Nicholas D. Vander Zanden

Age 21, died unexpectedly on September 9, 2003. He was born in Appleton on November 20, 1981 to David and Cynthia Vander Zanden. Nick attended Xavier High School and graduated from St. Mary High School in Menasha. He enjoyed hunting with his Dad and brother, playing high school football, video games, and teasing his sisters. He also enjoyed his time up north with his family, and was known for his generous hugs.

He will be sadly missed by his parents: David and Cynthia Vander Zanden; two sisters: Becky and Kelly; a brother: Mike; his maternal grandmother: Joyce Janssen; his Godparents and aunt and uncle: Donna (Don) Stratton; as well as by other aunts and uncles: Barb (John) Kelderman, Lynn (Mark) Van Zeeland, Randy (Basia) Vander Zanden, Patti (Steve) Canan, Linda (Jerry) Van Evenhoven, Deb (Greg) Sprangers, Jim Janssen, Sue Janssen, Steve (Joan) Janssen, Mike (Tammy) Janssen, and Anne (Randy) Reschke. He is also survived by numerous cousins, friends, and other relatives. Nick was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Donald and Dolores Vander Zanden, and his maternal grandfather Merlin Janssen.

The funeral liturgy for Nick will be held at 5:00 PM on Friday, September 12, 2003 at HOLY NAME CATHOLIC CHURCH, 600 E. Kimberly Avenue in Kimberly, with Fr. Tom Pomeroy officiating. Deacon Bud Klister will assist at the mass. Friends may call directly at the church on Friday from 1:30 PM until the hour of the service. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested that memorials be directed to a memorial fund in Nick’s name to benefit Children in Need.

The family would like to thank all the friends, relatives, educators, and community service organizations and their volunteers to helped Nick try to find his way in life.

We will miss those hugs.

Jansen Fargo Funeral Home
204 E. Kimberly Avenue
Kimberly, WI 54136
920-788-6202