Jason R. Vander Woude

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Jason Vander Woude Obituary

JASON R. VANDER WOUDE Jason R. Vander Woude, 42, died Monday, April 22, 2013 He was greatly loved by his family, friends, and colleagues. The son of Robert and Lois Vander Woude, Jason was born in Hammond, IN on April 4, 1971. He married Elizabeth I. Weninger on December 31, 2009. Jason is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; daughter, Olivia; parents: Robert and Lois; sister, Jodi Rana (Tony); nephews: Nick and Zachary; brother, Adam (Kim); nephew, Jake; and nieces: Paige and Averi. Jason was a devoted son, father, loving husband, and brother. His professional career spanned 18 years, all at Southeast Alternative School School (SASED) in Naperville, IL. He taught physical education, was a dean of students, and most recently, was the assistant principal. Jason also coached basketball at Southeast and at Lake Park High School. He received his B.A. from Northern Illinois University and his M.A. from North Central College. Jason was a quiet, simple man, who was known for making family, friends, colleagues, and students feel safe and comfortable. He brought happiness to those around him with small gestures of kindness and love. He was organized, skilled, and creative with his hands, and preferred to stay in the background, leading and guiding through support. Visitation will be Friday, April 26, 2013 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Yurs Funeral Home, 405 E. Main Street (corner of Rt. 25 & Rt. 64), St. Charles, IL 60174. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 27, 2013 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church 320 Franklin Street, Geneva, IL 60134. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Olivia Vander Woude Trust Fund, Elizabeth Vander Woude, Trustee. Please send donations to Olivia Vander Woude Trust Fund, Elizabeth Vander Woude, Trustee, 768 Pioneer Ct., West Chicago, IL 60185. To leave an online condolence or remembrance to the family, visit the funeral homes obituary page at www.yursfuneralhomes.com. For more information, please call Yurs Funeral Home of St. Charles, 630-584-0060 or like us on Facebook.

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Published by The Times on Apr. 25, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Jason Vander Woude

9 Entries

David Wheat

May 1, 2013

So sad to hear the news of Jason's passing. Jason was one of the most respectful students that I ever had. My thoughts are with the family; they can be proud of such a fine, young man!

Cindy Howes

April 26, 2013

What a shock to hear the news of Jason's passing. He lived a block over from me growing up and while I hadn't spoken with him since high school I remember him as such a great person. My thoughts and prayers as well as those of my sister and parents go out to the VanderWoude family.

Bill Polisson

April 26, 2013

Jason you will be missed. I will always remember our friendship through junior high, high school, and college as you were a great friend. The world is not as bright a place without VA in it.

Jan Brecka

April 26, 2013

We are so sad to hear about Jason. Our love and prayers go out to this wonderful family.

April 26, 2013

My Deepest Sympathies to the Vander Woude Family. I grew up with Jason as a child, he was a Wonderful Person !

Crystal Poortenga Powers

Debbie Waitekus

April 26, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire VanderWoude family at such a very sad time for them..Jason was such a kind and thoughtful young man with such a friendly smile..our son Bill and Jason were friends through middle school,high school and even room mates freshmen year in college and he was exactly the kind of friend you would have picked for your child..the education world has suffered a great loss.. but,we will always know that he made a difference in the lives of many children along the way!God Bless you and keep you in his prayers.
The Waitekus/Polisson Family

Kristen Zukley-Morgan

April 26, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Vander Woude family. From my days at memorial and south I will remember him as a bright student, great athlete and pleasant person.

Noelle Swets-Cope

April 25, 2013

So sorry to hear about Jason's passing. We were "Lester Crawl" kids together back in the day..he was one of the NICEST people. Haven't talked to him since High School..I moved from the area.. But have fond memories of him. Prayers and hugs to his family and friends.

John Diebel

April 25, 2013

I was shocked and very saddened to hear about Jason's sudden passing. Though I hadn't seen or talked to Jason since our High School days, I will always remember him as one of the nicest people I ever knew....a total class act. My thoughts and prayers to go out to the entire VanderWoude family.

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