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Michael Van Deraa Obituary
Michael Van Deraa, Chilton, age 60, died Thursday, July 14, 2016 at Cherry Meadows Hospice. He was born in Chilton on November 27, 1955 to Donald and Theresa (La Plant) Van Deraa. Michael enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. He loved time spent with his family and friends.
Michael is survived by his mother, Theresa; sisters: Rose (Tom) Koster of Little Chute; Mary (Ken) Raddatz of Stockbridge; Brenda Van Deraa of Kaukauna; Tammy Van Deraa of Neenah; and Darlene (Jesse) Faust of Coleman; brothers: Thomas (Lisa) of Kaukauna; Ronald (Carla) of Clintonville; Steven of Neenah; and Leon (Shelly) of Kaukauna; and his peanuts, William and Cooper. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Donald.
A private service was held. To sign the guest book, please visit oconnellfh.com.
Mike's family would like to thank the staff at Cherry Meadows and nurses at ThedaCare at Home Hospice for the wonderful care he received.
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Bob & Erna Thiel
July 20, 2016
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Mike. May you take comfort in remembering the happy times.
Debra Roewer
July 20, 2016
My deepest sympathy to a great friend. Special prayers for his mother, family and friends for strength. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Mike, you were always an angel....but now you have your wings.......
July 19, 2016
Deepest sympathy to Mike s family he was a great Friend.
Dennis and Sharon Eldred
Sandra De Ruyter
July 19, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the Van Deraa family and his dear Mother Theresa
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers
The Kathleen (La Plante) Le Gault family
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