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Jacob Vanderbosch Obituary
Beloved Son, Brother
Grandson, Nephew & Friend
Age 21, of Vadnais Heights, U.S. Army-82nd Airborne. Preceded in death by grandparents, Harry & Mary Kopesky; great-grandmother, Gertrude Stewart. Survived by parents, Mary Ann and Scott; brothers, Joe and Ryan; sister, Jennie; grandparents, Donald and Marlene Vanderbosch; god-parents, Neil Vanderbosch and Julie Vanderbosch; aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. 2002 graduate of WBL High School. Service Thursday, 11AM at ST. MARK'S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2499 No. Helen St., No. St. Paul. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation Wednesday, 4-8PM at SANDBERGS FUNERAL HOME, 2593 E. 7th Ave. at Charles St., No. St. Paul, and 1 hour before service Thursday at church. Memorials preferred to the Vanderbosch's home church, Lakeview Lutheran, Maplewood.
"Jake" you are a hero, and loved by all."
Sandberg Family F.H. 651-777-2600
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Memories and Condolences
for Jacob Vanderbosch
Sponsored by one who loved you so much and will miss you always..
LeeAnn Charest
October 4, 2019
Miss You
October 3, 2019
It's been 14 years. :( Missing you everyday. Love, Mom and Dad
October 3, 2019
It's now been 14 years. :(
Miss you always
Love, Mom and Dad
Alyssa Ogren
April 18, 2019
Thinking of you Jake. I miss you.
LeeAnn Charest
October 4, 2018
Miss you Jake
LeeAnn
October 3, 2018
13 years today. Missing you so much! We were thinking of you at Ryan's wedding and how you should have been there. Love you forever.
Mom and Dad
Dan T
August 26, 2018
Jake,
I spoke with your brothers earlier this evening at the State Fair. I never knew you, nor was I aware of your ultimate sacrifice to our country, but learned I was serving in Kirkuk Iraq at the same time. The messages from your family have brought me to tears as I reflect on them, and think of how painful it must be to say goodbye to a son or daughter.
Rest In Peace Brother.
LeeAnn Charest
August 20, 2018
Happy Birthday Jake
August 19, 2018
Happy 34th Birthday Jaker Baker!!!
October 3, 2016
Can't believe it has been 11 years. We are all together watching the Vikings game, but thinking about you. We miss you everyday.
Love,
Mom, Dad, Joe, Ryan and Jennie
August 19, 2016
Remembering you on what would have been your 32nd birthday. Miss and love you Baker! Mom and Dad
LeeAnn Charest
October 5, 2015
Can't believe it's been ten years.We all miss you very much.You always be a hero to me.
LeeAnn
October 3, 2015
It has been 10 years baker. Today the family is getting together to share memories of you and just be together.
Always and forever...
Love,
MOM
Jeff
August 20, 2015
Happy Belated Birthday Vander, miss you brother!
August 19, 2015
Missing you today on your 31st birthday!!
Love,
Mom
Mary Vanderbosch
May 25, 2015
We watched some old home movies this morning. Missing you Jaker Baker...Love mom and dad
May 22, 2015
Jaker,
Miss you so much Almost 10 years can't believe it.You will never be forgotten.
LeeAnn,Ken,Nick and Allie
LeeAnn Charest
October 3, 2014
Jaker,
Nine years can,t believe it.Miss you.
LeeAnn
October 3, 2014
Jaker
Can't believe it has been 9 years! Dad and I are up at the cabin watching movies of you and the DVD that Ryan's friend made. It still hurts so much. As always thinking of you and missing you.
Love
Mom
Chas Guertin
September 29, 2014
Think of you daily, miss that high energy along with the smile you always had. Our hearts go out to your family. PEACE Chas's Mom and Dad
September 28, 2014
May there be Peace in the world someday .thank you Jake... Jesus,Mary and Joseph.
September 28, 2014
Peace Be With all of You. You are all in my prayers...
September 27, 2014
Miss and love you Brother
Anonomys Anon
August 26, 2014
I know someone you helped be a strong and an amazing person. Someone who didn't have a father in his life, nor real guidance. You gave him that.
Thank you for being a hero to everyone who knew you, or like me never got the chance.
LeeAnn Charest
August 22, 2014
Miss You ,Can't believe how time flies Wonder what you would be doing right now!
August 19, 2014
Missing you as always especially today on what would have been your 30th birthday.
Love always and forever,
Mom
LeeAnn Charest
January 7, 2014
Jaker
We all missed you at Christmas I'm sure all in our own way.Merry Christmas to you Jake.
LeeAnn
January 5, 2014
This entry is in memory and honor of Spc. Jacob Vanderbosch, who bravely gave his life for the good of his country. Our family will always remain grateful to Jake.
November 11, 2013
Jaker,
I have been thinking about you lately and missing you so much. Today is Veterans Day and a day many of your friends and family will be thinking particularly about you.
Love you and miss you forever.
Mom
Leila Campbell
August 21, 2013
To the family of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
As you may know, the Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation has honored your loved one at its Memorial Day Sunday worship service (each year in May) … since the time of your fallen hero's ultimate sacrifice. We will continue to pay tribute to our nation's veterans … lest we ever forget!
Now we would like to honor you … as the next-of-kin … who have also paid a great price on the altar of liberty. On Sunday 29 September at 11:00 a.m. we will host a Gold Star Family Sunday.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship … as we pay tribute to your sacrifice. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain (Colonel-Retired) Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “By Dying, We Live.” The special music will be the husband/wife vocal/piano — Wickman Duo. Following the worship experience, your family is invited to attend a social time in our Fellowship Hall … with some light refreshments.
As this historic chapel has limited seating, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/286-7296) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
Leila Campbell
May 5, 2013
To the family of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, 26 May 2013. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.
The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served in the United States Armed Forces and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each 8-foot cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Freedom:Free, but Costly.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and there place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel. The Memorial Garden will remain until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, 27 May (Memorial Day).
As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/286-7296) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/286-7296) or email the office ([email protected]) and leave your name and contact information.
Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 25 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday, 26 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org
LeeAnn Charest
October 4, 2012
Stopped to see you twice in the past two days .We'll never forget.Feels like yesterday.Wonder what you would be doing today!Seven years unbelievable.Thinking about your whole family also.
October 3, 2012
7 years....We love you forever Jake.
Mom and Dad
LeeAnn Charest
May 26, 2012
Miss you Jake always and forever.
LeeAnn
Jennifer Rapp
May 22, 2012
Memorial Day is coming, I have been thinking of my son and the friends he lost from the 82nd Airborne. Today a post in facebook mentioning Jake and a link to the tribute on U tube. My son, Bobby Rapp knew your son, he was Roberto Biaz's roommate. Bobby was devastated when they died. I wish Bobby was still here so I might be able to ask him what Jakes last words were, you see I share that need of yours Mrs. Vanderbosch, I wonder what were my son's last thoughts in Afghanistan. I reach out to you this Memorial Day, know that I think of Jake and the others often. Bobby's father wears the bracelet with their names on it for Bobby. That was the one possession I was desperate to find in Bobby's belongings, he never took it off. They are together now, at peace in Heaven. May God be with all of us who know this terrible loss. God Bless you.
April 20, 2012
To the family of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Christian Memorial Day Remembrance worship service at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday 27 May 2012. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the bordering states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 300 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.
The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars of our nation's history and give honor to all who have served the United States and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of America's conflicts.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “Lest We Forget Freedom's Cost.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of the Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the Memorial Garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.
As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans' name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office, and leave your name and contact information.
Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Saturday 26 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sunday 27 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one's cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org
Julie
December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas, we miss you.
julie vanderbosch
November 10, 2011
We will never forget! You are in my thoughts everday, you became a hero, who would of imagined that, Ha. I will honor your memory tomorrow on veterans day.
Kelli Peters
October 15, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends. I imagine it never gets any easier to be without him, but I hope the memories bring some smiles when you need them most.
Peggy Childers
October 3, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
Please accept my remembrance of Jacob on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Kelli Peters
October 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends. I imagine it never gets any easier to be without him, but I hope the memories bring some smiles when you need them most.
Mrs. Doe
October 3, 2011
Not a day goes by I don't think of you. It's been 6 years, I can't believe it. You changed my life in so many wonderful ways and I can't thank you enough! You were my best friend, my rock and I miss you so much! I love you Jake!
Julie, Brennan and Connor
October 3, 2011
We miss you.
October 3, 2011
Jake,
Thinking of you.Miss you
LeeAnn
julie
August 19, 2011
Happy birthday! We miss you.
August 19, 2011
Happy Birthday Jaker,
Thinking of you,Miss you,
LeeAnn,Ken,Nick,Allie
August 19, 2011
You would have been 27 today....what do you say on your birthday...thinking of you..as we do everyday.
We love and miss you!
Mom
August 11, 2011
I will always miss you.
May 31, 2011
Jake, I can't believe it's been five years, We miss you bud
May 29, 2011
Jake,
It is Memorial Weekend.Thinking of you,everyone in our family,miss you.We will never forget.Wonder what you would be doing now.Five years seems like forever.
May 16, 2011
Miss you.
May 11, 2011
To the family of Spc Jacob T Vanderbosch:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 29 May 2011. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with some 200 white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one. The Memorial Garden’s perimeter will be manned by members of the Patriot Guard and a honor guard from AMVETS Post #1 of Mendota will be posted at the entrance.
The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses representing all of the wars in United States history and give honor to all who have served their country and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today. Wreaths will be placed at the foot of each cross bearing the number of U.S. Service Members killed in each of our nation’s wars.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled, “A Believer’s Look at War.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. A Memorial Rifle Squad of Fort Snelling National Cemetery will fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception (weather permitting) outside of the Chapel.
As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (651/456-4410) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (651/456-4410) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.
Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 28 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 29 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org
May 3, 2011
i wounder what you would think
November 23, 2010
Always thinking about you.
Peggy Childers
October 4, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
Remembering Jacob on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Pamela Shucart
October 3, 2010
We are thinking of you & your family today, 5 years later! We will always remember!...SGT Shucart's family
Mrs. Doe
October 1, 2010
There are so many days were I miss you so much, it kills me! Where I wish you were here with me to give me guidance and you always did...I wish you were here with me! There is nothing I wouldnt give to have 5 more minutes with you!
I love you!
August 19, 2010
Missing you as always on your Birthday
Jake.
We love you,
Mom
July 4, 2010
Jake,
It's the 4th of July Family is together thinking of you,remembering you today.
LeeAnn
LeeAnn Charest
May 29, 2010
Jaker,
It is Memorial weekend.Thinking about you and family.We will never forget you.I'm glad you and grandpa are together.Always in my heart.
LeeAnn
April 28, 2010
To the family of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 30 May 2010. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.
The Memorial Garden will be encircled with larger white crosses to represent all of the wars in United States history and give honor to all who have served their country and made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy today.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled “A Day of Remembrance.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception; weather permitting will be outside of the Chapel.
As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (612/970-7866) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.
Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 29 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 30 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org
ALEX MEDIANO
April 12, 2010
SPC Vanderbosh
I dont know what to say but that I was thinking the other day about the day you lost your teeth. I remember how upset you were and how pro active you have always been. I know that if you were still with us today that you would have progressed in the army. You were always a go getter. Just a thought of how we all miss ya.
SSG Mediano
Auntie Diane
January 23, 2010
Hi Jaker! I was just looking at a picture of Jennie on Facebook. It's impossible to look at her without thinking about you. The two of you look so much alike. I miss you!
Love,
Diane
Kenna
January 6, 2010
Dear Family;
Project Compassion is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Artist, founder and President; Kaziah Hancock will be coming to Minnesota in a few months, approximately March 2010. She has been asked by one of your local media agencies to attend an event to honor our Country and the State of Minnesota’s fallen soldiers/heroes. We would be truly honored for the opportunity to paint a portrait of your hero to present it to you and your family. If you have already received a portrait of your hero from us, please keep in mind that we have been approved by our sponsors to paint a second portrait of each soldier as long as it is requested in behalf of the heroes Mother, Father and/or spouse. We only paint these 100% free to the families because of our sponsors. Please visit www.heropaintings.com or contact me directly at [email protected]. We would be truly honored to have a chance to learn more about each of these fine soldiers, our modern day heroes!
Very sincerely,
Kenna
Project Compassion
LeeAnn Charest
December 28, 2009
Jaker,
We were all together on Christmas.We We watched home movies on dvd.We watched as a determined toddler and a little daredevil and some of your teenage years.You will never be forgotten.
Love you,
LeeAnn
December 25, 2009
spc. vanderbosch, may god bless you and hold you close to him. you are an american hero and will never be forgotten.
AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY
LIZARDO QUINONES
82ND AIRBORNE DIVISION
1971-1973
FOREVER BROTHERS HOORAH
December 24, 2009
Hey Jaker,
Merry Christmas. All the presents in the world can never replace you, wish you were here celebrating with us. Miss you always.
Love Julie
Will Mezzano
November 14, 2009
Love You Bro.
LeeAnn Charest
November 12, 2009
Jake,
Thinking of you on Veterans Day.Miss you
Caitlin Keese
November 11, 2009
Vander-
HAPPY VETERANS DAY JAKE!!! Still think about you all the time-especially today! Miss you, you will always be with us!
Caitlin Keese
November 11, 2009
Vander-
HAPPY VETERANS DAY JAKE!! Still think about you all the time-especially today. Missing you, but you will always be with us.
October 5, 2009
Jaker,
Four long years.Never stop thinking of you,missing you and that will never stop.
Love you,
LeeAnn
October 3, 2009
We spent the afternoon watching old movies of you. We also watched the tributes from Ryan's friend's DVD and WCCO's tribute. I have not been able to watch these since 2005 but Mom said we should watch them all today. It brings it right back to that time, but it's been a good thing. There has not been one day when I have not woke up thinking about you and there probably never be a day that I don't.
I love you Jake,
Dad
October 3, 2009
4 years!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I hope you can feel how much we miss you!
We love you Jaker.
Love forever
Mom
October 3, 2009
Can't believe it's been 4 years....miss you Jakers.
Love, Jennie
August 19, 2009
You would have been 25 today! We miss you so much.
Love, Mom
LeeAnn Charest
August 19, 2009
Jake,
Thinking about you on your birthday.
LeeAnn
William Mezzano
July 30, 2009
Hey brother, I am sittin in Bahgdad again and thinking of you. I know you are looking over us here protecting me and our other brothers. Just wanted to let you know how much we all still miss you and we will see you again someday. Stay strong and keep your head up brother. All my love, god bless V Bosch
Kenna Larra
May 29, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Leila Campbell
May 1, 2009
To the family of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 24 May 2009. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr., will preach a message entitled “Answering the Highest Call.” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played. Following your visit to the memorial garden, your family is invited to attend an informal reception in the Chapel’s Fellowship Hall.
As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org Special rates for nearby hotels will be available. For more information call (612/970-7866) or email ([email protected]) the office and leave your name and contact information.
Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat 23 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun 24 May, a “Prayer Vigil for Peace” will be held in the sanctuary of the Chapel. You are invited to stop by, light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden … and then enter the Chapel for prayer.
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Office Manager
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org
Caitlin Keese
January 16, 2009
Jake, I still think of you everyday, miss you and love you forever-we all do. Thoughts and prayers to the Vanderbosch family.
Jeffrey Cowell
October 10, 2008
Jaker,
I can not believe its been three years, and yet it feels like just yesterday; I think about you everyday. You are with me always, in my thoughts and actions. Take care brother, you are not forgotten.
Jeff
In Memory of Jacob ~ (Debra Estep)
October 10, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Jacob, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
LeeAnn Charest
October 3, 2008
Jake,
It's been three years since you've been gone.Think about you all the time.Think about your mom and dad,Joe,Ryan and Jennie all the time especially today.
LeeAnn
October 3, 2008
Jaker,
To think it has been 3 years........
We love you honey,
Mom
Peggy Childers
October 1, 2008
To the family of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
Jacob gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
August 21, 2008
Jake,
Thinking of you ,we all miss you so much.Happy 24th.I know you are watching down on us.
LeeAnn
August 19, 2008
Jake,
Today you would have been 24.
Miss you!!!!!!
Love,
Mom
Dawn and Dan Tanner Mike Ewaldt
June 13, 2008
Dear Vanderbosh family,
The words we want to say do not seem like they are enough. We want you to know that we continue to keep you in our prayers.
May 11, 2008
Jacob,
It's another Mother's Day without you and I miss you so much. Like every year I put out your card that you wrote to me but never had the chance to give me. Tomorrow I will go start a new garden for you again now that is spring. I love you Jake!!!!
Mom
May 10, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Vanderbosch!
Leila Campbell
April 28, 2008
To the family of Spc. Jacob T. Vanderbosch:
The Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation will be honoring your loved one at the non-denominational Memorial Day Sunday worship service at 11:00 a.m. on 25 May, 2008. We will remember the casualties of the Global War on Terrorism from Minnesota … and the neighboring states of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Outside of the historic Fort Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel will be a “Memorial Garden” filled with white crosses bearing the names of the war dead … including your loved one.
I would like to extend to your family an invitation to honor us with your presence at worship as we pay tribute to the sacrifice made by your service member and family. Our pastor, U.S. Army Chaplain, LTC Kenneth L. Beale, Jr. will preach a message entitled “The Price of Freedom” At the conclusion of the worship hour, all of the congregation will be invited to silently pay their respects at the garden and place poppies at each of the crosses. An honor guard squad will be on hand to fire vollies as the US flag is lowered to half-staff and Taps is played.
As this Christian worship service has traditionally been well attended, we would be happy to reserve seating for you and yours. To do so, kindly call (612/970-7866) and leave a voice message indicating your veterans’ name and the number of persons attending. For more information about the Foundation or driving directions to the historic chapel at Fort Snelling, visit our website at: www.fortsnellingmcf.org
Also, beginning at dusk (8:30 p.m.) on Sat. 24 May through dawn (6:30 a.m.) on Sun. 25 May, a “PrayerVigil for Peace” will be held. You are invited to stop by and light a candle and place it at the foot of your loved one’s cross in the Memorial Garden, then enter the Chapel for prayer.
If you are not able to attend, we pray that you would find comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you and all of the fallen heroes.
Respectfully,
Leila Campbell
Administrative Assistant
Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel Foundation
email:[email protected]
web site:www.fortsnellingmcf.org
D K
March 7, 2008
Can't believe it's been this long, but to your mom and dad it must feel like yesterday. You are such a wonderful young man, and I miss you.
Jim Vanderbosch
March 5, 2008
I don't think I'm related but my son, Jake Vanderbosch, is two weeks into basic training at Fort Benning. He chose the army for the benefits and because he thought it would be exciting. I'm very proud but very anxious.
julie vanderbosch
February 27, 2008
Hey Jaker,
Im sorry its been awhile, I think about you all the time. It makes me cry to think that now 2 of my favorite special guys are gone forever, you and your grandpa, it helps to know you are together.
Love Julie
Christine Lund
December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas Jake!
Your Mom gave me the most wonderful gift last night...a picture of you. This Christmas morning I placed it next to my computer (a frequented place). Now it's not just a mental picture when thinking of you. If only it was more. I love you Jake - Miss you!
December 24, 2007
Jake,
It's Christmas Eve and we are all thinking about you and missing you!
This is our 3rd Christmas without you here with us. You are and always will be in our hearts at Christmas and every other day.
MERRY CHRISTMAS Jaker Baker
Lots of love,
Mom
LeeAnn Charest
December 23, 2007
Jake,
Christmas is almost here We all think about you often and miss you
LeeAnn
C J
November 24, 2007
Jake
Thanksgiving has come and gone again, and just wanted you to know that we love and miss you. I still remeber you as the smart mouthed neighbor kid who never knew when to shut up. im glad you never did. My little bro just got a full time J-o-b........You'd never believe it......he's so grown up now.....He misses you so much. Thanks for being so brave for us, we all do. I know you never knew me like this, but Ive been crying myself to sleep for a couple yyars now over all this...........your probably just laughing. Its fine jake, Its fine....:). You were one of my little bros best friend Jake, but you are so much more than that to the world.....Just so you know, you will never, ever be forgotten. I drive by you every week just to say hello. Happy T day little man............You are always with us....Love you bro.
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