Jay's Memory Wall
We encourage you to share your most beloved memories of Jay here, so that the family and other loved ones can always see it. Share your favorite stories or comment on those shared by others.
Our deepest condolences and prayers for your family from the family of Charles D. Putnam, Sr. .
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Andrea L Putnam Struble
May 12th, 2018 at 12:00am
We served a long time together and as friends and coworkers at work. God bless Joanne and your family
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Dick Reed
April 2nd, 2018 at 12:00am
Joanne,
We share your loss. Jay was a positive influence on my life beginning with our first meeting when I was a student in high school at Lakeshore and continuing through the years. Jay was a kind positive person and consummate professional. A true role model. Sharon and I extend our sincere condolences .
Dan and Sharon Deja
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Dan and Sharon Deja
March 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
Our prayers and thoughts for peace are with you all. We have fond memories of Cousin Jay and know he is watching over all now from his heavenly home.
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Patti and Tim McCracken
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
My sincere condolences to my daughter in law, KELLIE, and her family, on the loss of her father ,
Jay Van Den Berg. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.
Sincerely,
Carole Eagle
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Carole Eagle
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
Joanne and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. We had some good times togther along with my parents, Rudy and Eve Appel and my sisters. He was a good man and one we enjoyed knowing. May God Bless you all.
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Donna Appel-Schramm
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Jay, Ed Dunn lit a candle.
Jay was a true gentleman, a great dad and a perfect life partner for Joanne. He was also a consummate professional, generous community and church volunteer and an unselfish mentor and advisor to many grateful people throughout his career. He could quietly be as stern and as serious as a rock; but could party and polka with the best. Wishing peace for Joanne and the family.
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Ed Dunn
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Jay, Angie lit a candle.
Rest in peace
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Angie
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
It was my pleasure caregiving to jay
My condolences to you and family
Angie
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Angie
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
It was my pleasure chatting to jay
My condolences to you and family
Angie
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Angie
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
So sorry to have read about the passing of Mr. Van Den Berg. I had him as a teacher at Lakeshore High School and he was one of my favorite teachers. Know he will be surely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you Joanne and the family.
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Lisa Brunke Lyons
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
Tom and I are Deeply saddened to hear of Jays passing. I was so fortunate to spend several years working directly for and with Jay. He taught me so much about business and was a pleasure to work with and was honored to call him a friend. Our prayers are with you Joanne and your family
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Diane Filstrup
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
We were saddened to learn of Jay's death. He was a pleasure to work with and for at Whirlpool. His wit and wisdom will be missed. Jay was one of those people who helped make the world a better place. Joanne and family ... Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
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Steve Winkler
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
Dear Van Den Berg Family...Jay and I had so many community contacts over so many years including United Way, SJ-BH Rotary Club and Whirlpool...always with his great smile and his quiet and insightful observations. I am so very sorry to read of his passing, far far too young.
Sincerely,
Elowyn Ann Keech
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Elowyn Ann Keech
March 27th, 2018 at 12:00am
To Joanne and the girls, Sorry isn't enough but I'll say it anyway. I know what you are going through and sorry is not enough. Jay was "always" nice to me, but he was "always" a nice person. I feel bad at the loss of him.
Joanne, if you want company crying call me, my living room floor can take the tears. It helps.
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Sandra J Stringfellow
March 26th, 2018 at 12:00am
