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Lance VanGroll Obituary
Lance David Van Groll, age 29, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 31, 2013. He was born on August 29, 1984 in Appleton; son of David Van Groll and Lisa (Hoefler) Bongean.
Lance lived life to the fullest on his own terms. Some of his favorite activities were jet skiing with his brothers, jogging with his beloved dog, Brutus and enjoying a good home-cooked meal from Grandma Teri. He worked with his family in their business, Primitive Gatherings in Menasha. Lance was a gentle soul who was always looking forward to a good time with the people he loved. Lance's life was tragically cut short and he will be greatly missed by all his friends and family.
He is survived by his mother, Lisa (Nick) Bongean; father, David (Ellen) Van Groll; siblings, Alexis Van Groll, Nick and Kyle Otte, Luke Neubauer and Jake (Lauren) Neubauer; grandmothers, Theresa Hoefler and Mary Van Groll; step-grandparents, Len (Ellen) Opsteen and Marge Bongean; uncles and aunts, Edwin Hoefler, Jr., Amy Hoefler, Brad (Tina) Hoefler and Mike (Robin) Hoefler, Dan (Carol) Van Groll, Brian (Tina) Van Groll and Brenda Ziehl; cousins, Katie, Brandon, Tyler and Addison Hoefler; niece, Lila Otte and many other relatives and good friends. He was preceded in death by his, grandfathers, Edwin Hoefler, Sr. and Marvin Van Groll, step-grandfather, Gerald Bongean and uncle, Keith Ziehl.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, January 6, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at Menasha's Westgor Funeral Home. Family and friends may visit at the funeral home on Monday from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. A memorial fund is being established in his name.
Westgor Funeral Home
1140 Appleton Road
Menasha 720-0314
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Memories and Condolences
for Lance VanGroll
February 19, 2014
Lisa and Nick, We just heard about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mike and Lynn Doyle
Janet Maly
January 27, 2014
Prayers to Lance !!! Prayers for his family !!! May he rest in peace of God's love !!!! Sooo sad
Lord hear our prayers for his Mom to peace !!!
Gerri Hughes
January 21, 2014
Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
January 18, 2014
My heart aches for the grief you have before you... I will say prayers and hope that between family, friends, and faith, you can remember the good times and the love that your son brought into your lives.
Sue Garman
Cindy and Ronnie Rennels
January 15, 2014
Lisa and Nick,,,
Love and hugs to you both. This young mans life on earth cut short will continure to live in the hearts of so many. Thinking about you and your family and the sorrow you are feeling.
January 13, 2014
Lisa, Nick & family,
I just now heard of your family tradgedy. My heart hurts for you all and send you prayers and condolences from Knoxville, TN. Linda Roy
January 13, 2014
Lisa and Nick,
I know you must be in shock and numbness with the loss of your much loved son. I will keep you in my prayers. So devastating, so young, too soon. Hang on and may God comfort you. Cathy Stephan, Red Barn Rugs, Wausau
Judy Kubit
January 11, 2014
Dear Lisa & family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Keep him close to your heart. Our prayers go out to you. God bless you.
Michelle Kupreisis
January 9, 2014
Lisa and Family--I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you always.
Ginger Gwartney
January 9, 2014
Dear Lisa and famiy,
We were so sad to hear to of the loss of your precious son. My heart has been breaking. We only know you and Nick through the Quilt Fairs and ordering on-line, but it seems as if you are our beloved friends. May God strengthen and heal your broken hearts. God Bless you now and continue to bless you as time rolls on.
Shannon VanLanen
January 8, 2014
Luke and Jake, and your entire family~
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Lance. My heart sank, my prayers go out to all of you. Keep him and his memories close to your heart and he will always be with you. God Bless.
rose ann mahnke
January 8, 2014
My heart goes out to the whole family. I just found out about it with the busy season. God Bless all of you.
Sharon Ernst
January 8, 2014
Dear Lisa, Nick & Family -- I am SO sorry for your loss. You have all touched so many lives in your work -- we all feel like we know you personally - even tho we've only met a few times. I pray for your strength, & know that Lance will be watching over you. God's blessings to you all.
Sandra Clarke
January 7, 2014
So sorry to hear of your son's death . I will be praying for the family.
Diane Schabach
January 7, 2014
To my marina friends: I am so sorry for your loss. The right words are very difficult, but I want you to know that I care.
Diane Schabach
January 7, 2014
To my marina friends:
I am so sorry for your loss. The right words are very difficult, but I just want you to know that I care
Ramona Chester
January 7, 2014
Prayers for healing to your family and Lance's friends at this time of great loss.
January 7, 2014
Lisa and family: I am heartbroken upon hearing about your dear son! My prayers are with you; I know personally how difficult this is. God's love and peace be with you and your family! Lori Walsh
Bonnie Lundorff
January 7, 2014
Lisa and family, So sorry to hear about your son. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Take care, Bonnie Lundorff
January 7, 2014
Lisa,our son Jason was good freinds with Lance since Jr high. Lance came to our house alot and we always thought he was such a funny guy. We will miss him very much. I still cant beleive this has happened. And I could not even imagine what you must be going through. Find peace with the all your special memories. I know we have alot of good ones, Lance was awesome and will be missed greatly by his friends and family. RIP Lance.
Tom & Colleen
Kunstman
Carol kuse
January 7, 2014
You and your family are in our prayers. May God help you through this.
Jane Whiteman
January 7, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find peace in your fun and happy memories of Lance.
January 7, 2014
My heart breaks for you and your family. Susan Knaack
Chelle St John
January 7, 2014
We all go through life with the love of friends and family
Even though we know they will all leave us eventually
Never knowing where the future might lead you
No worries though, there is a future for them too
Because even if there not in front of you they will always be in your heart
Nobody or nothing could tear a love like that apart
With that being said my friend you will always be with me
And when my time has come I will meet you there you will see
I know you are looking down on me now and then
Up in a place we like to call heaven
Make sure there is room for me when I get there
Just so that I know that you still care
I don't know how long it will be before it is my time
So I'm letting you know with this little rhyme
That I will always be here no matter where you are
You wont even have to reach out to me because I will never be that far
Don't ever fear because my love will forever send
And we will eventually meet again until then lance rest in piece.
My condolences to Lisa and her family.
Chelle St John
January 7, 2014
I met lance through my brother mike, who also passed away in July they were pretty good friends. Lance was a very caring person and always very respectful. I know he also had a passion for outdoor activities, I only wish he was alive today to continue to let loose on the lakes. Lance I will miss our talks and most of all I will miss your humor and that big smile u would always carry. say hi to my brother for me. My prayers go out to lances family. Lance we will miss you. Until we meet again R.I.P
Kathy Garms
January 7, 2014
Lisa and Nick, Terri, Luke and Jake, Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you and your Primitive Gatherings family. May you find strength in each other as well as all your quilty friends. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kathleen Engel
January 6, 2014
We are so sorry for your tragic loss. We will keep him and your whole family in our prayers.
Lee and Danette Knoth
January 6, 2014
My deepest sympathy to this family. May GOD wrap his arms around you and give you strength in your time of need.
Linda Slack
January 6, 2014
Lisa I met you in the springwhen we came out and stayed at you house, I just want to say to you that I lost my daughter 7 years ago in a car accident, she was 27, married had two beautiful children 7 &4 at the time.I know you suffer a broken heart as only a mother can.feels as though it is being ripped from you. It does get easier, but the heartbreak never goes away, at least for me it never has. Know that you are in my prayers. And God is always there for you even tho sometimes it feels as if he is not Linda Slack
Kari (Lambrecht) Perz
January 6, 2014
Lisa, I am so sorry for what you and your family are going through. I haven't seen you for a long time but just a couple months ago had very brief contact with Lance and told him I was an old friend of yours. I feel so bad for you.
Cher & John Kobs
January 6, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Diann Selke
January 6, 2014
My prayers and thoughts are with you. May your faith give you peace.
January 6, 2014
you and all of Lance's friends and family are in my heart and prayers.
There are just no words. hugs to all
Rita Linzmeier
January 6, 2014
Lance was a great kid when I met him through my Granddaughter Amber, both of them were good friends and hung together at my house in Menasha. Several others would come over and many meals and snacks were devoured. Always good times and good memories. You have may deepest sympathy. Rita
Nancy Brandt
January 6, 2014
Lisa,
Your heart must be so heavy...can't imagine what you have been going thru. God bless you and wrap his arms around you, and bring you peace and joy of beautiful memories of Lance.
Linda Liquin
January 6, 2014
Lisa and family, please accept my deepest sympathy in your time of loss. May you find peace in your many memories of this wonderful son.
Eileen Dudash
January 6, 2014
Oh "Dancing Lance" may you whoop all there butts up there in pool....you were one sweet man...till we meet again my friend...Godspeed...In my thoughts and prayers .....Eileen
Jill Carlson
January 6, 2014
Lisa and family,
Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during these very difficult times.
Susan Jankowski
January 6, 2014
Lisa, Nick & Family,
My heart breaks for all of you.
Will keep you in our prayers.
Suzie Jankowski
Becky A. Wright
January 6, 2014
I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. Having experienced the loss of my daughter, I know your pain. Find comfort in knowing you'll one day be united with him in Heaven. May God bless you and give you peace as only He can.
Jennifer Grover
January 6, 2014
Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Quilter and customer.
Susan Vandermeuse
January 6, 2014
Ellen & Dave, our sincerest condolences on the loss of Lance. May your friends, family, and memories help you find peace and healing. Love Susan & Mark
Sharon Eshlaman
January 6, 2014
Lisa and family - I am so sorry for your loss. I send you all prayers and hugs.
Katrina Bauman
January 6, 2014
When we were kids; hanging out at the Menasha Pool,Scanlon Park,and riding bikes anywhere we decided to was great easy living. I thought Lance was the cutest guy in the neighborhood (I wasn't the only one)and remember him being nicer to me than my older brothers were sometimes. Nice guy. Take comfort in knowing we had some of the best times as kids.
Pamela Balsy
January 5, 2014
Praying for the strength for all the family in this very difficult time. Let God carry you thru the many days remembering the wonderful memories. There are no words to tell you how much everyone cares.
January 5, 2014
My prayers are with you on this awful loss of your son. Judy Koch Northern Michigan
Rhonda Frank
January 5, 2014
Lisa Nick and family - I wish I knew the right words to say at a time like this. You will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Amber Smith
January 5, 2014
God bless you Lance and our family. W/Lance calling only a few days ago and filming him and my husband just in December, talking about conspiracy's and life after death and if he knew God/and knew ware he was going. I knew he knew Jesus personally. And in Gods eyes he is safe and happy. He doesn't feel pain ware he is... He is now with Jesus in Hevan wateing for the day we see him again. So be good on earth pray,love one another and know God and Jesus personally! Cuz our day will come ware we all will be Judged; we need to know and beleave that their is life after death and peace and love is what awaits for all of us! So I erge all of you who knew Lance, know ware ur going when you die, Cruz you'll never know when our day has come, and its serious....
God bless Lance and God Bless all of his friends and family...
Amber Smith
Pattie
January 5, 2014
I pray for your strength to help you all throught this difficult time.
Jackie Baumhauer
January 5, 2014
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your son.
Emily Hardwig
January 5, 2014
Lisa and Nick, we are so sorry for your loss. We're thinking of you during these difficult days.
Sally King
January 5, 2014
May only the best of memories flow forward, and in those may you find peace.
Gina (Sew Together) Kaszynski
January 5, 2014
Prayers to Lisa and Nick at this very difficult time.
Patti Frederick
January 5, 2014
Lisa and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.With deepest sympathy
Jan Konen
January 5, 2014
Lisa and Nick, my deepest sympathyies are with you and all of my prayers. God bless you all.
Karen Cottom
January 5, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. My heart goes out to you.
DAYNA WILLIAMSON
January 5, 2014
Blessings for the time you had with him, that the memories made will last forever in your heart.
January 5, 2014
Lance, you were a wonderful young person. I always enjoyed your company. You were one of the best mannered, polite, and sincerest person I have ever known. Be at peace my friend. God Bless you, and may Angels watch over those you left behind, and help guide them through this most difficult time. You will be missed by so many, and loved forever.
January 5, 2014
Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about Vance. What a terrible tragedy. I am thinking about you and your family. Pat McPherson ( a quilter and customer)
Patricia Roberts
January 5, 2014
Dear Lisa, Nick and family you are in my prayers. May God watch over you in this time of loss.
January 5, 2014
Lisa, our deepest condolences on the loss of your son Lance. May God bring peace and relieve the pain of a loved one.
Ross Imaging
Twink Bumann
January 5, 2014
Dear Lisa, Nick and family,
You are in my prayers, may the God of all comfort , comfort you.
Blessings,
Twink Bumann
Chris Jacobs
January 5, 2014
My heart goes out to all of you.
Terri Miles
January 4, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
January 4, 2014
Friends and Family of Lance. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will be praying that the Lord of Life will hold you in His loving arms and comfort you. Many prayers are being lifted for those that knew him and loved him.
Deepest Sympathy,
Sheri Goodman
Kathy and Aunt Franny weihbrecht
January 4, 2014
sending prayers to Lisa Nick and family, may use find peace with all the wonderful memories use were all able to make together while keeping Lance fresh in your hart with the loving memories use made together as a family, Godbless u all...
Faye Riggsbee
January 4, 2014
Cherish his memory and remember the good times... ((Hugs)) Faye carolinastitcher
Fran House
January 4, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May memories of good times with Lance fill your heart .
Cindy Mcdowell
January 4, 2014
Lisa,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers.
January 4, 2014
Lisa, your precious son is so handsome and had such a gentle smile...I am so very sorry for all of you who loved him. I will remember Lance in my prayers and at Mass this week...all my love, Teresa Kasch (just a customer)
Kathryn Casavant
January 4, 2014
Lisa and Family so sorry to hear about your loss of your son Lance. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Marcusen
January 4, 2014
May you find comfort in loving memories, family and close friends. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Sandra Hampton
January 4, 2014
You're in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.
Paula Philpot
January 4, 2014
Lisa, so sorry to hear about your son. My heart goes out to you.
Debbie Korth
January 4, 2014
Lisa, Nick, Luke & Jake,
We were so sadden to hear about Lance's journey on earth cut so short please accept our sincere condolences. The Korth's
Dave & Debbie
Clay, Christi and Logan Uhlenhake
January 4, 2014
Lisa, NIck and family, we are so saddened by the sudden loss of Lance. We only met him at the wedding this summer, but what an impression he made on us! What a fun loving guy and a new friend for Logan. They were two peas in a pod! Our prayers go out to you all in this sorrowful time. Let God's loving arms envelope you all now and lean on him for healing. Your friends, Clay, Christi and Logan Uhlenhake
Claire Opsteen
January 4, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of this tremendous loss to your family. Please know that we are praying for you. God Bless.
Jerry & Karen Davis
January 4, 2014
Sending much love and prayers for you and your family as you prepare for difficult days ahead. There are no words to express our sorry.
Keith and Kay Kemp
January 4, 2014
Lisa and family, we are so sadden by the news of Lance. May you find peace and know we are thinking of you. God Bless.
Dave Newman
January 4, 2014
It has been a long time since I've seen Lance, yet I'm having a hard time keeping in the tears. Dave and Lisa I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to both of you and your families.
Gail Smith
January 3, 2014
Lisa,
I'm just another quilter who you would know by face but not by name. But I am also a mother. I cannot imagine a greater grief in this life than the loss of a child. May this draw you closer to God and not bitter - He is all there is....Praying for you and your family...
January 3, 2014
To Lance's Family,
We are so sadden and sorry for your loss. I know that words can not take your pain away but please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that you find comfort in knowing that your Dear Lance is in the arms of our Amazing Lord. Hugs, Comfort and Peace to you all.
Lynn, Amy and Kevin Van Grinsven
Annette Siegel
January 3, 2014
So sorry for your loss, words cannot express the deep loss you are feeling. Hoping time will heal for you all. Hugs and Prayers....
Steve Hagen
January 3, 2014
Lisa & Nick, my thoughts & prayers are with your entire family. No words can diminish your sorrow but know you're loved by many.
JERRY & BARB WOLF
January 3, 2014
LISA, I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE WILL PRAY FOR LANCE AND ALL OF HIS FAMILY, THERE IS NO GREATER LOSS THAN A CHILD.
January 3, 2014
Lisa & Nick - we were so sorry to hear about Lance. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Carrie & Katie at Pieceful Gathering
Joyce Weeks
January 3, 2014
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Know you are loved and admired.
David Topel
January 3, 2014
I had never met Lance, and after reading this guest book I can CLEARLY see that I MISSED OUT, and I am ashamed of myself. He sounded like a wonderful person and quite a pleasent young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Lisa, Nick, and your family at this sorrowful time.
Terri Ayers
January 3, 2014
Lisa and Nick, you all are in our prayers. My heart breaks for you. Im just another quilt shop owner.
January 3, 2014
Edwin and Rose Marie Schuh Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this trying time. LOVE
Jeremy Honick
January 3, 2014
My greatest memory with you is when we were in elementary school, we lived across the street from each other and everyday after school we would meet in the street to play catch with the football!I looked forward to that everyday! Then camping when you and I played against anybody and school them, didn't matter who because we were the best! Thank you for those memories and good times. My heart goes out to your family, I hope you are in a better place my friend.
January 3, 2014
Dave, Ellen, Nick, Kyle, and Alexis,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this difficult time.
The Van Zeelands, Jeff, Cheri and Betsy
Dawn Franzke
January 3, 2014
Lisa Nick & family:
Sending thoughts & prayers to you and yours. So sorry for your loss!
Susan Reiter
January 3, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Lance's family. I knew Lance for a few years now as a customer of mine and have always enjoyed when he came in he was a very respectful young man. I had fun talking with him, and Lance will be very missed by all at Bubba's. My prayers are with you
Linda Kaufmann
January 3, 2014
God bless you Lisa, my heart and thoughts and prayers are with you always. Linda
Sandie Maurer
January 3, 2014
Dave, Ellen, Kyle, Alexis and family....it saddens my heart deeply that our friends have lost their son and brother. May God help you find peace and May ALL the Angels wrap themselves around you ALL and guide you and shine upon you.
Love you all dearly...
katelynn edwards
January 3, 2014
Ill never forget the way you laughed the way your eyes lit up when you told a story. If you were listening to him u felt like you were living The story he was tellin you were my best friend u helped me when I had no one. Id give up anything to see you again or hug ya thoughts and prayers for his family
January 3, 2014
Lisa Nick family
our hearts ache for you. We pray for God to give you the strength to get you through this.
Phyllis Rod Paul
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