Helen and family,
Wonderful memories expressed here.  Good to know Gordie was appreciated for his teaching, kindness and humor. I miss seeing both you and Gordie but life gets in the way. I have good memories as well.

Helen We want to thank you & Gordy for the many memories of our so fun outings of our walking group.
  To the apple orchard, having a lunch at the Chinese buffet , & numerous others. Lots of laughing. Love Dave & Barb

Mr. Van Domelen was a wonderfully positive influence in my life. He was my math (Algebra 2) teacher in my junior year at Kelloggsville High School and he was also a coach. He was always warm and fun and I never forgot him. He mixed math with coaching stories and plenty of humor. I went on to become a high school math teacher and coach myself because he made two disparate interests seem so cool. He confirmed that Ms. Fredericks (another a math teacher I had at Kelloggsville who also coached) was right! I am very sorry to hear of his passing, but happy to know he and his wife had such a wonderful long marriage and that he enjoyed a long life. I have the fondest memories of him and am grateful to have had the pleasure of being his student.

Helen--

I was so very sad to read that Gordy has died.  Have often thought of all the great times we had together.  Have missed seeing both of you over these past years. Hope to see you in the near future.

Gordy was a fun, friendly, fellow at Kelloggsville High School.   He was always on hand for a chat or to lend a helping hand.  When Gordy retired, school was not the same again.  He will be missed.                               
                                           Bob Stewart   retired teacher

Gordy was a fun, friendly,  fellow at Kelloggsville High School.  He was always on hand for a chat or a lending hand.  When Gordy retired. school was not the same again.  He will be missed.  
                                  Bob Stewart  retired KHS teacher

Helen, we have absolutely great memories of our fun with you and Gordon and the Hortons riding our motor scooters through the woods.  What a crew!!!
Sorry to hear of his passing.

Jim and Marlene Starr

In the past decade, we've had the great pleasure to reconnect with the VanDomelen family.  No matter what the occasion or celebration, Gordy & Helen always welcomed the friends of Tom and Candee with open arms.  It's a personable trait their sons and families continue to exemplify.  

Gordy will be dearly missed.  May you find comfort in the outpouring of love surrounding your family.  Peace, prayers, and blessings.

Mr VanDomelen impacted so many lives over the years and I'm sure I speak for every one of them when I say that he was a great teacher, coach, friend and mentor. He truly changed the world through the young people he influenced down through the years.

Helen, Tim, Tom, and Jeff
I was saddened and sorry to read of Gordy's passing. I have such wonderful memories of growing up on Federal with all of you. I remember how welcome I was hanging out at your house and going to Kville football and basketball games with your family, when Gordy coached.  Gordy was a good man and role model who lived life well. I pray that, the lord brings you peace during your days of grief.

Mike Johnson

Helen, I am praying for the Lord's peace and comfort for you with Gordy's homegoing. 
I always loved talking with you both at church. Gordy never failed to make me laugh! He will be missed. 
Sending love and blessings your way Helen.

Very sad news. Gord was my favorite teacher, coach, and later a friend . He will be  missed  by many. God speed.     Gary and Linda Meyers 

I will miss going to Mr. and Mrs. Van Domelen's beautiful home on beautiful Cobb Lake to help assist them in their daily needs; I was always welcome in their home; I enjoyed watching sports with Gordy, and Helen; and, also, matching wits with both of them on Jeopardy or Wheel of Fortune too! May you rest in Peace, Gordy, and prayers of comfort to you, Helen, and your family, dear.

Michele Garber
:)



Extending our sincerest sympathy to you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Kimberly J. Norris, M.D.
Jason F. Vanderploeg, O.D.
Caitlin E. Winsor, O.D.
and the Staff of Creekside Vision

I was never a fan of math but Mr. Van Domelen made learning math easier and more fun.  His infectious smile and wit made him a favorite teacher to many.  He touched so many lives and brought so much joy. Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and everyone who loved him. 

Helen and family,
Peg and I are saddened to hear of Gordy’s passing.  It has been several years now since we’ve seen you guys, but I think back to when we moved into your neighborhood, and how welcome you made us feel.  It was so nice how you allowed our kids (and us) to swim in the lake via your yard.  I also recall playing cribbage with Gordy, and of course our interactions at church.
Our sincere condolences, and God’s peace be on you.
Garth & Peg Weaver

Mr. Van Domelen, Wonderful Teacher at Kelloggsville. Everyone looked up to Him. He was a mentor to everyone who knew Him. Condolences to Mrs. Helen Van Domelen and The Family. May God wrap His Arms around you, Helen and Family, and Comfort You through this difficult time.❤️🙏💐❤️.
God Bless.🙏
Terri Dykstra (Rietman)
Class of “79”

Thank you for all the memories.  Beautiful person-beautiful family. Stay strong Helen. 
Jim Smits 

Mr Van Domelen was a student body favorite. All three years of math I took at Kelloggsville were taught by either Mr or Mrs Van Domelen.

One of fondest memories was filling out my first ever March Madness bracket for his class, and actually leading after the first weekend, knowing very little about most of the other teams (no internet back then) outside of the Big 10.

He always had a way to make math interesting and had a passion for his Spartans. I was in his class the year MSU beat Indiana State for the national championship.

I will always have fond memories of Mr and Mrs. Van Domelen. May his loved ones find peace and comfort knowing he touched so many lives in a positive way.

Mr. VanDomelen was one of the best teachers I ever had.  My thoughts and prayers are with the family 




Steve  Doxtater   Kelloggsville class of “83”

Condolences to the VanDomelen family.  You were a great teacher, and one of my favorites!  
Leslie (King) Wilks class of '78.

Condolences to the family-what a great life to live until 90. 
What a great teacher, one of my favorites at Kelloggsville. He sure had a great impact on many students at Kelloggsville.

Paula Rief
Class of 1987

We send our thoughts and prayers to the family at this time,  He was a great teacher, coach and just a very caring man that influenced so many young people.  What a legacy he has left his family.
 Mike and Sue {Bruursema} Frank  Kelloggsville, Class of 65.

I so enjoyed having both Mr. and Mrs. VanDomelen when I was in high school.  I learned a lot about math (and football) in Mr. VanDomelen's class!  
My condolences to his family.  I pray you experience God's comfort and peace in the days ahead.

He was a wonderful teacher, and helped me through a very difficult time during ninth grade.  His kindness was never forgotten.  May he rest in peace.  Julianne Austin Hudgins

My condolences Mrs Van Domelen, Tim, Tom and Jeff…  I’m very sorry for your loss.  Time flies and 50 years go by. I first met all of you at Cobb Lake and spent a number of summers skiing and fishing with Mark VanPortFleet, Tim, Tom, and Jeff. Mrs Van Domelen was my 9th grade Algebra teacher. I hope you all are doing well. Mr Van Domelen will truly be missed as your husband, as your dad, as a teacher and a coach. I wish you fair winds and following seas… May you rest in peace Mr Van Domelen…

Sincerely,

CDR Michael M Pitcher USN (Ret.)
thepitch45@bellsouth.net
(904) 982-4435

Very sorry to hear of his passing.
I have very fond memories of Gordy and Helen
through my high school years at LHS and living in
the same neighborhood.
Sending condolences to Tim, Tom, Jeff and their
extended families.

OBITUARY

Gordon Lee Van Domelen

March 28, 1933 – September 2, 2023

Kubiak-Cook Funeral Services - Wayland Chapel

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