Patricia Minnie Van Dam

Just found out about Patti's passing at the Farm Bureau Convention. I am so sorry for your loss. I was in LFB with her, always enjoyed talking about agricultural issues with her. Patti's passion for agriculture and her family was so obvious. She will always be missed at Farm Bureau functions.

You and your family will be in my prayers. Sorry Bert for your loss.

I am so sorry for your lost! She was a great person and will be truly missed!!!!

We are so sorry to hear of Patty's passing. Our sympathies to you, Bert, and to your family. May you feel God's love and comfort during this time of sorrow and loss. Andy and Karen Sytsma (Ripon, CA)

My condolences for the family , Bert , son & daughter, she was and in my mind she still is a great woman . Lots of courage !

Vincent Deroover friend of Tim and Gregory from Belgium

Bert and family:
I just want to express my sadness in your loss, and my prayer that God will shower you with His loving care during this difficult time.
Bob Sluis

My dear friend, Patty, will be greatly missed by me. We shared many interests, such as; art, English history, religion, world views and just plan fun. We shared the love of family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, mother in law and of course, wife. My daughter, Krissy and Patty's nephew, Ed, lived with patty and Bert last spring when their house sold quickly. Generous is the word that most would use to describe her. Our family send prayers and love to Bert, Renee, BJ, Jeremy, Windy, Jordan, Jack, Mark and Little B. Victoria and Steve Turner, Overland Park, KS

Dear Bert and Family, so very sorry for your loss, Patty was always a fun and happy person to be around in school and at young people's. You have my sympathies and will be in my thoughts and prayers. Rita Kootstra

Patty was often one of the few women to sit on agricultural advisory boards. I always admired her willingness to speak up and offer an alternate perspective. She contributed greatly to the agricultural community and industry. She will be greatly missed.

Our prayers and thoughts are with you Bert and family We pray that our God of Grace will comfort and sustain you in this time of sorrow. Our prayers are also with Patty's siblings; Teresa, Janet, Pete and families in their loss of their sister.
Love from cousin Jake and Pauline Appelhof. Lethbridge Canada

Patty was my host mom for a year. She became a real friend and I am so thankfull for the opportunity that she gave me to spend a year at their place. She drove me around like she was my real mom, she helped me in understanding the American society, we had great discussions on the differences between the US and Europe. After my exchange year we became real friends and stayed in touch. We travelled together, what a cruise for her 50th birthday, and she met my entire family and many of my friends. Last time we saw each other, only a few weeks ago, we were making plans again of travelling with all the kids to Disneyland for her 60th birthday....
When I tell people that she passed away than everybody comes up with his or her memory, even when they met her only once, 10 years ago! She was a great person! I learned so many things from her and it was really a privilage to get to know her. She will be in my heart forever! Thank you so much for all the things you did for me, you are one of the most remarkable people I have ever met! My thoughts are with Bert, Renae, BJ, Pete and the family! Even far away in Belgium we miss you already!

Dear Beloved Patti,
For all of our 42 year friendship, I knew you were just around the corner. There has never been a better friend in life than what you were to me. Please know in your BEAUTIFUL loving heart how much you are loved and how much you are already missed. For all who love you, our comfort lies in knowing that you are now in the presence of Our Heavenly Father, and your suffering is thru. May you rest in peace Beloved Friend.

With Much Love, Roy and Barbara Christensen-Mix

Pat and my husband, Don, were on the CMAB Board together for many years. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jackie Giacomazzi, Hanford, CA

We were shocked to hear that Patty has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. We are happy that we were able to have Lunch with you and Patty the last time we were in Ontario. love from Hank and Tina Harbers. Canada

Our thoughts are with you at this time... I will be praying for you Bert and family and Pete and family for your deep loss.. Wife , Mother, Grandmother, Sister. Sorry to hear... We were neighbors for years.

To all who love Patty with all their hearts, may our Heavenly Father hold you close to himself while you morn the loss of such a precious soul.
Al and Deb Magietto

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bert and the family during this difficult time. I know that I will sure miss sitting next to her at the CMAB table. She was a wonderful advocate for Dairy and Agriculture. I know that she will be looking down from the pastures of Heaven and blessing us all. RIP Pat!

Hi Bert; Sorry about your loss had no idea she was sick Missed seeing you when I was in Chino the month of April.Hopefully we can chat in September when there for Linda`s 50th high school reunion. Again our heartfelt sympathy. Tony and Linda Van Beek

Our condolences to Pat's family. Pat was a tremendous advocate for agriculture and we will all miss her dearly.

The California Beef Council

I was so shocked and saddened to read this. Deepest sympathy to you Bert and family.

Psalm 28:7 The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song.
We give thanks for Patti's godly example in life and her assurance of eternity with Christ in glory!
May the Lord be your Comfort and Joy as He sees you through this sorrowful time.

Our sympathy to Bert and her family. Pat was a great lady, mother and grandmother. We will truly miss her at the CMAB board meetings. RIP Pat.
Linda and Loren Lopes

Sending prayers and healing energy to all whose hearts are heavy with the loss of Pattty from this world...

Love and sympathy to Bert, Renee, and BJ,, We have fond memories of living across the street from you guys,, my favorite memory of Patty is when she came outside and told the men to carry the trampoline across the street so that our kids could use it!! So very nice, also, the warm stroupp waffles brought to our door! You are all in our prayers!!, with love, the Billy and Sharon Idsinga family