VanderWoude, Charles Anthony Charles Anthony VanderWoude, age 59, of Grand Rapids, passed away after a lengthy illness on Wednesday, December 17, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Betty VanderWoude and his parents-in-law, Sam and Evelyn Alexander. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Diane; sister, Elizabeth and John Connell; and his cats, Nigel, Ottis and Sammy. According to his wishes, there will be no services at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA or Crash’s Landing.