Elks Lodge Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of George VanNest
George B. Van Nest BATAVIA, NY George B. Van Nest, age 81, passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021 under the care of his family and HomeCare & Hospice. George was born November 4, 1939, in Trenton, New Jersey to the late David S. and Alice (Bitner) Van Nest. He was also preceded in death by an older brother, David F. Van Nest. George served in the United States Navy out of Mayport, Florida. He served primarily on the USS Shangri-La (CV-38) as a jet mechanic and plane captain. He served during the...
