James Van Der Beek is being remembered by his ex-wife.
Sooner or later after information broke that the 48-year-old Dawson’s Creek alum died following a colorectal most cancers battle, Heather McCombwho was married to him from 2003 to 2009, took to Instagram to mourn.
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She wrote alongside a throwback image of them:
“Thanks for everybody who has reached out. I recognize and really feel all of your love. I’m heartbroken over the lack of beloved James. I’m particularly heartbroken for his unbelievable spouse Kimberly, his stunning kids and his superb household, Jim, Jared, Juliana and all of his household and mates who I do know he cherished deeply.”
Heather expressed that she’s going to without end “treasure” their time collectively and their remaining phrases to one another:
“This image is from my twenty first birthday. Dawsons Creek hadn’t even aired but. That is how I’ll at all times see James harmless, variety and pure of coronary heart. What a journey we shared through the years. I sit right here in immense gratitude for the particular connection, friendship and love that James and I shared that has endured via a long time. I’ll treasure the final loving phrases we exchanged. James was a good looking soul full of a lot mild, love, expertise, humor, depth, sensitivity, information and a deep love of God that shined via him. He shined so vibrant but was so humble and human. All the time looking out, at all times rising, at all times going deeper, at all times chasing issues exterior his consolation zone.”
Heather went on to say that she knew “James cherished being a father a lot” to his six kids. She additionally acknowledged that he particularly “cherished” his spouse, Kimberly Van Der Beekcalling them “true soulmates.” The Occasion of 5 actress added:
“How she confirmed up for him with such grace is so stunning and one thing I’ll without end admire. James was a blessing to all that knew him and due to his boldness to share his journey with the world so bravely is now a blessing to all.”
Heather concluded the prolonged tribute with a prayer for James’ household and directed everybody to donate to their GoFundMe:
“God please maintain Kimberly, his kids, his household and everybody who’s mourning his loss in your arms. You’re the healer of all healers. Thanks Jesus for bringing this stunning soul into the world and into all of our lives. I like you James. I do know you had numerous family members up there welcoming you dwelling. God bless you. Until we meet once more you candy soul you. Prayers up
James household meant every little thing to him please assist cowl them throughout this troublesome season.”
What a touching tribute. It says loads about James that he and Heather remained shut even after their divorce. See her publish (under):
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