Name: Visitation for James R. Vanderport
Start: 2016-06-03T18:30:00.000Z
End: 2016-06-04T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Wasik Funeral Home - Gendernalik Chapel - New Baltimore

In Loving Memory of James R. Vanderport who passed away on May 24, 2016.

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Published by The Macomb Daily from May 24 to May 30, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for James Vanderport

20 Entries

June 21, 2016

I just found out of Jims passing. I have great memories of Shirl and Jim, Joe Mallette , Pam and myself hanging out on a weekend up north in the summer...And his vet!!! We were so impressed with it...many many memories and so sorry for your loss Shirl and family...I'm hoping you find comfort in all the memories...Thinking of your family....Julie Pappas Brown

Mike & lynn Kline

June 5, 2016

Shirl, Jake, & Victoria
Lynn and I are so saddened by Jim's passing. Jim was such a kind soul and so fun on vacations to Belize, we will not forget him or you guys. Time will heal the sadness and pain, but the memories will live forever. Sorry we could not be there with you.

Love
Mike & lynn

Cameron Reddy

June 4, 2016

I went out for the wrestling team as a freshman at Warren Woods. After getting pinned about five times in a row I wanted to quit. Jim encouraged me to hang with it just a couple more weeks. Well, I kept getting pinned but something about the way he encouraged me to stick with it and I did. The result was years of competitive wrestling even after Warren Woods and into my professional life. Memories memories memories of titanic battles, some won and some lost. I love them all.

I shall ever thank Jim for helping shape me into the competitive athlete I became.

He changed my life.

June 3, 2016

Jim and my husband, John Novak, were room- mates when we were all teaching in Warren Woods. Jim stood up in our wedding and while we haven't seen him in years (since a WW golf outing) we are so sad to learn of his passing. He was one of the "good" guys! We send our prayers to his wife and family.

John and Marybeth Novak
Traverse City, MI 49686

Karen Young

June 2, 2016

Very sorry for the loss. Jim was a great person who I had the pleasure of knowing and working with. He will be greatly missed. Prayers go out to his family.

Barbara Daniel

June 1, 2016

No remember Jim from Southgate High School class of 1966. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers for his family and friends. May he Rest IN peace.
Barbara Rumfelt-Daniel

Diana Dayne

May 31, 2016

Jim, Although I have not seen or talked to you in years, I have very fond memories of you. I remember going to all the wrestling matches cause of my brother Randy who was great friends with you. I know that you are in a better place and you have some mighty fine company up there too I might add. R.I.P. my friend. You will be greatly missed. My prayers are now for your family. Praying that they heal soon, remembering only the fun and good times.

Sandy (Staron) Davis

May 31, 2016

I remember Jim from Southgate High School. He was a very nice guy and an asset to our class of '66. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. R.I.P. Jim

Tina DiTullio

May 31, 2016

I remember Jim walking the halls of SHS. My sincerest sympathy to the family. RIP Jim.

William Paterra

May 30, 2016

I knew James from our class of 1966. He was a great athlete and kind and gentle person. I have fond memories of him, may he RIP.

Linda Turner Broadus

May 30, 2016

I remember Jim in Southgate High School. My deapest condolence to his Family and Friends. RIP

Carol Vick Josifovski

May 30, 2016

I remember Jim and his wrestling skills at Southgate High School. So sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace.

Jo Andes

May 30, 2016

50 yrs ago we graduated from H.S. and went our separate ways; we were able to talk a few months ago and shared some good memories from our school days. To God's loving arms.

May 28, 2016

From our days as wrestling teammates for Southgate HS thru CMU, always the fondest memories of the big smile, great laughter and intense enthusiasm. My deepest sorrow for your loss. Dennis Harland

Beth (Phillipoff) Hatcher

May 28, 2016

My deepest condolences to the entire family! Mr. Vanderport was one of my favorite teachers! RIP

Jerri Eggert

May 28, 2016

My sympathy to Mr. Vanderports family. He was a very kind teacher. He was my science teacher.

Taryn Hoisington-Maurer

May 27, 2016

You will be missed. You were one of greats at WWHS!! Rest in peace Mr. Vanderport! Hugs and prayers to your family. Taryn Hoisington- Maurer

Nina Rattà Gonzalez

May 27, 2016

My deepest sympathy to Jim's family. He was my 9th grade health science teacher and has left a lasting impression I will never forget. RIP my friend.

J.D. VLAZ

May 27, 2016

I'm deeply sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was one of a kind for sure. Great person, teacher, coach and friend. One can not describe his sense of humor, devotion to his family and friends in the space and time here. He will be missed by all who knew him. Thoughts and prayers to his family and know that he will live on in many ways.

Judy Braun-Stone

May 27, 2016

My deepest sympathies to Jim's family and friends. I taught with Jim at Warren Woods High School and he was always the light in the hallowed halls of WW. We had so much fun at lunch and school events. How sad that he is gone. God bless him!

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