- Date Of Birth: June 25, 1932
- Date Of Death: August 19, 2018
- State: Michigan
Passed away Sunday morning, August 19, 2018 at his home. Frederick was born June 25, 1932 in Kalamazoo the son of the late Gerhardus and Elizabeth (VanBoven) Van Walbeck and had been a lifelong resident in the Kalamazoo and Portage area. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy.
He was employed for over 30 years with the Upjohn Company until his retirement. In his earlier years he enjoyed playing softball and basketball. He also enjoyed watching all sports and especially watching his grandson Brandon race.
In September of 1956 Frederick was united in marriage to his loving wife Sharon (Schaffer), who preceded him in death on May 19, 2010. He was also preceded in death by his grandson Brandon Van Walbeck; an infant grandson, Chad Van Walbeck; and a sister, Agatha “Agie” Kuiper. He is survived by his sons, Mark (Audrey) Van Walbeck, Craig (Patti) Van Walbeck; grand-daughter, Aimee Van Walbeck; sisters and brother, Joanne Schuring, Gerald (Carol) Van Walbeck, Marie Johnson, Claudia Alphenaar; and several nieces and nephews.
