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G. Peter Van Zandt
of Binghamton
G. Peter Van Zandt, 63, of Binghamton, N.Y., went unexpectedly to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 6, 2008. Peter is survived by his parents, George and Dorothy Van Zandt, Crossville, Tenn.; his sons, Adam and Lucas Van Zandt, Berlin, Conn.; and his daughter, Amanda Quinn and husband, Wayne, Paoli, Pa. Peter is also survived by his beloved grandchildren, Virginia Isakson Van Zandt, Foster Van Zandt Freudberg, Riley Van Zandt and Brayden Quinn. Peter is also survived by his siblings, Lynn Cavender, her husband, Dean, and their children, Jesse and Michael, Roseville, Calif.; Suzanne Petrey, her husband, Clay and their children, Caleb and Elizabeth, Nashville, Tenn. Peter was born March 19, 1945 in Orlando, Fla. As a youth, he moved to Long Island, where he graduated from Massapequa H.S. in 1963. Peter then volunteered for the U.S. Army and married Virginia Pla on February 6, 1965. While stationed in Okinawa, Japan, Peter started his family. Upon his honorary discharge, he embarked on his legal career, first obtaining his BA at SUNY Binghamton in 1971 and then his law degree at Hofstra Law School in 1975. Upon the completion of his education, the family settled in Binghamton, N.Y. Peter started his law career with the Broome County DA's office as an Assistant DA. After two years, Peter opened his own private practice which he maintained until his death, which included representing the Town of Windsor for over 25 years. Peter had many loves and interests. When his children were in their youth, Peter was very active in their sports, including coaching their youth baseball teams. Peter was an avid softball player well into his forties. Peter also loved to cook, the R.I. shore and his grandchildren. Peter was greatly loved and admired and his generosity, intelligence and humor will be dearly missed by his family, friends and acquaintances.
A private funeral service for Peter will be held at the convenience of the family. On Thursday, July 10, 2008, the family will receive friends for a celebration of Peter's life from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Grand Royale Hotel, 80 State St., Binghamton, N.Y. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.savagefs.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for G. Van Zandt
Julie Reeves
July 14, 2008
To the entire Van Zandt family. We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I have a business card from the early 70's with a sentiment written on the back from your father. If anyone would like, I'd be glad to send it to you. Write to me at PO Box 75 Tunnel NY 13848
Kathleen (Harding) DeNight
July 14, 2008
My heart is filled with deepest sorrow at your loss of your parents. I can not imagine the pain you feel now but I wanted to let you know that our loving thoughts are with you.
Matt Tabeek
July 12, 2008
Lucas, Adam and Amanda,
Your parents always made me feel so welcome at your house growing up -- whether we were just hanging out in the kitchen talking to your mom or watching football in the living room with your dad. All I remember are great times -- good conversation, lots of laughing and your mom's tasty meatloaf. I'll always cherish those memories.
Today I was thinking about how your mom used to drive us all over the place in that blue minivan during our early years at SCC and your dad taking all those pictures of our football games. They were great people whose love for you was always obvious.
I wish I could have been there Thursday to see you. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
And Lucas, I miss you, bud. Stay strong.
April M
July 11, 2008
Adam
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your loved ones.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maura (Brown) Turner
July 10, 2008
Adam, Luke and Amanda,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Remember to reflect on the strengths that your parents have offered your family to help you through this difficult time. Tom and Maura Turner
Kitty & Lee Gardner-Silviera
July 10, 2008
Amanda, Luke and Adam,
We are so sorry for your loss. We didn't know your mother, but your Dad was our lawyer and we liked and admired him. He also always asked about my son David Gardner who was a friend of Amanda's in high school. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
July 10, 2008
To the entire Van Zandt Families.
We are so sorry to hear of this loss.
We are unable to attend but have talked to Lucas and are all praying for the entire family. Ginny and Peter will always be remembered as special people and at a time like this we want to remember them as being extra special and may they rest together in peace. All of you are in our prayers. Rhode Island
Kate O'Donnell Hager
July 10, 2008
Adam, Luke & Amanda,
We are so sorry for your loss. We cannot even imagine what you are going through right now. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Hagers-Tom & Peg, Tommy, Jr. & Kate
Chuck Shager
July 10, 2008
Adam and Luke I am so sorry to hear about your parents, your dad was a great person and friend he will be dearly missed by all that knew him. I am out of town on business and will be unable to attend the services but my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Mary Lou Bush-Bailey
July 10, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
HELEN WESOLOSKI
July 10, 2008
DEAR ADAM,LUKE@AMANDA,I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,YOUR MOM AND DAD WERE AWESOME PEOPLE.MAY THEY REST IN PEACE.LOVE HELEN WESOLOSKI
Dan Hillis
July 10, 2008
Your parents were good, kind people. This is a terrible loss. You are all in my prayers.
Jean Masucci
July 9, 2008
May you find comfort with each other during this immense time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God Bless.
cindy sleeper
July 9, 2008
Luke,Adam,Amanda
I knew your father for quite a while.Im an employee at otb and would like to let you know that you three are in my prayers.my deepest sympathy to all of you.
Sara Valashinas-Doty
July 9, 2008
Adam, Luke and Amanda - May God bless you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Anonymous
July 9, 2008
I am a resident of the city of Binghamton and I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family. I think that the whole city is praying for the family.
Ken and Deanna Inman
July 9, 2008
Dear George and Dottie,
With All Our Heartfelt Sympathy and Compassion to You and Your Family.
You are in our Thoughts and Prayers.
Dona Schmidt
July 9, 2008
Dear Van Zandt Children, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I never met Amanda, I knew you boys from OTB. My heart goes out to all of you. Your father was truly a great man. He always gave me free legal advice, as he knew I was a single mother. Your mom must have been a wonderful person as well, as they raised the three of you together. I remember when the little grandson came along who loved trains. I thought Pete would burst. He spoke of and was so proud of each of you. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. May your cherished memories bring you peace in the weeks and months ahead. You are in my prayers.
Daniel Mccloe
July 9, 2008
Very sorry for your loss. Your dad was my baseball coach when I was a teenager and I played with his sons.
He was a very good man I always had a lot of respect for him.
Larry Davis
July 9, 2008
Luke, Adam & Amanda,
I am writing this for Larry & Sheila Davis. They are so sorry that they are unable to attend the services. They have been out of town and have no access to the internet. You are in their thoughts and prayers. Deepest Sympathy Larry and Sheila
Steve Nelson
July 9, 2008
George and Dottie, I was in shock when I heard this horrible news.
May I express my sympathy and deep sorrow for your loss. God Bless You and Your Family in this time of need. You are in my prayers.
Karen Miller
July 9, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Ellen Meskell
July 9, 2008
Adam, Luke and Amanda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you endure the experiences of these next few days. Stay close to each other and comfort each other and know that your parents are at peace and are resting in the palm of God's hand.
Sincerely,
Ms. Mary Ellen Meskell
Stephen Graver
July 9, 2008
Your father was truely a great man and a great lawyer. He helped me threw some troubled times. If it were'nt for him I don't know were I would be. I had just seen your father and had spoken with him briefly. He never forgot who I was. My deepest condolences. I will keep you in my prayers.
May GOD be with you,
DEBBIE BURKE
July 9, 2008
MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
Anomonyous
July 9, 2008
I am a resident of Binghamton. This tragedy has touched all of our hearts. God bless you and may you find god for comfort.
Eddie Wesoloski
July 9, 2008
Adam,Luke,and Amanda I really am at a loss of words, you parents were great people and will be missed greatly. My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Tracy Lawrence
July 9, 2008
Our prayers are with all of you in your grief.
July 9, 2008
Adam, Luke and Amanda......
We are so very sorry for your losses.
Our hearts go out to you.
Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Bonnie Hynes
Ray Austin
July 9, 2008
Luke, Adam, and Amanda-
I am out of town and unable to attend the services for your parents.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ray Austin
Nikki Cerretani
July 9, 2008
Adam, Luke and Amanda,
I am so sorry for your lost my prayers are with all of you.
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