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1958

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2013

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Tod Vander Pas Obituary

Vander Pas, Tod J.

Tod J. Vander Pas, of Weyauwega, formerly of Little Chute, age 54, passed away unexpectedly after a lengthy illness Sunday June 30, 2013 at his home. He was born in LaCrosse on November 20, 1958 to Thomas and Joyce (Gloudemans) Vander Pas. After graduating from Little Chute High School in 1977, Tod went to Ferris State University in Big Rapids, MI, where he graduated from the College of Pharmacy. Tod found his true calling as a pharmacist and greatly relished his opportunity to serve people in his jobs at Jernegan's Health Mart in New London, the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King, and many other pharmacies throughout the Fox Valley and Waupaca areas. In his free time, Tod loved to travel and spend time with his friends. He also enjoyed playing cards and board games, reading, bowling, golf, curling and watching movies.

Tod is survived by his parents, Thomas and Joyce Vander Pas, Little Chute; siblings: Tim (Diana) of Lake Zurich, IL; Troy (Brenda) of Fond du Lac; and Tammy (Mike) Maley of Little Chute; and nieces and nephews: Kirk, Cole, Erin, Abby, Macy, Christa, Carly and Ty Vander Pas, Daniel, Rachel and Matthew Maley. He is further survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Tod was preceded in death by his grandparents: Nick and Rose (Hoolihan) Vander Pas and John and Margaret (Josephs) Gloudemans; his uncles Jim and Pat Vander Pas, Ron and Ken Gloudemans; his aunts Janice Gloudemans and Carole Seidl; also preceded by Jon Gloudemans; and his cousin Cindy Seidl.

Visitation will be held Tuesday July 9, 2013 at O'CONNELL FUNERAL HOME (1776 E. Main St. Little Chute) beginning at 5:00 p.m. until time of the service at 7:00 p.m. Deacon Vincent De Groot will officiate. Committal will be in St. John Cemetery. To sign the guest book, please visit oconnellfh.com. A memorial is being established.

The family would like to express their deep gratitude to Tod's friends Janah (J.) Kaminski and Marv and Barb Nollenberg for the friendship and assistance they provided Tod. Also, a thank you to Jim Jernegan, his staff, and any others who provided Tod comfort and kindness.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Appleton Post-Crescent from Jul. 2 to Jul. 3, 2013.

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Jane Girges

June 26, 2023

Still miss his awesome smile!! Such a great pharmacist and all around good guy!

Jane Gorges

June 26, 2021

I loved working with Tod. He was so compassionate & caring~a great pharmacist and awesome guy. Rest In Peace, dear Tod.

JoLene & Tyler Nollenberg

July 11, 2013

Tod, I will forever remember your smile. You were a great friend and always had a crazy story to share. We enjoyed your friendship you will be missed! Until we meet again <3 <3 <3

July 9, 2013

It's been years since I've seen you or worked with you, but your great sense of humor and smile will never be forgotten!! *Erica Raimer*

July 8, 2013

Dear Joyce and Tom,
So sorry to hear of your son's death. Please accept our sympathy to you and your family. May the Lord Jesus be with all of you during this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tom and Betty Wydeven , Little Chute WI

Jamie KOLPIEN

July 6, 2013

Tod.. So many memories, they will never be forgotten. So many things I wish I would've said... So many things I would've done... Thank you for all you've done.. Thank you for all your love.. Thank you for all the memories that you taped.. Thank you! I love you and look forward to seeing you again one day. Xoxo I will miss you until that day!!!!!

July 6, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathies to Tod's family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories.

-Tom and Joyce (Gooding) Burke

Bob & Sue Hermus

July 5, 2013

So sorry for sudden and unexpected loss. May the love of our Savior bring comfort and peace to your family.

Love & Prayers,

Joe Van Gompel

July 3, 2013

Tod, you have left me with nothing but fond memories. You will be missed. RIP old friend.

Donna Lamers Wittmann

July 3, 2013

I also went to school with Tod, and remember him as a very nice classmate. I too am saddened by his passing, and send my condolences to his family.

Paul Wulterkens

July 3, 2013

I'm sorry for your loss. I didn't know Tod but his uncle Dan and I were friends in high school.

Rick Van Boxtel

July 3, 2013

I went to school with Tod. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing, his family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Barb Van Grinsven

July 2, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. I graduated from LC high school with Tod. He was a wonderful person. May God heal your broken hearts. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Barb H.

July 2, 2013

Tod was a good pharmacist, who really cared about his customers. He was a nice person, who will be missed.

Barb Fielding

July 2, 2013

I also had the pleasure of working with Tod at. He was a awesome pharmacist and had a very bright personality. He touched many lives with his knack to talk. I know his pain is now gone. He will be missed greatly and I pray the memories will comfort all who knew Tod over time. RIP my friend.

Randy Graf

July 2, 2013

Sending my prayers to Tod's family during this difficult time. RIP Tod.

Angela Klassen

July 2, 2013

Tod was a wonderful man. He was a great Pharmacist and everyone loved him. He was a pleasure to work with. I will miss his stories and his friendship. I find comfort in knowing that he is no longer in any pain. Until we meet again..

Tina Browne

July 2, 2013

Tod always knew how to make you smile and cared so much for everyone. He will truly be missed.

July 2, 2013

Jane

July 2, 2013

I will always remember Tod for being extremely accurate and professional. I really enjoyed working with Tod. I know his pain has finally ended. May your family find comfort knowing he has been "lifted up on eagles wings and is being held in the palm of God's hand." He left this world a better place!!

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