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Vernon Michael VanDeVoord, 77, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at St. Mary's of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago.
He was born November 4, 1948 in Kewanee, Illinois, the son of Charles and Emma (Joles) VanDeVoord.
He is survived by his children Heath and Chad VanDeVoord; two grandchildren Charlee and Carson VanDeVoord; and his sister Sharon Blandin.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He will be deeply missed.
No services will be held.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the VanDeVoord Family in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, IL 60115.
For information, visit www.AndersonFuneralHomeLtd.com or call 815-756-1022.
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