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Sue (Palumbo) Riddell posted a condolence
Thursday, January 15, 2015
Just wanted to let you know that I was thinking of the family today. Hopefully there will be more smiles than tears. Love to all.
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joshua Humphrey posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Grandpa I love you ...I have so many memories of you I dont know what one to choose...you always took me to great restaurants and always let me help you and grandma with cooking...im gonna miss you...you were a tough man , before you went you suffered for days but now u will be in a better place watching down on your family
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james posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
I honestly can say he was a great man , I know I dont really know him that much, but this was my bestfriends grandfather and seeing him break down was pretty sad, he was a great man he accepted everyone along with me the jokes that he made and just fooling aroind it was amazing im truly sorry for everyone in the family , RIP may god take you to a better place.
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J Johnson posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
My sincere condolences to the family of Donald Russell VanValkenburg- May you find comfort in your loving memories, great pictures and in recalling the many talents of Mr. VanValkenburg. The Creator promises a resurrection of dear family members and friends that we have lost (John 5:28, 29). The Paradise conditions that was originally promised for the earth in the Garden of Eden will be fulfilled causing God's "will to be done as in Heaven also upon Earth" (Matthew 6:9, 10). Please find comfort in Bible promises of a hopeful future (John 17:3).
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russell vanvalkenburg posted a condolence
Monday, January 20, 2014
dad thru the years you taught me how to play baseball, how to win and how to lose with dignity, you have taught me how to fish, how to hunt, how to deal with lifes hurdles, and how to have fun the donnie v. way. you were an amazing man with alot of guts too. if i did the things you did when i was a kid id be locked up forever, i will never forget all the hunting trips with the peplinskis, and vinny gushue, and the gang. they love you dearly, and we shared lots of laughts at your life celebration, you are a wonderful man, wonderful father, all around fantastic guy with a heart of gold and i will love and miss you forever, there will always be that empty feeling in my heart but i promise you dad, i will always try to stay positive and strong and i vow to assure you, i will be there for mom always. my tears will always fall every time i think of you but i promise soon there will be tears of joy knowing that i fulfilled my promise to you, i love you so much and will never forget you, you are my life , my best friend, my mentor, my soulmate, but most of all, and best, you are and always will be my loving father, i love you dad, and will make you proud of me forever till me reconnect again. god bless you and may you always rest in peace,.. from your one and only loving son russell paul vanvalkenburg
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nancy grabow posted a condolence
Monday, January 20, 2014
Im so sorry I forgot to tell my name, the florida trip with my dad is about nancy vanvalkenburg, im the baby of the family an the email is under my sons name joshhumphrey..Rest in peace dad, you were truly loved by all, I have some of the best memories in the world to remember you by and I will think of you everyday until Jesus takes me..your baby daughter nancy..love you always...
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Ray Luckina Jr. posted a condolence
Monday, January 20, 2014
Like many others, I have many memories and stories to share about Don. Truly one of the most remarkable people I have ever met throughout my life. I will always remember and continue to cherish these times. I will never forget the times we shared watching New York Yankees baseball games. From the cheering, to the outbursts of disappointment, and even frequent words of vulgarity shouted out by us both. We had a bond when it came to watching sports. I am laughing to myself at this moment as I recall his dislike for Syracuse University athletics. Being born and raised locally, Don knew how much I rooted for Syracuse sports, but that never stopped him from speaking his mind. That was Don. Nevertheless, we still enjoyed those games together. Don was very talented in culinary arts. I will miss receiving the phone call that the" ponni gonzoto will be done shortly." I knew that was my cue to head over to Don and Nina's for a delicious sandwich. On behalf of the Luckina/Clark family, we send our continued thoughts and prayers to Nina and the entire Van Valkenburg family. Your family truly is first class' and it is an honor and a privilege to have met each and every one of them.
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russ vanvalkenburg posted a condolence
Monday, January 20, 2014
dad, you were my life, my best friend, my father and i love you so much, you will be greatly missed, i promise to you i will make you proud , and i vow to take care of mom forever, you have taught me so much and i know you are looking down with smiles, and will continue to guide us, i will never forget you, and i promise that these tears that flow every time i think of you will soon be tears of joy as i know you will be assured that mom is in good hands and i will be by her side forever, i love and miss you so much as you have taught me to be the person i am today , and there is not a person on earth who could ever have the love as you have for this family, i miss you dad and i cherish the day that we reconnect in the afterlife, god bless you dad, i love you so much and may you rest in peace, love your one and only son russ
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joshhumphrey71@yahoo.com posted a condolence
Sunday, January 19, 2014
My dad an I have had so many great memories I guess its very hard to pick one. The memory that I can remember that sticks out in my mind is are florida trip when I was a teenager. My dad, my mom an my grandmother an my aunt jean all took a trip to disney, my dad didnt want me to go on the rides alone because that would be boring, so my dad an my aunt jean went on the rides with me an all I can remember is my dad going in the haunted house with me an , making all the funny faces an I was just laughing so hard an so was my aunt..my dad was one of a kind an I just could not ask for a better dad..My dad meant the world to me an millions of others, an I know he is in heaven with Jesus at rest, He was a great man an I will miss him dearly as I know everyone who kmew him will. I LOVE YOU DAD, AN I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU...
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Sherry Schmidt posted a condolence
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Uncle Donnie one of my favorite people. You have made me smile when I have been at my worst. We have spent many hours together especially when I was growing up. I can't say how much you meant to me words just aren't enough. You have helped me become who I am today. Your cooking was amazing and my mouth waters just thinking about it. Always joking and helping others for any wedding, anniversary or birthday with food that could feed half of a small country. And then would invite the other half to join in. There's so many memories I could go on for years on how much I looked up to you and respected you. But most of all how much I love you.
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Bob and Theresa Perry posted a condolence
Saturday, January 18, 2014
We remember sitting with Don and Nina at the Ilion Moose club on a Sunday afternoon having a few drinks and Don telling a good joke. Don used to come out of the Kitchen with those famous Cheese sandwiches. Boy did they smell. I hated them but Bob loved them. One day Don set one in front of me. I waited a long time before I could bring myself to tasting one. I finally put it to my mouth, plugged my nose and took a bite. From that day on Don would always make me a sausage sandwich instead. So sorry to hear of Don passing. Our prayers are with all of the family. Bob and Theresa Perry.
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Connie M. Castellano posted a condolence
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Dad,
What can I say! We had a wonderful life with you! From traveling to all your softball games to the catered parties on Prospect Ave., to our other family life with our Ilion Moose Lodge friends and families, you led a full life - and kept the humor through it all. You had the opportunity to see us all grow up; share our milestones; happy moments as well as sad; you had the opportunity to live through us as all our children were born; your grandchildren and great grandchildren. There was never a day that you did not cook a five-course meal for all of us, and we have never felt more loved by you. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of it. You are so dearly loved by all of us, and the memories will live on forever in our hearts. Rest in peace, dad!
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Cassie Hazzard posted a condolence
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Don was a amazing, wonderful man who will be missed by all who knew him. The thing with Don, is it didn't matter how long you knew him he treated you like family and had jokes for days! He has touched so many people's lives just by being himself and bringing humor into every get together he attended. Don had a story to tell when it came to just about everything, and those are what I'll miss the most. My condolences go to his caring family and friends during these times and know he will always be remembered.
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Alan & Leisa Merrick posted a condolence
Saturday, January 18, 2014
We have so many fond memories of Don. We will cherish them forever. May his light shine brightly. Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
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Ann McKevitt posted a condolence
Friday, January 17, 2014
So sorry for your loss, Nina and family. He is now in the comfort of The Lord and the Blessed Mother. Rest in peace Don.
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Barbara & Jerry Waldo posted a condolence
Friday, January 17, 2014
So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. He will be truly missed. Jerry & I have many memories of the good times we all spent together with you, Don & your family. God Bless.
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Sue (Palumbo) Riddell posted a condolence
Friday, January 17, 2014
I hope it comforts you to know that your grief is shared by everyone who knew your dad/husband. He always had a smile and made me feel like part of the family. He had a great sense of humor and always seemed so happy and full of life. He was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed. You have my deepest sympathy on your loss.
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