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Pamela E. vanKlaveren
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Pamela vanKlaveren Obituary
Pamela passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home at the age of 81. She was born to the late James and Hazel Nitschky on February 23, 1944 in Bay City, Michigan.
Pamela is survived by her daughter, Jennifer vanKlaveren; grandson, Conner LeRoy (Keara) of Lehi, Utah and niece, Laurel McClure. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Anne vanKlaveren and sister, Valerie Pemberton.
The family would like to thank the staff with American Hospice, and a very special thank you to the staff of Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home for the outstanding and loving care they provided over the past 5 years.
Cremation has taken place and a private burial will be held at Floral Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home.
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