Brian Thomas VandenBerg, age 33, of Hudsonville, passed away on September 8, 2018 from injuries sustained in a car accident. The family finds comfort in the joys he is now experiencing with his Savior in Heaven. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Tom and Deb VandenBerg; brothers, Mike VandenBerg, Eric and Jess VandenBerg; sister, Kelly and Dan Arendsen; his nieces he loved so dearly, Rylee, Alexa, and Emma VandenBerg, Breckyn and Hayden VandenBerg, Quinn Arendsen; grandparents, Tom and Joyce VandenBerg, Bob and Faith Niewenhuis. Brian proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps for 8 years, reaching the rank of Captain. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 14, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Zutphen Christian Reformed Church, 3223 40th Ave., Hudsonville, with Pastor Josh VanDrunen officiating. Interment will be held at Star Cemetery in Jamestown, MI. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW and on Friday from 10-10:45 a.m. at the church prior to the service. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Team Rubicon, a group that unites the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams.
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September 17, 2018 3:40am
Tom, Deb and family, Brian will be greatly missed by his Toro family, he was a wonderful young man that left an impression with all who had the honor of knowing him. He was taken to soon from all of us but we know the Lord has other plans for him. In honor of Brian the Tomah materials and IT department has made a $300.00 donation to Team Rubicon in Brian's memory. Our hearts go out to you and your family and our thoughts and prayer are with you.
- Mary Jacobs
September 15, 2018 5:03pm
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. He will be missed. May God's love comfort you and bring you peace.
- Tim Kolmodin
September 15, 2018 12:29pm
Tragic news indeed! All my sympathy to the family. I went to school with him from K-12.
- Kyle Bradell
September 15, 2018 7:33am
Hey sir,
You will be missed, not so much for you leaving coffee cups full of dip spit around the squad bay, but for your gentle manner. You were always there to give advice and share a drink and some laughs.
Seems like alot of us don't last long outside of the Marine Corp. Every month a couple of us leave which just makes your passing even worse.
Save me a seat when I get up there sir,
Semper Fi.
- Steven Aguirre
September 15, 2018 5:45am
Brian was such a great guy! Always ready to go hunting and fishing. He was a fun, kind, caring, and a hard working man. Always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. ❤️ Rest easy Brian.
- Sarah Monsrud
September 14, 2018 4:27am
Tom and Deb, our sympathy to you in the death of your son. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Dick and Pat Voetberg
- Pat Voetberg
September 13, 2018 5:51pm
I have known Brian for a very long time. No matter how long it had been since we spoke last he was always there with an open ear or a joke to bring a smile. He will be truly missed. Many thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless.
- Stephanie Sherry
September 13, 2018 11:55am
Tom, Deb, and family. As old friends and neighbors our hearts go out to you. May our Lord and Savior comfort you.
Don & Lois Van Dyke
- Don & Lois Van Dyke
September 13, 2018 8:10am
Brian was an amazing friend, his smile lit the room up and brightened my everyday... I miss him dearly already. Work just isn't the same place without him.. Praying for peace and comfort during this time for your family. Thank you so much for raising such a hard working, caring, joyful, fun loving guy! It was a pleasure working by his side in the Materials dept.. I will never forget the times we had together. It is so comforting to know that he knows the same Savior I do so that one day we will be reunited in Heaven. Praying our Mighty Comforter loves you through this challenging time... Much Love, Jodi
- Jodi Shaw
September 13, 2018 8:06am
Tom and Deb and beloved family. Our hearts cry to God for each of you that He will carry you thru the pain and heartache of this overwhelming week of sorrow and in the days to come.
Plese know our deepest sypmathies and fervant heartfelt prayers are rising to heaven on your behalf. In Christ, who remains our hope..sincerely,..kathy and Tom Doornbos
- Kathy Doornbos
September 13, 2018 7:51am
I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was a very special person that will be missed greatly by all the people that had the opportunity to know him. He loved his family deeply, was compassionate to others, served his country proudly, and was a man of strong faith and integrity. I feel fortunate to have known him.
- Harley McMillin
September 13, 2018 4:59am
Deb, Tom and Family,
Sometimes, there are just no words...that's when only prayer will do. Praying for peace and comfort for the entire family.
- Diane Mayberry
September 12, 2018 5:39pm
Prayers and blessings to all the VandenBerg family...may God grant you His peace Tom and Deb🦋
- Jerry&Joy Brower
September 12, 2018 3:43pm
Our heartfelt condolences for your sudden tragic loss of Brian. He was a great friend to our son Joshua. We have many fond memories of Brian's visits to our home during their time at Calvin.
- Gary and Ruth Kuipers
September 12, 2018 3:11pm
Dear Tom, Deb, and family, My heart was saddened to hear of the unexpected death of your dear Brian. How difficult for you to experience his sudden loss. My prayer is that God’s grace and peace will fill your hearts during these next days, weeks, and months. With love and prayers, Sue Klein
- Sue Klein
September 12, 2018 6:13am
Tom, Deb and family, Our hearts are breaking for you. We know that God has him and Brian is having the time of his life with his God and his Savior but also wanted you to know that we are in constant prayer for you, asking God to uphold you, give you comfort, peace and strength. Love, Scott and MaryAnn Roon
- Scott/MaryAnn Roon
September 12, 2018 6:12am
My deepest condolences, sharing in your sadness as you remember Brian. My thoughts are with your family and I pray God will give you comfort and you'll feel His love.
- Jill Rodriguez (Ponstein)
September 12, 2018 5:41am
So sorry for your loss. Brian was my neighbor when he lived in Roseau,MN. He was such a great guy and had an amazing personality. My kids loved to go visit him and play with his pup Chester. Thoughts and prayers for the family. He will be missed by many. 💔
- Ashley Erickson
September 12, 2018 4:44am
Tom, Debbie, and the VandenBerg family.....Our hearts are heavy for you all. We pray you find peace in your wonderful memories of Brian and know he rests in Jesus arms today. God Bless.
- Jerry & Georgi Kooiker
September 12, 2018 2:43am
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Brian was such an amazing guy! He was our neighbor when he lived in Roseau MN. He also had the brother(Chester) to our dog and we’d get together often to let them play. Thoughts & Prayers to you all. R.I.P. Brian, you’ll be greatly missed 😪
- Pat & Christy Sullivan
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