Ranae Kay (Hoffman) Van Zeeland, age 36, passed away unexpectedly on September 6, 2014. Ranae was born on November 7, 1977 in Appleton to Thomas Hoffman and Jean (Neitzer) Heim. Ranae graduated from Kaukauna High School in 1996. After graduation, Ranae worked as a CNA at a nursing home. She then worked at ServPro performing…
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Ranae it has been almost 2 weeks since you left my life. This is by far the hardest thing I have ever had to deal with. The pain in heart is almost unbearable. Everything I do reminds me of you. From the fish tanks to the dogs. I am struggling. Please help me to be able to be strong for the kids. I miss you so bad and you will always be my princess. I love you with all that I am. Love and miss you honey. Your prince
Ranae it has been almost 2 weeks since you left my life. This is by far the hardest thing I have ever had to deal with. The pain in heart is almost unbearable. Everything I do reminds me of you. From the fish tanks to the dogs. I am struggling. Please help me to be able to be strong for the kids. I miss you so bad and you will always be my princess. I love you with all that I am. Love and miss you honey. Your prince
We didn't know each other all that well but I have met this nice beautiful lady before. I've met Ranae while shooting pool against her on a pool league. Great shot and had me beat no problem. Then realized she was bar tending at K Town. Our team and I would stop in K Town on nights after playing softball in the summer time and after bowling in the winter time. With that smile Ranae always had on her face, she will always be missed.
Sorry for your loss.
We didn't know each other all that well but I have met this nice beautiful lady before. I've met Ranae while shooting pool against her on a pool league. Great shot and had me beat no problem. Then realized she was bar tending at K Town. Our team and I would stop in K Town on nights after playing softball in the summer time and after bowling in the winter time. With that smile Ranae always had on her face, she will always be missed.
Sorry for your loss.

Good morning , today is the day . They are putting you away forever , You will not be there at KTown when I drive by to wave hello and smile just like a ray of sunshine when I come in to the bar. I wanted to tell you Ranae , Julie is all shook up . I know she will miss you , You were a inspiration to all of us .You will always be that way in my heart . So young and so full of life , I am not there to see you go. No I am remembering you as I knew you ,,, Smiling behind the bar and making some great food, Much Love Ranae, now relax in Gods arms and let him put some peace in your family's hearts , Today is Sunny and Beautiful just like you .. Peace be with you on your journey home..
You are going to be missed four sure your pretty smile you helping others out when they need it you were always kind to me you always talked and you were a caring person when others had problems you will always be in my heart do ever love you always debby douglas Hodges mom and joshes dads better half
You are going to be missed four sure your pretty smile you helping others out when they need it you were always kind to me you always talked and you were a caring person when others had problems you will always be in my heart do ever love you always debby douglas Hodges mom and joshes dads better half
Forever young,, may you stay forever young ,, , A great song to lighten the heart , She is beautiful and will forever stay that way in our hearts and minds , A wonderful video , God bless the children and family and Adam . My goodness I am taken down by this ,, Unreal feeling , I just can't imagine the pain, ,,the shock ,, OH GOD ,, why ? ,, HE has a purpose for everything and I thing that Ranae's death will help other woman stay strong and believe in themselves the way she did,, ,Staying positive even in the toughest times ,, Loved Taco Tuesdays at KTown ,, yes ,, I will miss her ,, RIP Na na ..
Forever young,, may you stay forever young ,, , A great song to lighten the heart , She is beautiful and will forever stay that way in our hearts and minds , A wonderful video , God bless the children and family and Adam . My goodness I am taken down by this ,, Unreal feeling , I just can't imagine the pain, ,,the shock ,, OH GOD ,, why ? ,, HE has a purpose for everything and I thing that Ranae's death will help other woman stay strong and believe in themselves the way she did,, ,Staying positive even in the toughest times ,, Loved Taco Tuesdays at KTown ,, yes ,, I will miss her ,, RIP Na na ..
Ranea, I still think im in shock, your so young and you had so much ahead of you,I will miss you and that smile, and your laugh,and yes, you can give all your animals middle names,im so thankful you came in the clinic 2 days before you left, i will never forget our conversation, thank you for all the animals that you saved and helped,Rest in peace my friend, always
Ranea, I still think im in shock, your so young and you had so much ahead of you,I will miss you and that smile, and your laugh,and yes, you can give all your animals middle names,im so thankful you came in the clinic 2 days before you left, i will never forget our conversation, thank you for all the animals that you saved and helped,Rest in peace my friend, always
So sad for the loss for a wonderful person. We will miss her at K Town. God bless her family.
So sad for the loss for a wonderful person. We will miss her at K Town. God bless her family.
Dear Michelle,
Caring about you and sharing in your sorrow, the loss of your sibling, Ranae. May you cherish your memories of her.
Mary and Bill Nackers
Dear Michelle,
Caring about you and sharing in your sorrow, the loss of your sibling, Ranae. May you cherish your memories of her.
Mary and Bill Nackers
Dear Jean,
Sharing in the sorrow and loss of your daughter Ranae. May God give you the strength you need to endure this pain.
Mary and Bill Nackers
Dear Jean,
Sharing in the sorrow and loss of your daughter Ranae. May God give you the strength you need to endure this pain.
Mary and Bill Nackers
Dear Tom and Barb,
There are no comforting words at this time, just 2 more beating hearts sharing in your heartache, the loss of your child Ranae.
Love,
Bill and Mary
Dear Tom and Barb,
There are no comforting words at this time, just 2 more beating hearts sharing in your heartache, the loss of your child Ranae.
Love,
Bill and Mary

Tom and Jean and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and everyone in the family on the passing of Ranae! I remember the fond times growing up with her on the 500 block of West 10th years ago and seeing her throughout the high school years ago! She always had a smile on her face and was always such a fun individual! Without a doubt she will be sorely missed by everyone whose life was touched by her presence! Thoughts and prayers with you all! - Jason Kemp
Tom and Jean and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and everyone in the family on the passing of Ranae! I remember the fond times growing up with her on the 500 block of West 10th years ago and seeing her throughout the high school years ago! She always had a smile on her face and was always such a fun individual! Without a doubt she will be sorely missed by everyone whose life was touched by her presence! Thoughts and prayers with you all! - Jason Kemp
We were so shocked and saddened to hear the news. We enjoyed many nights of Karaoke at K-Town and always enjoyed when Renae chimed in with her unique voice and one of a kind attitude. She truly lit up the room and made everyone feel at home. Someone mentioned that she was like a firecracker. She lived life to the fullest and never did anything half way. It was all or nothing. Her life on Earth may have been cut short, but now Renae will be a star in the sky shining down on all of us, reminding us to never loose sight of the light life has to offer, and to never let life be dull. You will be missed so very much. Paul Ruhland and Diane Angeletti
We were so shocked and saddened to hear the news. We enjoyed many nights of Karaoke at K-Town and always enjoyed when Renae chimed in with her unique voice and one of a kind attitude. She truly lit up the room and made everyone feel at home. Someone mentioned that she was like a firecracker. She lived life to the fullest and never did anything half way. It was all or nothing. Her life on Earth may have been cut short, but now Renae will be a star in the sky shining down on all of us, reminding us to never loose sight of the light life has to offer, and to never let life be dull. You will be missed so very much. Paul Ruhland and Diane Angeletti
wow so sad will miss your smile, wont be the same without you
wow so sad will miss your smile, wont be the same without you
I'm sorry for the loss of Ranae. She was a wonderful woman with so much love to give everybody. She will be greatly missed by everyone she touched.
I'm sorry for the loss of Ranae. She was a wonderful woman with so much love to give everybody. She will be greatly missed by everyone she touched.
So incredibly sad, she was a firecracker with the best heart. My sincere condolences to the family.
So incredibly sad, she was a firecracker with the best heart. My sincere condolences to the family.
Still seems unreal that you are gone. We will Miss you so. My sympathies to everyone.
A wonderful women was taken away from us yesterday. our hearts were
broken, without warning no words spoken, you were taken away, someone
said you could not stay, empty and lonely is what we all are, we lost a
precious shining star, life is unfair, this difficult cross we must
bear, strength and courage we will find, our beloved Ranae always in our
mind, a place in heaven is where you sit, looking at that star you lit,
in our thoughts forever you will be, never knowing why someone set you
free, the times we have shared and the many songs we have sang. I will
miss your smile, I will miss your laugh, I will miss you.
A wonderful women was taken away from us yesterday. our hearts were
broken, without warning no words spoken, you were taken away, someone
said you could not stay, empty and lonely is what we all are, we lost a
precious shining star, life is unfair, this difficult cross we must
bear, strength and courage we will find, our beloved Ranae always in our
mind, a place in heaven is where you sit, looking at that star you lit,
in our thoughts forever you will be, never knowing why someone set you
free, the times we have shared and the many songs we have sang. I will
miss your smile, I will miss your laugh, I will miss you.
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. I will miss you so very much. Until i see you again........love you so much my sweet Nae nae!
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. I will miss you so very much. Until i see you again........love you so much my sweet Nae nae!
When I heard the news my first thought was no way, not Ranae then it became clear it was her.. Every time our paths crossed she was happy and welcoming. You can just tell the special people that have a light or just a brightness around them, she had it always.. She will be missed by many and never forgotten. My heart aches for the children involved, Adam, and of course the rest of her family and close friends. It just wont be the same to walk into the bar without a big welcoming hello from her :(..The last time I saw her was a Rock USA and I remember our hug when we saw each other and that picture will stay forever in my mind. Her big smile and opening arms.. Man, not fair she was taken from so many people at such a young age. We had plans to meet up more, but now I will have to wait even longer to do so.. Love you Ranae and see you on the other side
When I heard the news my first thought was no way, not Ranae then it became clear it was her.. Every time our paths crossed she was happy and welcoming. You can just tell the special people that have a light or just a brightness around them, she had it always.. She will be missed by many and never forgotten. My heart aches for the children involved, Adam, and of course the rest of her family and close friends. It just wont be the same to walk into the bar without a big welcoming hello from her :(..The last time I saw her was a Rock USA and I remember our hug when we saw each other and that picture will stay forever in my mind. Her big smile and opening arms.. Man, not fair she was taken from so many people at such a young age. We had plans to meet up more, but now I will have to wait even longer to do so.. Love you Ranae and see you on the other side
Still can't believe you are gone....your smile lit up the room and your laugh was so contagious. You will be missed greatly. Please watch over us all. Love ya
Still seems unreal that you are gone. We will Miss you so. My sympathies to everyone.