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John Van Leur Obituary
He was born September 28, 1925, to the late Albert and Hazel Baughfman Van Leur. He was a retired salesman in new home construction, a United States Navy Veteran serving in World War II and a longtime member of Southeast Christian Church, where he also served as an usher for many years.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joan Ainslie Van Leur; children, Kathy Moll, Kim Phelps (Ed) and John "Van" Van Leur (Pam); three grandchildren, Cory Thomas and Casey Phelps and Nena Honey; one brother; and two sisters.
A celebration of his life will be conducted Thursday, July 8, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Southeast Christian Church with a reception following. Arrangements under the direction of Arch L. Heady at Resthaven.
Expressions of sympathy are suggested to Southeast Christian Church or Hopeful Hearts Foundation, P.O. Box 437015, Louisville, KY 40253.
Please visit his guestbook at www.archlheadyresthaven.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Van Leur
Sheree Royal
July 8, 2010
Joan & Family, Ed & I are so sorry for your loss. Jack was a Great guy and will be truly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed & Sheree' Royal
Michele Dunkelberger
July 8, 2010
Joan, Kathy, Kim, and Van: I am so sorry that I can not be with you in person today. Know that I am with you in spirit and that you have constantly been in my thoughts and prayers. I loved Uncle Jack and I will miss him. We were all blessed to have been part of his family. God Bless you and Keep You all. Love Michele
Marianne Burton-Boyd
July 8, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
July 6, 2010
Joan, I am so sorry about your loss. I know he will be greatly missed. You and your family are in my prayers. Frankie Stich
Larry & Cindy Hayes
July 6, 2010
So very sorry for your loss. (Friends of Van and Pam.)
Julie Northam Elliott
July 6, 2010
Joan & Family, I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Van Leur's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and if I can be of any help to you, just call. It's comforting to know that Mom is there to welcome him home. Take care.
Vickie Drescher
July 6, 2010
Joan,
So sorry for your loss. It saddens my heart that he is gone. Please know that you and all your loved ones are in my prayers and I feel so blessed to have known him even for a brief time in life. He was a "Gem". I can still see his face and him sitting next to us in church. We will see him again on the streets that are golden. Love you, Vickie
Kim Phelps
July 5, 2010
Dad, I love you and you will be missed.
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