H. Ver Steeg Obituary

Dear Barbara, Linda, Eric and family,
We're sending you our warmest wishes and heartfelt sympathy as we trust that your memories of him will enrich and sustain you in the days ahead.
Fondly,
Rich & Bern (Galus) Zajac

Grace and Peace. Karen and I treasure our memories of Jim. We often remember our last visit to Colorado Springs. We were encouraged by Jim. His smile is something we will never forget. He had penetrating questions that caused us to defend what and why we believed something. We feel fortunate to have known Jim. Barbara, we have and continue to pray for you, that God will comfort you. Trusting that God presence will be manifest in the days ahead. Our only regret is that we won't be able to come for the memorial service. All our love.

My deepest sympathy to you Barb and family, I treasure my memories with Jim at Minnehaha Academy and our Minneapolis Choralaire trip to Europe. Our visit in your home was such a blessed time together.We send you our love and caring concerns.......Lyle and Alice Anderson. (Prior Lake, Mn)

Mrs. VerSteeg, Linda, Eric, and all who were privileged enough to know Mr. VerSteeg, my sincerest condolences on your loss. I have so many fond memories of the times I shared with your wonderful family. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. With love, Amy Weier

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to all of you. Jim was the best brother-in-law I could ever hope for, and provided guidance and support in so many facets of my life. Things will not be the same without him. I will miss his beautiful, deep voice, and our many phone conversations. He was so courageous in his final battle. He will be missed and remembered by so many.

Trish Younggren
Tessa and Max
Robert and Bobbie

Jim and Barbara became great friends with my parents whilst in Mildenhall/ Lakenheath, UK. My parents treasured their friendship greatly and despite the distances involved over the last 37 years they all remained in touch and regularly spoke and wrote.

It was only in the last few years that my brother and I came to know Jim (and Barbara) in their own right. We hope that the friendship will continue to live on (as it has done over the last few years) with both Barbara and Linda/Eric. We are grateful to have such wonderful memories of our stay with the Ver Steegs in Colorado Springs in 2007.

Jim was a wonderful man. Courageous to deal with the MS over the years and maintain his independence to the greatest extent possible. Yet he always found the time to worry / care / take a great interest in others lives. With his deep interest in politics, current affairs, and family issues he was a fascinating person to talk to. He inspired me to be a better person; to forgive and forget; and to be grateful for everything in life. I personally owe him a lot.

I know the last days, weeks, and months must have been particularly hard on Jim and those closest to him. I'm sure that Barbara's continual loving care must have eased his suffering greatly and to have Barbara, Linda & Eric and family close to him must have been extremely comforting. We are grateful to the Lord for allowing him to pass away in his sleep, peacefully at home, with those closest to him.

With fondest love, and wonderful memories & thanks for allowing us to share in Jim's life,
The Broadwaters & Craigs, UK.