Jean K. Van Duzer

Jean Van Duzer Obituary

VAN DUZER, Jean K.
Age 70 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2008, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Mrs. Van Duzer was born in Elmira, NY on December 31, 1937, the daughter of the late George and Mary Wojtyna Kakritz. Mrs. Van Duzer was a Registered Nurse and Family Nurse Practitioner at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. She received a BS and MS in Nursing and was a graduate of the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Jean married her husband, Lewis Sayre Van Duzer on October 17, 1964 and they would have celebrated their 44th Wedding Anniversary this year. She was a member of the Friends of the Horseheads Free Library and a healthcare volunteer. Mrs. Van Duzer is survived by her husband: Lewis Sayre Van Duzer; sons and daughters-in-law: James Sayre and Marie Van Duzer of Williamsville, NY with their children: Lucas J. and Alex M. Van Duzer; William Lewis and Carole Van Duzer of Erie, PA with their children: Austin S. and Alyssa R.; David Joseph and Deirdra Van Duzer of Horseheads, NY and their son Daniel; brother: George Kakritz of Sun City, AZ; sister-in-law and brother-in-law: Jan and Frederick Rohrs of Horseheads, NY; special aunt: Jean Wojtyna of Horseheads, NY; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Lynch Funeral Home 318 West Broad Street Horseheads, NY on Monday August 4, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mrs. Van Duzer's Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday August 5, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Thomas O'Brien Officiating. Interment in Maple Grove Cemetery. The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Jean through memorials to the Friends of the Horseheads Free Library, 405 S. Main St., Horseheads, NY 14845; Horseheads Historical Society, 312 W. Broad Street, Horseheads, NY 14845; or to the SPCA, Rt. 352, Elmira, NY 14903. The family would like to thank the staff on 4T at the Arnot Ogden and a special thank you to Julie Lynch for all the care and support given to Jean and her family.

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Published by Star-Gazette from Aug. 2 to Aug. 4, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Jean Van Duzer

11 Entries

Jim "Sonny" Stewart & family

August 5, 2008

Lewie,Jim,Bill,& Dave,
I'm very sorry for your loss, please know that all of you & your families will be in our thoughts during this rough time. If I can be of any help please let me know.

Roger Rumsey

August 5, 2008

Lew and family,
Sorry for your loss.

Diane (Sano) and Steve O'Brien

August 4, 2008

Dear Lew and Dave,

We were very sorry to hear of Jean's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Gretchen Lankenau

August 4, 2008

Lew and Family,
Bill and I were very sadden to read of Jean's death in the Star-Gazette and our sympathy goes to you, the boys and their families.
As you know, Jean and I were instructors together at both Arrnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing and the Robert Parker School of Nursing. We shared fun times together-work responsibilities as well as lots of talk about our families. (much in common with three sons).I always enjoyed stopping off at your home and catching up on all the activities.My impression was a very busy, happy household with lots of laughter and good humor.
Jean was a good friend and a caring and dedicated teacher and I can imagine how proud she was of her 5 grandchildren.My love and thoughts are with all of you.
Gretchen

Bruce Rohrs

August 4, 2008

Uncle Lewie, Jim, Bill, David & Families,

We were very sorry to hear of Aunt Jean's death. She was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor (which was tested repeatedly over the years). My son reminded me that she also served a very valuable family function as one of the milestones to adulthood - you knew you were starting to grow when you became taller than Aunt Jean. I imagine she would have laughed and said something about setting bigger milestones, but at least two generations appreciated her for this. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bruce, Melissa, Ben & Matt

Daniel Van Duzer

August 3, 2008

Papa,
I feel sad my Gramdma is gone. I really liked her alot. I will miss her brownies and Meatloaf. If it would make you feel better I will have a sleep over with you when you are ready. She was great to the cats, and she got cutie for aunt Jean.

Love
Daniel Van Duzer
Grandson

Bill Kozuck

August 3, 2008

Lew,
I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.

Irene (Miller) Oppenheim

August 3, 2008

To the VanDuzer Family,
Jim, Bill & David--It has been a long time since we've seen each other (high school??). However, I think of all of you whenever I drive past your parents' house on the way to my parents' and have wondered how and where you all were. I am so sorry to read about your mom. Please know that you are all in my toughts and prayers during this time.
Blessings,

Rebecca (Tompkins) Mendez

August 2, 2008

Dear Uncle Lew, Jim, Bill, David and your families -- Uncle George and the AZ Kakritz crew -- so sorry to hear about Aunt Jean. Will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Sue Raub

August 2, 2008

Lew - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Carol had told me that your wife was sick and asked me to pray for her. I will now keep you and your family in my prayers. Please take comfort in knowing that her suffering is over.

Sue Wojtyna Matthews

August 2, 2008

Aunt Jean has kept me apprised of Jean Marlene's struggle, my heart goes out to Lew, the boys, and the grandchildren. I know that you will support each other, but I am so sorry for the times you now must share without her.

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