Delores E. Van Der Heyden – Rochester

Delores "Dee Dee" Van Der Heyden, 86 of Rochester passed away on August 13, 2024 at The Moments Memory Care in Lakeville, MN surrounded by her loving family.

Delores Schutte was born on November 11, 1937 in Lime Springs, IA to Louie and Clara Schutte.

She graduated from Cresco High School. On May 24, 1956 she married Roger Van Der Heyden. In 1958, the couple moved to Rochester where Delores was the heart of the home and family. She devoted her life to her children, her husband and the Lord. She was a devout member of Zumbro Lutheran Church in Rochester for many years. Delores had a beautiful and pure heart and was always there for her children, offering unconditional support and guidance. That love continued on into her grandchildren. She never missed an opportunity to cheer them on at an event, or just to cuddle and watch TV. Delores found joy in helping others and always put others before herself.

She was an avid gardener and had a passion for feeding the wildlife. She was our walking angel on earth.

She is survived by her children Mark (Kathy) Van Der Heyden of Byron, MN, Betty Van Der Heyden of Rochester, Kim Van Der Heyden of Eagan, MN, grandchildren Nicole (Jesse) Nelson, Cassidy (Jerry) Keefer, Courtney (Cavin) Van Der Heyden, Austin (Taylor) Van Der Heyden, great-grandchildren Nevaeh and Taytum Nelson, Keef and Abigail Keefer, Cora Van Der Heyden, Ezekiel and Malachi Van Der Heyden.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roger (2016), and three brothers.

The Memorial Service for Dee Dee will be held on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 2:00PM in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with reception to follow officiated by Pastor Tim Rotman. Visitation will begin at 12:00PM prior to the service, in the chapel. Burial will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Rochester.

Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com