Marc Van Wormer
Age 77, of Lansing, MI, passed away August 15, 2018. He was born February 7, 1941, in Toledo, OH, to Raymond and Gola Van Wormer.
A memorial celebration will be held from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 1, 2018, at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center – Corniche Room, 219 S. Harrison Rd., East Lansing, MI.
7 Messages to “Marc Van Wormer”
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Sharon Viol
August 26, 2018 at 11:10 amDear Laura,
I am sending you my sympathy for the loss of your father. It is always hard to lose a parent. You probably will not remember me but I remember you as the cutest 5 year old. I was your kindergarten teacher at Red Cedar. You were in my first class and for Christmas, you gave me an ornament for the tree. I still hang that ornament every year and. I. Think of you. My kids and grand kids know all about you. That was so long ago but the memory is like it was just yesterday. Treasure those memories of your dad.
Sincerely, Mrs. Viol
Vicki LaBelle
August 26, 2018 at 12:07 pmDear Laura, Amy and Gola,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your father and son. Marc was a fascinating man with a good heart. He was always kind and supportive of me, and I am glad to have known him. Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Vicki LaBelle (Chapman)
Malek Towghi
August 26, 2018 at 5:16 pmDear Laura & Amy,
I will always love your dad, Marc, and miss him often. He was a great human being and an ideal friend. I, my (late) wife and six children remain heavily indebted to Marc for our survival and successes in the USA. He had a big good heart who gave so much to others … and thus passed an admirable life. Again, we will always love him and miss him often.
Sincerely,
Malek Towghi & Children
Janet Ruth Heller
August 26, 2018 at 7:00 pmDear Laura, Amy and Gola,
I know Marc through his work with the Society for the Study of Midwestern Literature. He always welcomed new members and encouraged us to participate fully in the annual conferences. He was kind to everyone and worked very hard to make our conferences successful and run smoothly. I enjoyed his writing, which he often presented at the conferences. I will miss him very much.
I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Best wishes.
Janet Ruth Heller
Becky Murthum
August 28, 2018 at 1:01 pmAlthough it has been many years since working in Lifelong Education Programs with Marc, I remember him as a very kind and thoughtful person. May his family find enduring comfort in the fact that he lived a good life, and made a difference as a teacher and scholar. Rest in Peace, Marc.
With sincere condolences –
Bill & Diane Pottorf
August 28, 2018 at 3:17 pmLaura, Amy, Helen & Lillian. Words are never adequate at a time like this, but please know our thoughts are with you during this sad time. Even though Marc is now at peace, his love for all of you, history, teaching and books has and will inspire all of you to continue learning and caring for one another to improve the world. Rest in Peace, Marc.
Wishing you comfort and peace.
Bill & Diane
Laurie Nickson
August 30, 2018 at 1:30 amDear Gola, Laura and Amy,
Marc’s love for the three of you and the pride he took in your accomplishments was always evident – he was an admirable son and father. Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to hold in your heart.
Laurie Nickson