Roberta "Bobbie" Vander Ploeg's obituary , Passed away on September 5, 2026 in Lynden, Washington

Roberta "Bobbie" Vander Ploeg

March 31, 1926 - September 5, 2026 (100 years old)

Lynden, Washington

Roberta "Bobbie" Vander Ploeg's obituary , Passed away on September 5, 2026 in Lynden, Washington

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Roberta "Bobbie" Vander Ploeg

March 31, 1926 - September 5, 2026 (100 years old)

Lynden, Washington

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Roberta Vander Ploeg Obituary

The family of Roberta Vander Ploeg (Lynden, Washington) announces her passing on September 5, 2026. Roberta, born on March 31, 1926 in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Roberta Vander Ploeg to show support.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Roberta for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Roberta’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was predeceased by: her husband Elmer Vander Ploeg; her parents, Robert Durrett and Annie Durrett; and her siblings, Edron Durrett, Reba Heaton and Paul Durrett.

She is survived by: her children, Phil Vander Ploeg (Shirley), Eldon Vander Ploeg (Sandy), Karl Vander Ploeg (Karla), Ned Vander Ploeg (Tami) and Julie Jacob (Israel). She is also survived by Her 14 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson.

The family has chosen to send donations to Donate To The Charity Of Your ChoiceDonate Now (https://donate.mytributegift.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
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