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Donald Van Dine Obituary

Van Dine, Donald Louis age 46, of the Good Shepherd Home, Bethlehem, PA., formerly of Hellerton, PA., crossed over to paradise Friday, December 11, 2004 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg, PA., after a long battle with MS and Diabetes. Born in Berwyn, IL., January 6, 1958. Beloved son of Joan J. Van Dine-Bishop (nee Jaras) of Phoenix, AZ. and the late Irwin L. Van Dine, loving father of son, Michael L. (Nicole) Van Dine, daughter, Christina Van Dine, granddaughter Alycea Kristine Van Dine, all of Chicago, and daughter, Cherie M. Van Dine of Emmaus, PA., dear brother of Patrice M. Van Dine (Andrew) Danyluk of Hellerton, PA., with whom he resided, and Robert L. (Elizabeth) Van Dine of Boca Raton, FL., fond cousin of Daniel Fiske of Northbrook, IL., many nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial celebration of his life to be held January 6, 2005 at Woodlawn Cemetery Chapel, Berwyn, IL. Memorials to Good Shepherd Home, Multiple Sclerosis, Diabetes Foundation or Lehigh Valley Hospice. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois. Info. 847-557-6505

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 12, 2004.

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Mom & Dad

December 28, 2004

Dear Mike,

Our deepest sympathies to you at this difficult time. Your father had a lot to be proud of having a son like you. We know you're missing him and hurting a lot, but remember, he will always be with you in your memories. You know you can always lean on us if you need anything.



Love, Mom and Dad

Muriel Vititoe

December 13, 2004

Dear Patty and family,

My sincerest condolences for your loss. I realize there is nothing I can say to help you with your grief.

Donald is finally out of his pain, and whole again. I'm sure he will be watching over all of his loved ones, until you meet again.

God be with you all.....Muriel.

PAMELA WILLLIAMS

December 13, 2004

TO MY COUSIN DON I WILL MISS YOU BUT I KNOW YOU ARE IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE. YOU SUFFERED SO MUCH IN THIS LIFE THAT YOU DESERVE THE PEACE IN HEAVEN. AT LEAST YOU GOT TO SEE YOUR DAUGHTERS GRADUATE AND HOPEFULLY YOU UNDERSTOOD WHAT WAS GOING ON WHEN CHRISTINE HAD YOUR GRANDBABY. HOPE TO SEE YOU IN THE NEXT LIVE. SAVE A SPOT FOR ME BUT NOT FOR MANY YEARS. GOD BLESS YOU. LOVE YOUR COUSIN PAM WILLIAMS IN MICHIGAN.

Michael VanDine

December 13, 2004

Dad, you will be missed by many. Fortunatley you are in good health now and in paradise as Gramma Joanie says.

He has no more worries other than watching his daughters, sons and grandchildren grow up. We'll love you always and can't wait to see you again in Heaven!



Love,

Michael Louis VanDine

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