BOB "Too Tall" ZUIDERVLIET

BOB "Too Tall" ZUIDERVLIET obituary

BOB "Too Tall" ZUIDERVLIET

BOB ZUIDERVLIET Obituary

Published by Post-Tribune from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2009.

BOB ZUIDERVLIET
"Too Tall"
Westville, Indiana

Bob "Too Tall" Zuidervliet age 52 of Westville, IN, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 in Valparaiso, IN. He was born June 6, 1957 in Patterson, NJ to Robert and Dorothy (Berryman) Zuidervliet, who survive of River Edge, NJ. Bob is also survived by his wife, Darlene Zuidervliet of Westville, IN; daughter, Alison (Justin) Penland of Auburn, IN; son, Jake Zuidervliet of Portage, IN; step-children, Candy (Dale) Johns of Westville, IN, Jamie Bland of Fort Wayne, IN, and Jesus (Randi) Juarez of Porter, IN; former wife and friend, Joyce Russell of Portage, IN; brother, Ken (Erin) Zuidervliet of River Edge, NJ; sister, Nancy (Rich) Curran of River Edge, NJ; 9 grandchildren; aunt, Cora; 4 nieces and 1 nephew. Bob was an area resident since 1977, coming from New Jersey and worked as a Millwright for Mittal Steel. He was a member of Porter County HAWG Hunters, Harley Davidson Abate Association and Stroud's Bad Boyz-Riding Dinner Club. Bob was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be missed. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Edmonds & Evans Funeral Home Portage Chapel, 6941 Central Ave., Portage, IN. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 16, 2009 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Cremation will be performed at Heritage Crematory, Portage, IN. www.EE-FH.com.

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October 27, 2009

Father Charlie Urnick posted to the memorial.

October 20, 2009

John & Mary Aquino posted to the memorial.

October 18, 2009

Martha Stucke & Family posted to the memorial.

Father Charlie Urnick

October 27, 2009

To the Family of Bob Zuidervliet - I just learned of Bob's death today. Please know that I will be remembering him in my prayers, and all his family members as well. May God give all of you the strength and grace you need at this time.

John & Mary Aquino

October 20, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Martha Stucke & Family

October 18, 2009

Our deepest sympathies to your family. If we can
do anything you know you can call.
Best Wishes!!!!

October 16, 2009

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BOB. HE WAS A STAND UP KIND OF GUY. I'M SURE HE'S RIDING HIS HAWG ALL THE WAY TO HEAVEN. BURL ARTIS, GOREVILLE,ILLINOIS

Amanda Szentesy

October 16, 2009

Too Tall was one of the nicest people I ever had the pleasure of knowing. I know that my life and my father's life only benefited from having him in it. We will greatly miss him. Our thoughts and prays are with you.

Liz Jackson

October 16, 2009

I knew Bob when he was married to Joyce and I really liked Bob, it was really tough to hear about his passing, he will be in my thoughts and prayers. And my thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and friends. Memories are a gift from God.

October 16, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss.
We knew Bob from work, and he was a great guy...always smiling.
You have our deepest sympathy.

Jim & Liz Nipple

Matt and Louise Heerschap

October 16, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. We do pray that God will give comfort and peace for this most difficult time.

Melvin & Toni Monroe

October 16, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We worked with Bob in the mill, he was a kind, thoughtful man that will be missed by all.

Pam Adair

October 15, 2009

I will miss him dearly as I know anyone who ever met him will. He was a wonderful guy and heaven must be falling apart for god to be taking all these beautiful men our family has lost recently... Hang in there Dar I love you.

GERALDINE DILLON

October 15, 2009

IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.I WORKED WITH BOB IN THE MILL FOR YEARS.HE WAS A GREAT GUY.ALWAYS HELPING OTHERS.HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL.MAY YOU REST IN PEACE,BOB

October 15, 2009

Our thoughts & prayers are with you in this time of grief. Bob was a long time friend and best man at our wedding. We'll always remember his smile and gracious nature. May your memories provide you comfort. And may he rest in peace. Grace & Luis Veliz

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October 27, 2009

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