James Van Doren dies at 72: Co-founder of Vans shoes

With James Van Doren at the helm, Vans built up its manufacturing operation, doubled its workforce and greatly expanded its product line far beyond the initial deck shoes into the competitive athletic shoe market. 

Co-Founder of Vans (James Van Doren) He died Oct.12 Wife didn't tell press till Thursday... Began selling custom shoes in 1966.... Got My Vans On But They Look Like Sneakers

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