I am sad to hear of his passing.Mike was a good family friend.god bless his whole family.

Mike was my go to guy in high school. ..many laughs together. .may you rest in peace now my old friend. .God bless you..Prayers for your family. ..XOXOXO

my heart felt condolences to mikes family i knew him through my brother and coucins. may he rest in peace and be with the lord. god bless

I'm sorry to hear the about Mike Vanderploeg, we were friends back in the 70's and 80's. I found out today about Mike passing away.
 My heart and blessing go out to his family and friends, he'll be missed very much.

Your friend,


Rich Lenart

I'm sadden to hear about Mike.  We where friends from years ago (70's & 80's).  Today I just found out about him passing. 

My heart and blessing go out to his family and friends .

Your friend,
Rich Lenart

Mike,it's been years from last time we met up,I wish we would have as we had tried to make that happen,I'm figuring around  10 years ago.you were a good friend,Tom

Mike, Rest in peace Bro.  It was great working with you in EPPD and MPPD.  You will be missed Brother.

He was so funny and witty. It is a shame he had to go so soon. Rip mike. Me and kevin love ya! Cheers

Mike was my partner for many years in Merrionette Park. He was fearless and always had your back while on the street.
Mike was funny, caring and a great police officer and I was glad to have him as a friend.
I will always keep him in my prayers

Mike was a long time friend of mine we grew up about a block away from each other and went all the way through high school.  
He had quite the sense of humor and will be missed.  
Rest assured we will see him again.  May God rest his soul.

I worked with Michael in many capacities. He was a wonderful, funny, kind young man. The one thing that Mike loved most in his life were his children. He was proud of them, loved them deeply. Mike you will be missed my friend....

I've known Mike since we were kids, sweetest, greatest  guy. Had so many laughs with him.  He was always so protective of Marylynn.  Super sweet brother! Can't believe he's gone. Already miss you ¢❤❤❤

Such a sad loss for so many, taken too soon.  My heart goes out to all his family, especially Mary Lynn. R.I.P. Mike

I grew up with mike he was a great guy!!! Lots of fun and always a funny come back !! Rest in peace old friend ! My prayers are with your family in this very sad time!

One of my first best friends growing up. I'll never forget how we played hard together and fought just as hard together. Great man and great memories. My deepest sympathy to his family.

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains.  Mike will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 22 FEB, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd.  In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God!   [Police Chaplains Ministry: or 312/738-7588]

Worked with Mike at Ford City in the late eighty's. One of the greatest guy's I ever met and honored to be able to call him my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. R.I.P. my dear friend.

Callie Doyle (Sun City West, Arizona)

My very dear friend Mike, the many happy times we have shared. I love you and may you rest in peace.
My sincere sympathy to your family. God bless you

Mike, Rest in peace pal. To the family, our thoughts and prayers.

I remember Mike from Grammar School. God Bless You Mike and my heart breaks for your family, I will keep them in my prayers

Glenda, Bryan, Karen, Mary Kaye, 
Our love and prayers go out to you. Mike was always there to help us out whether it was shoveling snow or helping me put the Christmas lights on the house. We couldn't ask for better neighbors. He will be missed. We are so very sorry for your loss. Love, Steve, Christina, Divino, Tristan, and Trezario DeWitt

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Michael J. VanderPloeg

October 8, 1962 – February 17, 2015

Blake-Lamb Funeral Home

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