James Van Der Beek is being remembered by his ex-wife. One day after news broke that the 48-year-old Dawson's Creek alum died following a colorectal cancer battle, Heather McComb, who was married to him from 2003 to 2009, took to Instagram to mourn. Related: What Cancer 'Taught' James Van Der Beek, In His Own Words She wrote alongside a throwback picture of them: "Thank you for everyone who has reached out. I appreciate and feel all your love. I am heartbroken over the loss of beloved James. I am especially heartbroken for his incredible wife Kimberly, his beautiful children and his amazing family, Jim, Jared, Juliana and all of his family and friends who I know he loved deeply." Heather expressed that she will forever "treasure" their time together and their final words to each other: "This picture is from my 21st birthday. Dawsons Creek hadn't even aired yet. This is how I will always see James innocent, kind and pure of heart. What a journey we shared over the years. I sit here in immense gratitude for the special connection, friendship and love that James and I shared that has endured through decades. I will treasure the last loving words we exchanged. James was a beautiful soul filled with so much light, love, talent, humor, depth, sensitivity, knowledge and a deep love of God that shined through him. He shined so bright yet was so humble and human. Always searching, always growing, always going deeper, always chasing things outside his comfort zone." Heather went on to say that she knew "James loved being a father so much" to his six children. She also acknowledged that he especially "loved" his wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, calling them "true soulmates." The Party of Five actress added: "How she showed up for him with such grace is so beautiful and something I will forever admire. James was a blessing to all that knew him and because of his boldness to share his journey with the world so bravely is now a blessing to all." Heather concluded the lengthy tribute with a prayer for James' family and directed everyone to donate to their GoFundMe: "God please hold Kimberly, his children, his family and everyone who is mourning his loss in your arms. You are the healer of all healers. Thank you Jesus for bringing this beautiful soul into the world and into all of our lives. I love you James. I know you had a lot of loved ones up there welcoming you home. God bless you. Till we meet again you sweet soul you. Prayers up James family meant everything to him please help cover them during this difficult season." What a touching tribute. It says a lot about James that he and Heather remained close even after their divorce. See her post (below): View this post on Instagram A post shared by Heather McComb (@heatmccomb) [Image via MEGA/FayesVision/WENN] The post James Van Der Beek's 'Heartbroken' Ex-Wife Heather McComb Mourns His Loss: 'I Love You James' appeared first on Perez Hilton.