Arthur Lee Vanderburg Jr.
Arthur Lee Vanderburg Jr.
Obituary
Guest Book
Arthur Vanderburg Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Art was born to Evelyn Vanderburg and Arthur Vanderburg, Sr. in Chicago, IL.
After moving to Freeport, TX, Art graduated from Brazosport High School and entered the U.S. Navy where he served 4 years.
After his discharge, Art returned home to marry the love of his life, Edith Jenkins. They remained married for 55 years, 3 months and 23 days. They traveled around the country riding roller coasters and enjoying their 2 sons, Thomas Leon Vanderburg and Kevin Lynn Vanderburg.
Arthur enjoyed camping with his family, bowling, riding roller coasters, playing video games, watching football, and going on cruises.
Art was preceded in death by his parents Evelyn Reed, Arthur Vanderburg, Sr., Stepfather Guy Reed, brothers Donnie L. Vanderburg and Jerry Vanderburg.
He is survived by his wife Edith Jenkins Vanderburg, sons Thomas L. Vanderburg (Heather) of Arlington, TX, Kevin L. Vanderburg of San Antonio, TX, and 5 grandchildren, Jewel, Lane, Holly, Alex, and Theodore Vanderburg, all of Arlington, TX.
Serving as honorary pall bearers are Daniel Zepeda, Levi Atkins, Edward Jenkins, Fred Jenkins, Kevin Vanderburg and Thomas Vanderburg.
A celebration of life will be at Stroud Funeral Home, 538 N. Brazosport Blvd., Clute, TX, on Friday, November 14, 2025. Visitation will be from 12-1pm with a memorial service at 1 pm.
Interment will be at the Veterans National Cemetery in Houston, TX.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Lake Jackson SPCA or the charity of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1 Entry
Nelda Armstrong Hartkey
November 13, 2025
Remember him well from Clute Junior High and Brazosport Sr. High School. I know he will be missed by is Family.
Nelda Armstrong Hartley
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
538 N. Hwy 288B, Clute, TX 77531
Make a Donation
in Arthur Vanderburg's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
People and places connected with Arthur
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Arthur's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Arthur Vanderburg's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
