Condolence: To the Van Bakels. It is with great sadness that we learned of the loss of your mom. I am the oldest son of Ed and Joanne(Van Bakel) Van Thiel. I was so fortunate a number of years back to see your mom and dad in Louisville along with Valerie and got to see Diane years earlier.
She raised along with your dad a wonderful family and always showed the true southern hospitality. From Grand Rapids MI Ron

Condolence: My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Your mother was a grand lady and I will always remember her fondly. Our lives are a little harder without our loving parents but I know that they are all together as a family in heaven. God bless you at this difficult time.

Joan

Condolence: Dear Vanbakel Family,
My name is Jeff and I am a friend of Keith. We have served together in the Army in Korea and Arizona. He has always been a good friend and has always been there for me. I recently lost my son to a car crash and Keith showed up out of nowhere to give his support and stand by me. So even though I have not met any of you, I know you all must be very special people that anyone should be privileged to know. I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you.