Thomas Steven Vander Woude

In memory of Thomas Steven Vander Woude
A true and faithful man who gave his life saving his son on September 8, 2008 in this location.
God alone understands.

Dear Vander Woude's family,
I am sorry for your loss. God bless him and his family. A true hero! Best wishes. We wish him well.

Mary Ellen & Family. Tom's death was announced at St. Joseph's services today and we were so saddened. Your entire family played a key role in our lives at St. Joseph's Church and School and you have definitely remained in our hearts. Tom is indeed an inspiration and we know how much your family will miss him. We send much love from Georgia

Dear Mary Ellen and all the members of the Vander Woude family: I was so very moved at the Funeral yesterday with the tremendous outpouring of love and respect so many people have for Thomas. You and Tom have such a beautiful family that is truly the model for all of us in this country and really around the world. Mr. Thomas Vander Woude's life is so impressive; he not only loved Christ but he also lived his life the way Christ would live. There is no doubt Thomas is in heaven doing something for someone else.

My condolences to the whole family. I graduated from Franciscan University with Bob. Be sure of my prayers.

We are sorry for your devastating loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that your overwhelming family bond and love has touched our hearts. The Lord truly has another Angel in heaven.

Dear Mary Ellen, you and Tom were our NFP teaching couple 31 years ago in Atlanta. As a couple, you were an inspiration to us in many ways. We are so sorry to hear of Tom's heroic death. You and the whole family are in our thoughts and prayers.

I can't imagine the heartache you are feeling at this time. I also can't imagine what it must feel like to know you were actually married to a TRUE HERO. He made the ultimate sacrifice just like our Lord made. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that of all people God WILL TAKE CARE of him now. Bless you all.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Glenna and Dan Ohlms

Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Remember Mr. Vanderwoude is just asleep. he knows he will always be in your heart and prayers and will be in heaven waiting for us all.

Dear Mrs. VanderWoude and sons,
I wish to extend to you my sincere sympathy at the loss of your husband/father. I will remember the dedication to Basketball at Seton school. I went to many Earthen Vessels games and Mr. VanderWoude was there to help with half time activites. May God wrap his arms around you and surround with his loving care.