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Patricia Van Haitsma
August 21, 2023
It´s been two years. I miss you as much as the day you left us. And love you more than ever!
Barb and Anna
September 19, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Miss you
Patricia Van Haitsma.
September 15, 2022
In memory of Richard L Van Haitsma , on the occasion of the first anniversary of his death. We would love to honor you with a grove of trees
That is a total of 100 tress planted in your honor with our great love and affection
We love you always and will always miss you!
Your Family, Patricia, Gretchen& Carl Moraw and Barbara Bates. Also our granddaughters and niece and grandniece
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Patricia Van Haitsma
August 21, 2022
A year has passed& I miss you more than ever. I love you more than ever. Last year we were in shock. This year is so painful but we have worked hard to honor you. I think you would be very proud of your family
All my love to you!
Sammi
September 24, 2021
Forever in our hearts! You are so missed & we love you dearly, Papa!
Halle
September 23, 2021
We will miss you, Papa Ric. I will forever cherish the times we got to spend together. Love you always!
Patricia L Van Haitsma
September 22, 2021
Always loved and never forgotten! I will love you forever. Our family will love you to the end of time. Until we meet again. I will cherish the love we shared!
Anna
September 20, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Barbara
September 20, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Z
August 29, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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