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Ivan Van Norstrand Obituary
CATO - Ivan R. Van Norstrand, 82, of Cato, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 7, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born Aug. 5, 1937, son of the late Howard and Margaret "Peg" Van Norstrand. He was a 1956 graduate of Cato-Meridian Central School where he was a member of the Future Farmers of America. He married his wife of 62 years, Margaret "Margie" Riester on Dec. 14, 1957. He purchased the family farm in 1958 from his grandmother. He was awarded the NYS Farm Family of the Year in 1976. He was a former member of both Victory and Conquest Grange. A longtime member of Conquest Fire Department; he served as chief for eight years. He was a Minneapolis Moline enthusiast and collector.
He was predeceased by an infant son, Peter Howard Van Norstrand (1960).
He is survived by his wife, Margie; children, Raymond (Arlene) Van Norstrand, Lela (Randy) Daratt, Barbara (Richard "Jack") Lees, and Paul (Chanda) Van Norstrand; grandchildren, Emily (Travis) Dunn, Steven (Julia) Van Norstrand, Susan (Alex C.) Daratt, Lori (Brandon B.) Daratt, Tallie (David) Czajkowski, and Hana Van Norstrand; great-grandchildren, Logan and Harper Dunn, John Van Norstrand, Dave and Dake Czajkowski.
Due to the pandemic, drive-through calling hours will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at the Van Norstrand Farm, 11122 State Route 38, Cato, NY. A funeral service will take place at 2 p.m. in accordance to the current social distancing guidelines. A private graveside burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Weedsport.
For those wishing to make contributions, they may do so to the Conquest Fire Department, 10351 Slayton Road, Port Byron, NY 13140.
Keysor-Dain-Cullinan Funeral Home, Cato, is in care of the arrangements.
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Beth OShaughnessy
May 16, 2020
Our condolences to your family.
Brad/Jen Leyburn
May 16, 2020
Sorry for your loss.. Condolences to the Vanorstrad Family, Rest easy Ivan
Darnell Fuller
May 10, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss! I am so blessed to have met Ivan and his family even if only for a short time! The love and support you all have for each other is beyond words! May god bless you during this difficult time and Ivans love surround you!! Thinking of you and keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers!
Sincerely, Darnell (kindred)
Jayne Andrews
May 10, 2020
I my so sorry for your loss. Ivan was a wonderful man.
Gene and Michele Scorzelli
May 9, 2020
Our deepest and sincere condolences to the VanNorstrand family for your loss.
Rosemary Richmond
May 9, 2020
Paul, I am very sorry for your loss.
Michael Chapman
May 9, 2020
Our condolences to the Van Norstrand family. Speaking with Ivan was always a pleasure.
Michael H. Chapman
Beverly Finch
May 8, 2020
Sorry for your loss.
Mr and Mrs. Gerald Youngs
May 8, 2020
So sorry for your families loss of Ivan. He is a legacy to our farming and community industry. He will be sadly missed.
Caleb Miller
May 8, 2020
My deepest condolences
Rev. Lorraine Zimmerman
May 8, 2020
Arlene and family so sorry for your loss. Praying that the peace that passes all understanding surround you and comfort you.
Judy Krieger
May 8, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul Benton
May 8, 2020
My condolences all of you. The community will miss Ivan greatly.
Harold Leader Sr
May 8, 2020
So sorry to hear about lvan knew him well always pleasent to talk to
Dell and Winnie Tyler
May 8, 2020
Our Condolences to the Ivan Van Norstrand family. He was a good neighbor. He will be missed.
Jana House
May 8, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Michelle Bonanno
May 8, 2020
Prayers to the family during this difficult time.
Marty Robinson
May 8, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers being sent.
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