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Don Van Ryn
The Van Ryn family -- Don, Susie, Lisa, Kenny, and Mark -- of Grand Rapids, Michigan shares an avid interest in outdoor recreation. Don and Susie, married for thirty years, are leaving their chosen professions to dedicate themselves full time to an outdoor camping experience for youth in... show more

The Van Ryn family -- Don, Susie, Lisa, Kenny, and Mark -- of Grand Rapids, Michigan shares an avid interest in outdoor recreation. Don and Susie, married for thirty years, are leaving their chosen professions to dedicate themselves full time to an outdoor camping experience for youth in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Lisa is pursuing a career in physical therapy, and Kenny lives and works in Southern California. Mark is recently married and resides in the Detroit area. Despite the sorrow surrounding the passing of their daughter Laura,the family continues to be involved in the work of their local church and community.
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Don Van Ryn's Books
Mistaken Identity: Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope - Don Van Ryn, Susie Van Ryn, Newell Cerak, Colleen Cerak, Whitney Cerak, Mark Tabb
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Mistaken Identity: Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope - Don Van Ryn, Susie Van Ryn, Newell Cerak, Colleen Cerak
Mistaken Identity: Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope - Don Van Ryn, Susie Van Ryn, Newell Cerak, Colleen Cerak
Mistaken Identity: Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope - Don Van Ryn, Susie Van Ryn, Newell Cerak, Colleen Cerak, Whitney Cerak, Mark Tabb
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Readings and Ramblings
Readings and Ramblings rated it 12 years ago
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I clearly remembered hearing about this case of mistaken identity in news broadcasts and when I came across this book I thought it would be interesting to learn something about the details of the case. I got the details and it could have been really interesting. The problem was that the book was fil...
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Coffee Bean Bookshelf
Coffee Bean Bookshelf rated it 17 years ago
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The story itself is fascinating - I remember it from the news when it happened, and as soon as I saw there was a book about it, I knew I had to read about it from the families' views.But, but, but. Ugh. I would have LOVED the book if it hadn't been so preachy. I'm a religious person, but I don't ...
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Bradford Reviews!
Bradford Reviews! rated it 17 years ago
text Mistaken Identity: Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope
This was a tear jerker, because of sadness and hope and joy. I cried for both. It still amazes me how such a mistake can be made. One of my favorite things about this book is how both families worked through each of the changes in their lives with their faith in a loving God. I would recommend this ...
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CharlotteBuriedinBooks
CharlotteBuriedinBooks rated it 56 years ago
text Mistaken Identity: Two Families, One Survivor, Unwavering Hope
I'm not an overly religious person, so there were aspects of this book that I struggled with. Religion is something that is incredibly important to both families.The story is told very simply, but I felt sorry that Laura's parents didn't seem to feel the same way as Lisa did when they found that Wh...
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