Hershel Everett Van Dever, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at his home. He was 62, born in Louisville, KY on July 3, 1955 to Hershel and Dorothy (End) Van Dever. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family, fishing and being outdoors. Hershel is survived by his wife Cheryl, 7 children, Michelle Van Dever, Chrystal Hamilton, Shandra (Adam McGary) Pullar, Hershel (Jeni) Van Dever, Mike, Brandon, and Cody Van Dever; step-daughter Megan O’Neil; 12 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Kelly Shafer and Carolyn Wagner; 4 brothers, Denis, Tony, James, and John Burke; and numerous nieces and nephews.