04/27/2026
This is a hard one for us.
Our Big T Deli family lost one of our own. Mike wasn’t just a customer — he was part of our daily life, our conversations, our laughs, and our routine. The kind of person who leaves a mark just by being there.
We are heartbroken for Nancy and the entire family, and we’re keeping them in our thoughts during this time.
If you knew Mike, or even if you just shared a few moments with him here at the deli, we know you felt the same kindness and presence that we did.
For those who would like to pay their respects, we are sharing his obituary and service details below:
https://www.baue.com/obituaries/michael-vandeven
We’ll be there. Because that’s what you do for your people.
Hug your people a little tighter. Tell people you care about them. We don’t get enough time with the good ones.
Mike, you’ll always have a seat here.
❤️ Big T Deli – O’Fallon
View Michael B. VandeVen's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.