Velma Lane|Jun 13, 2022
Van, it's Velma Lane, retired/formally with Van Gilder. Jenifer Clemons called me regarding your upcoming hockey event and that was the first I knew of your injury. Like all of your friends and family, I was devastated to learn of your injury and in awe with your subsequent valient work to recover from your accident. We all cross paths with many different people in our personal and professional lives; a select number of these people leave positive impressions and will always be fondly remembered. Van, I have so many fond memories of you. Asside from being a huge asset to "our" unit, you always made my day brighter with your great sense of humor and positive outlook on life. You are a shining example of what it means to love being a husband and father and I enjoyed hearing stories of events in your life because they were always positive and full of respect and love for Nicole and Elle. Know that one more person is rooting for your continued forward progress. Fondly with great admiration....Vlma