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's widow is paying respects to - just over a week after losing her own spouse.
Kimberly Van Der Beek paid tribute to Eric with a photo capturing happier times their families shared together.
She wrote a message sending her love to Eric's wife and recalled a bittersweet memory of James and Eric's friendship.
'RIP @realericdane We love you @rebeccagayheartdane. Will miss our guys laughing at parties together,' she captioned the post.
The photo captured the Van Der Beeks posing alongside Eric, Rebecca, and their two daughters at the 16th annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball, a gala benefitting those seeking meaningful employment.
It is a cause that has clearly resonated with both Eric and James, who have attended the gala in previous years - and were even photographed together.
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James Van Der Beek's widow, Kimberly Van Der Beek, is paying tribute to the late Eric Dane
Pictures show James and Eric attending the ball back in 2014 and 2007 as they shared the spotlight with their spouses.
Dane's death was announced on Thursday, less than a year after he revealed that he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.
She described the moment as ‘simple and beautiful and moving,’ with loved ones by their side and more friends joining via Zoom.
Musician Poranguí, a close friend of the couple, provided live music for the ceremony, closing the touching tribute with a rendition of Somewhere Over the Rainbow.
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