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Arthur Van Overborg Obituary
Mr. Arthur O. Van Overborg age 93 of San Antonio went to be with the Lord and his beloved wife on Monday, April 7, 2014. Mr. Van Overborg was a loving, devoted husband, father, and grandfather and though he was born in Ghent, Belgium, his family came to Texas when he was an infant. He was a member of the U.S. Coast Guard and served aboard the USS Vance, a Navy destroyer escort, during World War II. He was a life long farmer and rancher, and also retired from Lone Star Brewery. Although he believed hard work was the answer to everything, he enjoyed fishing with his family. Mr. Van Overborg was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Gladys L. Van Overborg and a son, Daniel Van Overborg. He is survived by his children: Mark Van Overborg and wife Sandra, Carolyn Milligan, Jerry Van Overborg and wife Joan, Art Van Overborg and wife Julie, Sandy Dziuk and husband Mark; daughter-in-law, Maureen Van Overborg; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will begin Thursday at 5:30 P.M. in The Angelus Chapel with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 P.M. Funeral Mass will be offered Friday at 10:00 A.M. at St. Brigid Catholic Church. Interment will follow at San Fernando Archdiocesan Cemetery No.2. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Brigid Catholic Church, 6907 Kitchener, San Antonio, Texas 78240. Condolences may be sent to the Van Overborg family at www.theangelusfunerahome.com Arrangements by:
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Ernest Herrera
April 3, 2025
I will never forget Mr. Van Overborg. He was a character who worked hard but always in a great mood
Ernest Herrera
April 2, 2024
One of the greatest men I ever knew. Humble, hardworking and happy. I was blessed to know him
Ernest Herrera
April 2, 2023
Mr, Van Overborg was such a great man. He taught me life lessons I live by today, thank you
Luc en Magda Van der Poorten - Clement
April 4, 2022
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Magda and Luc Van der Poorten
April 2, 2021
Arthur was a nice person. we'll never forget him. Thanks to him, leaving Belgium to live in America, we have a wonderfull family in the States now.
Luc Van der Poorten
April 3, 2019
Dear family, we still remember Arthur in our prayers. He was just a lovely person. Luc and Magda from Belgium
Ernest Herrera
April 2, 2019
a great man that had to be one of the hardest working men I've known and what he taught me. He would work on his farm, go to work at the Lone Star Brewery and to back to work at the farm, a never ending job. it was fun during firework season working all day long. I will forever be grateful and thankful for having had the fortune of knowing Mr. Van Overborg
Mary Kay Roensch
April 20, 2014
Please accept my sincere condolences. I always enjoyed visiting with Art at the Waterford whenever I was there visiting my dad, Andy Kurie. It won't be the same without Art there. He left me with a lot of memories in such a short period of time...I'll miss you Art!
Bro. Stanley Culotta
April 14, 2014
To the Family of Mr. Arthur Van Overborg,
Please accept my sympathy on the death of Arthur Van Overborg. I am just learning about his death. We at Holy Cross will keep him and the family in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Bro. Stanley Culotta
April 13, 2014
Your family is in our prayers. I remember you speaking of going fishing with your father. Lifes precious remembrances. Ken. Kent, and Suzanne Marquardt
Lisa & Flo The Waterford on Huebner
April 11, 2014
I had the pleasure of meeting you 6 years ago when I became the supervisor for All Care @ The Waterford on Huebner. You always had me laughing it was never a dull moment when you were around. You could never get my name right and always called me "Lizzy" but that was you. You always made my work days go by so fast. The Dining room feels so empty now that your gone because your the life of the party. You are now home with your beautiful wife you always talked about. I always knew you were fighter and that's what you did until the very end. Me and Flo will always have a special place for you in our hearts. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. We love and miss you Art until we meet again. Love Lisa & Flo
Lisa & Flo The Waterford on Huebner
April 10, 2014
I'm glad I had the pleasure of meeting you 6 years ago when I became the supervisor for All Care @ The Waterford. There was never a dull moment when you were around you always had me laughing and made my work days go by so fast. Work for me isn't the same without you there to call me "Lizzy" you could never get my name right but that was you. The Dining room feels so empty now that you are gone.You would always have a special place in me and Flo's heart you were always a strong person until the very end.You are now home with your loving wife that you always talked about.I will keep you and your family in my prayers because they truly lost a good wonderful man I love you Art and always will love Lisa & Flo
April 10, 2014
Dear Uncle Mark, Aunt Sandy, Gary, and Shelly,
We want to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you always find comfort in loving memories.
Our hearts are with you.
Love,
Brittny Chism and Family
Anastasia (Stacy) Munoz
April 10, 2014
I will always remember your amazing contagious smile. You had the best stories to brighten ones day. I thank you for that Art. I'll never forget you! May you rest in peace with the angels up above.
Ruben Garza Jr
April 10, 2014
Dear Jerry you have our deepest sympathy from some of your classmates from Holy Cross class of 71, we have your family in our prayers
April 10, 2014
Dear Mark and Sandy, Carolyn, Art, Jerry, Sandy and all of the family, Ron and I were very sorry to learn of the news but have fond memories of your Dad. I recall the phone calls and his humor. A great Father to all of you. He will be missed by all. Wish we could be there. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you. God's blessings. Judy and Ron Klingbeil (Fort Worth, Tx.)
Ernest Herrera
April 10, 2014
Artie and family. It was an honor to be a part of your Dads life. Mr. VanOverborg was such a character and I learned a lot about hard work and being a good person from your dad. God bless Mr VanOverborg. Ernest Herrera
Joseph Betters
April 10, 2014
Very sorry to hear of Arthur's passing. I am glad that I had a chance to meet Arthur, a Vance shipmate, a few years ago. The visit was short but rewarding.
Carolyn, thank you for putting me in touch with your DAD.
Joe Betters, USS VANCE
April 10, 2014
Dear Artie, Sandy & Family, Just want you to know you are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Herlinda Herrera,Ernest & Brenda's Mom
Jon Apt
April 10, 2014
Jerry and Joan,
wish we were there with you all. You and the family are in my prayers.
Amy Apt
April 10, 2014
Jerry, Joan, and all Van Overborg Family. I just wanted to let you know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jerry, I know how special your dad was based on stories from Jason, so I can only imagine how hard this must be for you. Wish I could have been there. Maybe if I could pick on you it would make you feel better. I love all of you and hope to see you soon.
April 10, 2014
Dear Carolyn,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Although I did not have the honor of meeting your Dad, I will forever remember the wonderful stories my Brother shared about him.
Blessings and Love,
Stella L Rodriguez
April 10, 2014
He was truly one of a kind who made a lasting impression on anyone he met. The world is a little less colorful without him. You all are in my heart and prayers. My God bless you all.
Mickey Smith
April 10, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are for the families of Arthur. Mickey Sheryl Linda Smith, (Mickey's Repair Service)
April 10, 2014
Mark, Sandy, Gary, Shelly
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the Van Overborg family in the loss of your beloved Arthur.
We always enjoyed his company and conversations. He was a good and religious person with strong convictions, and was fortunate to live a long fruitful life. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
May God bless him and all of you.
Sincerely,
Karen, Mel and Derek Kowalik
Edward Edmonson
April 10, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I know your Dad was the pillar of your family and will be greatly be missed.
Love,
Eddie & Claudette Edmonson
Bob and Barbara Herbst
April 9, 2014
To Mark and Sandy
We're so sorry for your loss. We know your Dad had a wonderful life. We remember the flounder gigging stories and how he loved to do that in the Fall. Hopefully now he can go flounder gigging every day.
April 9, 2014
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Wishing you peace, courage and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Brenda Landrum and Family
April 9, 2014
My sincere condolences to you Caroline and your family.
April 9, 2014
Carolyn - I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace and comfort at this sad time. Lydia Massey
Laura Carter
April 9, 2014
To Mark, Carolyn, Sandy, Arthur and Jerry and your families. You are all close to my heart. Your Dad was such a wonderful person. We can only wish that we can all live to look back on a life as full and rich as his was. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of grieving. I hope you will find some peace knowing he is now in heaven with your Mom where he has no limitations or pain.
Janet Namatka
April 9, 2014
Hey guys, I 'm so sorry about your dad. I'm all sorry I can't come to the funeral ,due to I had surgery yesterday . You all are in thought & prayer. May he rest in peace.
April 9, 2014
Sorry to hear about your loss.
John and Sandi Koenig
April 9, 2014
Carolyn you were a wonderful care giver and daughter to your father. You are one of the lucky ones in the world to have such an amazing father. We can only hope that our journey could even come close to his. This is a time for celebration for your father, as he has joined God's family. God bless you and your family. Rich Russell
Virginia Van De Walle Friesenhahn
April 9, 2014
My condolences to all of you.
James Hill
April 9, 2014
Carolyn - You and I worked together a couple of times at Standardized Patient. My prayers are with you. James Hill
April 9, 2014
Van Overborg Family It is so hard to say good-bye to someone so special. Our thoughts are with all of you at this sad time. Sorrow touches the heart in such a personal and private way. As you share,talk and remember all the good times may you find that he is still living in your hearts. Our Deepest Sympathy. Harold and Lillian Woolsey
Terri Bryant
April 9, 2014
My deepest sympathy for the entire family. Trust in the Lord for comfort at this time of sorrow.
Patsy Nester
April 9, 2014
My sympathy to the family.
Luc and Magda Van der Poorten
April 9, 2014
Our Deepest Sympathy ! We pray for Arthur. We remember him and is wife Gladys as warm, friendly and nice family members. Although we live far away, the whole family is Always in our mind.
Luc and Magda Van der Poorten
April 9, 2014
Our deepest sympathy ! We will pray for Arthur. We remember him and his wife Gladys as warm, friendly and nice family members. Although we are far away, we have the whole family in our minds.
Carl and Patsy Monaco
April 8, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Angela Juster
April 8, 2014
I miss you Art, you made things fun around here and I am better for having known you and you kids too. I will always think of you.
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