Jim Van Weelden
July 18, 2012
James Van Weelden, 69, passed away July 18, 2012. Visitation will be July 23, at 5 p.m., Funeral Tuesday, July 24, at 10:30 a.m., both to be held at Meredith Drive Reformed Church 5128 Meredith Drive, Des Moines.
James was born May 6, 1943, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, the youngest of two children to Adrianus and Hendrika Van Weelden. He was raised in the Lynnville/Sully area where he met his childhood sweetheart Sheryl Brush while in 8th grade. They later married on June 1, 1964. James completed an accounting/business degree from AIB. In 2007, James retired after 20 years in his last position with ColorFX.
James was master of many skills. He was a carpenter and craftsman who also possessed the handyman's magic for fixing anything. His gift as math tutor was well known by family and friends.
James found joy in sharing his ministry through his pure tenor voice for more than 54 years, singing in the Good News Five and Saved by Grace Quartets. He was a member of Meredith Drive Reformed Church, where he served in numerous support roles throughout the decades. In recent years James worked as treasurer of the Board of Directors of Joshua Christian Academy.
James will be remembered for his gentle presence as a loving spouse to beloved wife Sheryl, and father of many children. He made a point of finding joy in anything he set his mind to doing, and reflecting his deep faith by living it as an example.
Jim is survived by his loving wife, Sheryl; children, Greg Bowlin, Sherry Borzo (David), Eric Van Weelden (Carrie), Joel Van Weelden (Angie), and Paul Van Weelden (Erica); mother, Hendrika Rozendaal; sibling, Linda Schnell (Dick); stepsiblings, June Rozendaal, Marge Van Dusseldorp, Junella Lanser (Pete), Maurice Rozendaal (Linda), Harv Rozendaal (Mary), and Roger Rozendaal (Vicki).
He is preceded in death by his father, Adrianus Van Weelden, his stepfather, Walter Rozendaal, his stepbrother, Junior Rozendaal, and step-brother-in-law, Wilbur Van Dusseldorp
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Joshua Christian Academy.
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Sarah Rose Nicolou
07/25/2012
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family right now.
Sindee Irelan
07/24/2012
Dear Sheryl and family, I still have a precious needlepoint made in 1980 and signed by both of you after a summer of tutoring. Proverbs. 15:2 A wise teacher makes learning a joy.
Still on the wall in my home and always in my office as a school principal here in California.
I was blessed to know Jim and your whole family. Just spent a birthday weekend in San Diego with Jeff and Sharon and Dan from Alaska. We have all been thinking of you and praying for you all. - Eric, Carrie and family too.
Sincerely, Sindee Irelan
Jerry and Barb Downey
07/24/2012
What a gift of joy Jim was to his friends and family. We will be praying today as you celebrate his blessed life. May the Love of our Lord and Savior surround you all. Sending hugs to you and yours.
Anne Alexander
07/24/2012
Dearest Sheryl and Family,
Jim was the finest example of a truly respectable, generous, talented, loving, and faith filled gentleman. All who knew him were blessed. I know he gave to anyone who needed him. Im happy he is walking the golden path in heaven. My heart
cries for all who love and miss him. My eyes dry knowing the wonderful memories of Jim will remain forever and always be with those he loves. <3 to all. May the comfort and peace of our Lord surround all who love Jim. God Bless.
Dan and Sandy Vande Krol
07/23/2012
We are sorry to hear of Jim's passing but rejoice that he is now in the arms of Jesus. No more pain and no more treatments.
We have fond memories of singing with him and will remember those days with such joy.
May God give you comfort in the days to come. In Christian love, Dan and Sandy Vande Krol
Donna and Mark Clemons
07/22/2012
Dear Sheryl and family, We are saddened by your loss. Jim was special to everyone that knew him, and we will all miss him terribly.
Cindy Lapel & family
07/21/2012
Dear Joel, Angie & Sam,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandfather. May God's grace grant you peace. Know that I love you all very much. Please give my sympathies to your mom, Joel.
Georgia Ochoa
07/21/2012
Dear Sheryl, I am so sorry to see the loss of your husband. I pray our Precious Father gives you comfort. I am Anne's mom, Georgia Ochoa