C. H. Van Zee Obituary
C. H. "Van" Van Zee
86, of Noblesville, Ind. passed away Saturday October 15, 2011 at Riverwalk Village, Noblesville. He was born December 25, 1924 in Oskaloosa, Iowa to the late Dick and Elizabeth (Brower) Van Zee.
He graduated from Pella High School in 1943 and served in the U.S. Army Air Force during WW II. Van was a mechanic for 10 years in Leighton, Iowa, worked for Snap-On Tools for 15 years which brought him to Indianapolis and retired after 20 years of custom home building for Van Zee Builders which he owned and operated. He was a member of Orchard Park Presbyterian Church of Indianapolis, Kiwanis and helped the American Red Cross. Van enjoyed being a handyman around the house, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family and grandchildren.
He is survived by his sons, Don Van Zee of Indianapolis, Dave Van Zee of Bloomington, IN; brother, Eugene Van Zee of Gibson, Iowa; 4 grandchildren, Kim Hellyer, Scott Van Zee, Chrissi Wilson, Julie Van Zee and several great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth "June" Van Zee on July 29, 2011 whom he married on March 21, 1947 and a brother, Glen Van Zee.
Funeral service will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at Orchard Park Presbyterian Church, Indianapolis, with visitation 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2011 at Evergreen Cemetery in Leighton, Iowa.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Stillinger Family Funeral Home Pasco Chapel , Greenfield, Indiana and Van Dyk-Duvan Funeral Home of Pella, Iowa.
Memorial contribution may be sent to Orchard Park Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 1605 E. 106th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46280 or the donor's favorite charity. Online condolences may be shared at: http://www.stillingerfamilyfuneralhome.com
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Jody A. Wallace
September 30, 2024
I used to help him with horses at the Sunblest Farms Facility/Barn back in the early 80's. He loved his horses (Arabians) one in particular named Pepper. Heck of a nice guy. Sorry I missed his funeral. Never will forget him and his blue El-Camino or perhaps it was a Ranchero. I can still here him say "Can I make a suggestion"?
bob packman
October 19, 2011
Dave: Kathy and I share in your loss. Your Dad was always special to me in a way I can't really explain. I remember him as warm and caring with a slightly sardonic sense of humor. I always enjoyed being around him and always felt welcome at your Carmel home through the years. I will continue to miss him. Bob Packman
Lisa Manien Dashiell
October 18, 2011
Dave, Although it's been a long time - I'm so very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was such a nice man. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Don Sturtz
October 18, 2011
Dave and Don, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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October 18, 2011
Dave I am so sorry for your loss. They are together again in Heaven now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Judy Mace
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