Gerrit Vandenberg's obituary , Passed away on August 8, 2021 in Duluth, Minnesota

Gerrit Vandenberg

May 15, 1937 - August 8, 2021 (84 years old)

Duluth, Minnesota

Gerrit Vandenberg's obituary , Passed away on August 8, 2021 in Duluth, Minnesota

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Dougherty Funeral Home

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Gerrit Vandenberg

May 15, 1937 - August 8, 2021 (84 years old)

Duluth, Minnesota

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Gerrit Vandenberg Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gerrit Vandenberg (Duluth, Minnesota), born in Pine City, Minnesota, who passed away on August 8, 2021 at the age of 84. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerrit Vandenberg to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gerrit "Jerry" Van and Sylvia Vandenberg (Turpanon); his wife Merdita Arlene Thompson; his son Gerrit Dean; his former wife Carol Vandenberg; and his brothers, Joel (Hazel) and Douglas Vandenberg (Karen) of Duluth.

He is survived by: his daughter Sherry Lynn Taylor (Shawn); his granddaughter Kiera M. Taylor of Mansfield; and his brother Michael Vandenberg (Geraldine) of Duluth. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be given to North Pole Christian School, 2936 Badger Rd, North Pole, Alaska 99705, for student scholarships.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dougherty Funeral Home



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Philip Smit wrote a sympathy message

“My Condolences to Family. After an illness, i tried to reach Gerritt and phone was disconnected. I finally tried a computer search and found this page. By date of his passing, i talked to him a few days before. His voice, his thoughts, his talks, his kindness ; will be greatly missed. And memories of Golf Games we shared and we enjoyed so much, will be with me. Sincerely, Philip W Smit (Smitty) New Port Richey Fl 727-992-4991”


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2516 Woodland Ave, Duluth, MN 55803

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