Memorial

LaVerne L. Van Dee, 83, of Cedar Rapids, died February 21, 2019 following a long illness.  Vern was born on May 26, 1935, the son of Lester and Mildred Van Dee. He met and married the love of his life, Helene E. Schmidt while serving his country in Germany. They married in 1961.

Vern and Helene had two daughters, Connie Dolan (Kevin) and Nicky Bruns (Chris). Vern worked for the City of Cedar Rapids Riverfront Commission for 33 years, retiring in 1995. He enjoyed fishing, camping, golfing, and gambling. He was a devoted fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, the Hawkeyes, and the Greenbay Packers.

Vern is survived by his wife, daughters, grandchildren, Kaley Konecny (Nick) and Clari Bruns, and great grandchildren, Maddox and Hendrix Konecny. He was preceded in death by his two sisters, Pauline Carlson and Phyllis Wilson, and his grandson, Casey Dolan.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday February 27, 2019. A visitation will begin at 1:30 p.m. prior to service.  

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice of Mercy or the charity of your choice.

The Family would like to thank the staff of Hallmar of Mercy and Mercy Hospice for their loving care of Vern.