- C.J. "Dutch" Vandermyde
"Not bad for a left-handed Dutchman"
Cornelius Johannes Vandermyde passed away peacefully November 12, 2007, surrounded by his loving family. Dutch married Ann Van Gend in 1951 (later divorced) and they immigrated to America in January 1953 from Rotterdam, Holland. He served in the Army from 1954 to 1956, stationed in Germany. He actively served in the Cub Scout program while his boys were young. In 1976, he married Marla Jean Hammond and enjoyed 30 wonderful years with her. He worked as an appliance repairman but his true love was cabinet making. He owned Modern Cabinets where he created many beautiful pieces of furniture for family and friends. He later worked at Joe's Trophies for 10 years and retired at age 66. After retirement, Dutch found a new passion for gardening and cooking. Dutch had a special ability to make people feel comfortable and loved to make people laugh. He loved spending time with his wife Marla in bowling leagues, Wendover trips and camping.
Dutch is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marla; parents, Johannes and Cornelia Van der Mijde; brothers Frans, Jan, Puck; daughter Mary Ann; son John (Marcie-living).
He is survived by his sisters Sjaan and Jo den Houter; children Ron (Marsha), Jane (Mel) Taylor Bowman, Todd (Keri) Smith, Brad (Tanya) Smith, Carrie (Dimitri) Clark, 22 grandchildren and four and one half great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Sat., Nov. 17th, at 2 p.m. at Mountain View Memorial Mortuary and Cemetery, 3115 E. 7800 S., Cottonwood Heights, UT. Viewing prior to services at 12:30 p.m. Interment immediately following the services. A special thanks to the staff at Our House of Sandy and Harmony Hospice. We appreciate the loving service and care you provided. Dad we love you and we'll miss you.
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