VanDervort, James K. DELMAR James K. VanDervort, 81, passed away March 17, 2014. Married to wife Ann for 31 years. Brother to William VanDervort of Vestal, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jim was a graduate with a post graduate degree from Cornell University. He was retired from N.Y. State Office of Planning and Coordination as regional director. He loved to garden and was a long time member of the Bethlehem Historical Association. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Army. To share memories, friends may call at the funeral home, Friday, March 21, 4 - 6 p.m. Contributions in memory of Jim may be made to Community Hospice at St. Peter's Hospital, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Mar. 19 to Mar. 20, 2014.

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Karen Simpson

March 26, 2014

A true gentleman is gracing Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you Ann.

March 20, 2014

I knew Jim at Cornell, and in the Department of State. He was always very much liked and appreciated. He was a gentleman, and had a lot of respect for others. I am very sorry for your loss. Kevin Cross

March 19, 2014

We'll all miss Jim GREATLY! He certainly did know lots about antiques and was always such fun with whom to visit! Bill & Judy McMillen

March 19, 2014

so sorry to hear of your loss...sincerely, bob & sallie rafferty

Betty Albright (Beth Library)

March 19, 2014

Dearest Ann my heart goes out to you in this sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Charlene Welcome

March 19, 2014

Ann - ((((HUGS))) I am so sorry to learn of this. Jim will be greatly missed by many. If you need anything - don't hesitate to call
Charlene

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