John Vanden Brink's obituary , Passed away on November 5, 2024 in Des Plaines, Illinois

John Vanden Brink

November 22, 1932 - November 5, 2024 (91 years old)

Des Plaines, Illinois

John Vanden Brink's obituary , Passed away on November 5, 2024 in Des Plaines, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

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John Vanden Brink

November 22, 1932 - November 5, 2024 (91 years old)

Des Plaines, Illinois

John Vanden Brink Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John Vanden Brink of Des Plaines, Illinois, born in Sioux City, Iowa, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John Vanden left this world on November 5, 2024 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Vanden Brink to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Brink and Lucille Vanden Brink; his sister Sue Vanden Brink; and his former wife Lynne Vanden Brink. He is survived by: his wife Ellie Vanden Brink; his sons, Dan (Marcia), Wes (Marina) and Graham; his stepdaughters, Shirley (Dan Stern) and Diana (Ian McNally); his grandchildren, Maddie, Catie, Nick, Johnny, Patrick and William; and his great grandchildren, Simon Wesley and Jackson Richard.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge either via check (418 W. Touhy Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068; write "John Vanden Brink" in memo line) or Zelle (send to [email protected]; in memo field, write "John Vanden Brink").

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ryan-Parke Funeral Home



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Nov 22

Visitation

Ryan-Parke Funeral Home
120 S NW Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Sat

Nov 23

Funeral service

First United Methodist Church
418 W Touhy Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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