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Ned James Vandermolen Click for Condolences      Printable Version
1950 - 2013

Ned James Vandermolen

Ned James Vandermolen age 63 of (Amble) Howard City formerly of Greenville passed away suddenly Friday January 25, 2013 at home. He was born in Detroit MI on January 6, 1950 a twin son of Milton L. and Dorothy (Lindbergh) Vandermolen. He was a graduate of Greenville High School with the class of 1969 and was employed at Master Unit Die in Greenville for 29 years. He served in the US Army in Viet Nam and was a recipient of the Purple Heart Award. He is a member of the VFW Hough Pontius Post in Lakeview. He married Kathleen E. Elderkin on May 30, 1987.

He is survived by his wife Kathy, his daughter Kara Lynn Helms of Greenville, sons Paul (Sarah) Engelsman and Mark (Hope) Engelsman both of Lakeview, grandchildren, Kayla, Logan, Steven, Grace, Tanner, Katherine, great grandchildren, Avery and Ellie, his twin brother Nick Vandermolen of Arizona, sister Mary (Dallas) Oliver of Detroit, sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Betty Vandermolen of Texas, Patrick Elderkin and Pam Elderkin of Greenville and nieces and nephews.

His parents and brother William preceded him in death.

Memorial services will be held on Wednesday January 30 , 2013 at 11 AM from Hurst Funeral Home with Rev. John Kirkman, Rector of St. Paul Episcopal Church Greenville officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6 to 9 PM at the funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the Susan B. Komen Foundation for breast cancer. A luncheon will be held at the American Legion Post # 101 Greenville at 1 PM following the memorial services at Hurst Funeral Home.


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There are currently 33 condolences.


Jim Lindberg
Sunday February 3, 2013 at 1:10 AM

To all of my cousins I am very sorry for your loss. While I have not seen Ned for many years, when I look at his picture, I am happy to be reminded of my Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Bill. What a wonderful family.
 
Robin Mollenkopf Johnson
Saturday February 2, 2013 at 4:54 PM

So sorry for your loss, everyones loss. RIP Ned.
 
Beezer
Friday February 1, 2013 at 1:28 AM

Ride high brother Ned. Thanks for the many laughs....
 
Betty A. Krauss
Thursday January 31, 2013 at 8:03 PM

I went to school with Ned in Greenvillle. I always thought he was one of the nicest guys in my class, and always he was so polite to me. You were lucky to have him as your husband, Dad< Grandpa and sorry for your loss.
 
Jeff Hacker
Thursday January 31, 2013 at 5:04 PM

RIP my friend.........a good man to ride the river with.
 

Wednesday January 30, 2013 at 7:46 PM

 
Mona M. Buchanan
Wednesday January 30, 2013 at 10:36 AM

My condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Much Love, Mona
 
Penny Houck
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 11:07 PM

May you R.I.P., Ned - you lived a virtuous life,Sir; memories of you will always be honorable...
 
russell & janice slater
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 9:44 PM

aunt dorothy and uncle bill - billy and mary alice stayed with us one winter while uncle bill was in WWII (navy) you & nick grew up in florida so by the time we actually met you were about 10 years old? so cute - then you all moved to greenville and we lost contact. but heard about you thru aunt alice whoever reads this know that he looks just like uncle bill.
 
Bryon Antes
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 9:13 PM

Roxanne and I send our deepest condolences for the passing of Ned. I have so many good memories while working with Ned at MUD that I will cherish. Ned sure knew how to make people laugh. We will pray for God's comfort and friends love during this difficult time. Bryon Antes
 
Mary Curler
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Kara, my deepest sympathy for you and your family, your father will be missed, he was a great person. May God bless you and your family and give you peace, my prayers are with you. Rest in peace Ned.
 
Robin , Colton and Shelby Dorey
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Kara , Jeff , Logan , Steven and family ~ sorry to hear of the passing of your father / grandfather thoughts and prayers be with you at this time and always.
 
Lori Brinks, Steve Brinks & family
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 3:50 PM

So So sorry for your loss!! So happy that Ned was a part of our lives. e
 
Zoe Dethlefsen Mantlo
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 2:59 PM

So sorry for your loss.Thinking about all the family.
 
jeff molter
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 2:41 PM

What a shock. My deepest best wishes for the family. I always considered Ned a close personal friend. He was always kind to me. He is at peace and in a good place now. I miss him...sooo many years. If I get to heaven I know Ned will be there. When I get there I am going to look up Ned and George Harrison...maybe not in that order. Ned is a good man. God Bless Ned Vandermolen. I will see you there someday Ned. Wait for me..Jeff.
 
Larry Anstett
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 2:36 PM

It was a cherished afternoon when Ned and I caught up together in Vietnam. We shared many fond school memories. Very sad to lose Ned so early.
 
Doug Lyon
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 2:13 PM

Rest in peace old buddy.
 
The Joe Vandermolen Family
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Our love goes out to Kathy and the family. So sorry we can not be there with you, but please know we are there in our hearts. Joe loved his Uncle Ned very much and told us stories of years ago with much laughter ! So happy Ned and family made it to Texas a few times. Just know his brother Pau Pau Bill is welcoming him to Heaven with open arms. We love you and hope to see you soon.
 
Bill Orvis
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 10:40 AM

So sorry for your loss. What a shock. Had a chance to have a very nice conversation with him at our last reunion. Again, sorry for your loss.
 

Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 9:44 AM

Best wishes for his family! I thought of ned as a friend of mine as we grew up. I remember the football we played in his front yard. God bless Ned and his family. Sincerely, James Mitchell Pappas (Mitch)
 
Clark Kent
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 7:33 AM

Nick, please accept my deepest sympathy on Ned's passing. May God's peace be with you. Remembering Bower Street and GHS. Clark Kent, Columbus OH
 
Wendy J. (Eastman) Nyman
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 5:22 AM

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Ned was one of my classmates. He will be missed.
 
Nycki Jensen (Rector)
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at 5:00 AM

To Kathy and Kara and your entire family I am so deeply saddened by your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I Pray God blesses you with peace that passes all understanding. Ned was always good for a great laugh I hope you are able to focus on that in this time of saddness.
 
Debbie Forton
igropno@yahoo.com
Monday January 28, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Nick and family, so sorry to hear of Ned's passing. My thoughts are with you all.
 
Henry Creasap, Florida
Monday January 28, 2013 at 3:49 PM

Ned was one of the greatest guys I ever worked with. You could count on having a fun day when he was working near you. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
 
Tara Rickle
Sunday January 27, 2013 at 8:52 PM

From our family to yours, we are all very sorry to hear of your loss. Kara, Mark, and Paul my thoughts are with each of you as you greive the loss of your dad. It seems to me we are all to young to say goodbyes to our parents. Kathy, we have never met, but I am very sorry for your loss. Ned was a great friend to alot of people throughout his life, my parents included. His kind heart and warm smile will be remembered with smiles. Again our thoughts are with you as you celebrate Ned's life. Much love to you all...
 
Marci Harless & Family
Sunday January 27, 2013 at 8:10 PM

Ned you were a very cool guy to work with. I really enjoyed listening to your stories about horses. R.I.P. Ned My condolences to your family.
 
Mike Harless
Sunday January 27, 2013 at 8:05 PM

I will always enjoy all the years we worked together at MUD. I will always laugh at all the fun we had on the golf course! R.I.P. Ned
 
Mike
Sunday January 27, 2013 at 8:01 PM

We enjoyed all the years we worked together at MUD. I will always remember all the fun
 
Rich & Trev Cook
Sunday January 27, 2013 at 2:37 PM

So sorry to hear of Ned's passing.Our Deepest Sympathies to your entire family. Rest in Peace dear friend.We had many good times.
 
Tom & Sandy Collins
san1tom@yahoo.com
Sunday January 27, 2013 at 9:09 AM

Our deepest sympathies go to your family. You have endured so much loss in such a short time. May God bless you and give you strength. Our thoughts & prayers are with you!!
 
Marge (Rarick) & Bruce Rozell
Saturday January 26, 2013 at 7:02 PM

I was so so sorry to hear of Ned's passing. He was a classmate and friend. He was such a funny guy. Enjoyed our visit at our last class reunion. My heart goes out to all of his family. Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
 
Jennifer Baragar
Saturday January 26, 2013 at 6:08 PM

Nick and family. I am sorry to hear about your brother. Gary and I send our sympathy, caring & love. Jenny
 







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