James Allen Van De Riet

James Allen Van De Riet “Jimmy”, 40, was called home into the arms of Jesus, March 19, 2022, after a hard fought battle with brain cancer. A Memorial service will be held on March 26th at 3pm at the Bridge Church with a reception to follow.

Jimmy was born July 18, 1981 to Jim and Carla Van De Riet in Great Falls, Montana. He graduated from Great Falls High School in 2000. After graduating, he went to work at Modern Cabinet until he found his passion in operating heavy machinery and made that his career.  Jimmy met Crystal in 2014 at a church function. They were married September 7, 2015. They welcomed their first child, Easton James, July of 2016. He was soon followed by Quinnleigh Rose in May of 2019. Jimmy enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, 4-wheeling, and anything involving his wife, kids, and extended family.

Jimmy left a huge impact on everyone in his life. He did this through his strong and devoted spirit, that anyone he encountered could feel. His lifelong dream was to be a husband and a father, both of which he excelled at. Nothing gave him greater joy or more pride than his wife and kids. He was a dependable son who loved adventuring with his dad and enjoying his mom’s culinary skills. He was the quintessential big brother who fiercely looked after his little sisters. He was a truly loyal friend and always sensitive to the needs of those closest to him. Jimmy was honest to fault, consistently willing to stand up for his convictions, and took pride in having a strong work ethic.

He is survived by his wife, Crystal; his two children, Easton and Quinnleigh; his dad, Jim, and mom, Carla (Mike); his grandma, Joy; his sister, Lisa (Nick) and their sons Braxton and Jevin; his sister, Janelle; his step-brother, Krys, and step-sister, Chloe.

He is preceded in death by his stepmom, Jeanna; his grandparents Rollin and Margaret; and his grandpa Nelson.

In leu of flowers Jimmy asked for donations to be made to his children’s trust fund

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