at that time. I even took him to my parents' farm. Please accept my sympathy. My prayers are with your family. Margaret ( Miller) Sauer
Paul Vanden Plas
September 5, 2012
Julene, Matthew, Samantha and Amanda, My deepest sympathy to you and for all of us grieving in this sudden loss. No words will help heal the family during this difficult time. Just know that we are all praying for you. Hold on to and cherish all of your heartfelt and fond memories to keep Tim's spirit alive in your heart, as I will do. God Bless all of you during this most difficult time.
Paul Vanden Plas
September 5, 2012
Julene, Matthew, Samantha and Amanda, My deepest sympathy to you and for all of us grieving this sudden loss. No words will help heal the family during this horrible time, just know that we are praying for you. Hold onto and cherish all of your heartfelt and fond memories of Tim, as we will do as well, to keep his spirit alive in our heart. God Bless all of you during this most difficult time.
Mary Fabry
September 5, 2012
Jene, Matt, Sam and Amanda I am so sorry to hear about Tim I can't imagine how hard and terrible this must be for you. I am praying for you. Tim will always be with you in spirit to watch over and help you.
Jill Vanden Plas
September 5, 2012
Jene, Matt, Sam and Amanda,
We can never be prepared for such a tremendous loss but please know that we are all here for each of you. We will all keep Tim alive in our hearts and minds daily with the many great and funny memories we have of fun family times.
September 5, 2012
Julene and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you and your family.
Hugs....Vickie and Bob Rodig
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