Jeremy Vandal
April 15, 1974 ~ October 25, 2024
Born in:
Fargo, North Dakota
Resided in:
Park Rapids, Minnesota
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Jeremy W. Vandal was born April 15, 1974, in Fargo ND. He passed on October 25, 2024, in his home in Park Rapids surrounded by loved ones.
He leaves behind his parents Dave and Alice; brothers, Quentin (Sara), Jordan (Stephanie); nephews, Owen, Finnegan, Samuel; nieces, Quinlyn, Koestner (Kessie), and Claire; best friends, Jennifer Peterson Vandal and her daughter, Clara and Billy Keegan.
Jeremy grew up in Sabin, MN. He graduated from Moorhead High in 1993 and attended Moorhead Tech. Jeremy had various jobs, his favorite was working at Agassiz Seed with his dad. His last job was at Hardee’s in south Moorhead, where he made many friends. His hobby was detailing cars; his cars were always spotless.
Jeremy fought many battles in his life. At age 5 he was diagnosed with ALL (acute lymphoblastic leukemia). At age 8, he had a BMT. He went on to fight more battles with cancer. In 2008, he was diagnosed with chondro sarcoma, a tumor in his chest. He lost seven spinal vertebrae, seven ribs and a lobe on his upper left side. In 2010 the chondro sarcoma returned and took the rest of the ribs on his left side. After that surgery, his mother called him “Humpty Dumpty.” In 2019 he was diagnosed with a Spindle Cell carconoid tumor in his lower right lung, and he lost another lobe. In the summer of 2023, he developed CO2 poisoning, caused by poor lung function. He spent three months in several rehab centers and was never able to get back on his feet.
Through it all he never lost his sense of humor. He would drop one-liners from his favorite movies – Christmas Vacation, Uncle Buck, Liar Lair, Dumb & Dumber, and Blazing Saddles.
He had a few nicknames, “Bullfrog” was given to him by his uncle Bill and “Mushka” by his Uncle John.
Jeremy is preceded in death by Amedee and Marie Vandal, and Grace and Walter Seeley.
The family would like to give special thanks to Hospice of Hubbard County for the kindness and care provided to Jeremy.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to CHI St. Joseph’s Health Hospice (323 Main Ave S, Ste 2, Park Rapids, MN, 56470).
Services
Funeral Service - Saturday: November 2, 2024 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Visitation - Saturday: November 2, 2024 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Vandal family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jeremy was a light in a dark and sometimes uncaring world. He was a survivor who
experienced more pain and illness than most of us will ever know but he seemed to
do it without undue self pity and kept on smiling. He is my nephew and I’m proud of him. I am confident that he has now gone to a much better place where he will no
longer experience pain or suffering of any kind and where he will encounter great
love and joy and beauty and peace…and God! Happy Birthday to Heaven, Jeremy.
We’ll miss you but look forward to seeing you when our time comes. Thank you for
being a role model for all of us on how to face life’s difficulties and smile…even if
through tears at times. Love you. Aunt Yvonne
Our hearts break for all of you. The worse pain is losing a child. Keep the memories close and talk about Jeremy’s life with everyone. I always enjoyed his hugs.
My heart hurts for the loss of “My Blessing.” I called Jeremy My Blessing because he was a blessing for me at a time when I needed someone. He opened his door to his home for me and I am truly grateful he did. I didn’t want to because I felt it could ruin the relationship he and I were developing but he insisted. His heart and soul was beautiful! He loved wholeheartedly. I will always remember him as My Blessing. Jeremy’s will to live inspired me. He was a warrior. I will truly miss him and never forget him. ❤️. Jeremy rest easy in Jesus’ arms.
Auntie Alice, Uncle Dave, Quentin, Jordan and families, my heart goes out to all of you. Jeremy was a true warrior, who through all his health issues fought so terribly hard to keep on living. His spirit, sense of humor, smile and laugh will never be forgotten. He was one of the most courageous people I know. His determination to live through all his suffering is something to admire. He did it with grace and humor, definitely better than I could ever have done if I had faced the same battles. I grieve for his loss but in the same breath am joyous that he is pain free and there are no more battles he has to fight. His memory will live on here on earth, while he is alive and well in the arms of Jesus in heaven. I love you all and will pray for you as you face the loss of an incredible man who I was lucky enough to call cousin.
Hugs,
Monique
I really enjoyed getting to know Jeremy as a counselor at Kamp KACE. We had a lot of fun there and I appreciate him dedicating his time to help others. I hope he is smiling down on us all.
Alice, Due to some health issues I was unable to attend Jeremy’s funeral. Thank You for sharing this special day with us home bound. The funeral was so heart felt of love and laughter and of course tears. No parent should bury a daughter or son. I feel your pain but we know God has welcomed him home with open arms and no more suffering. NO MORE PAIN ! Dave and Alice it showed this morning what wonderful loving, giving and fun parents you are. Bless his memories . I was told by a pastor long ago. Let the tears come. You need to water the garden just like we need to grow with our love and faith. Sending you warm hugs and lots of love. Suzi. P.S. YES, I still hate going to the dentist !
We are so sorry to hear of Jeremy passing away. Our deepest condolences for the loss of your wonderful Son, Brother, Uncle and friend. He was a strong good man who fought so hard and he will be missed by so many. Our prayers are with you all .
The Grund family
My heart aches for you. There are no words for the loss you experienced. No words that can begin to make sense of Jeremy’s loss nor provide comfort to your hurting hearts. I pray for peace and understanding in the days, weeks, months, and years to come. Grief comes in waves but it’s always with you and for that reason you are deeply in my thoughts. I know my dad was among the welcoming committee in Heaven to embrace Jeremy.