In Memory Of
Katherine Van Wie
1938
2023
Katherine Van Wie
July 30, 1938 — June 20, 2023
Princetown - Katherine Van Wie, 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. Born in Clifton Park, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Elizabeth Shultis. Katherine is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Merton Van Wie.
Katherine graduated from Duanesburg High School. Shortly after, she and her husband created A-1 Wagon in Duanesburg out of their own necessity and turned it into a large successful business where they delivered bulk water all over the Northeast for commercial and residential needs. They excelled in customer service and satisfaction until their retirement in 2000.
Katherine was a wonderful and loving daughter, sister, cousin, wife, aunt, mother, and grandmother. She will be remembered most for her big bright smile and infectious laughter. She will also be remembered for her selfless acts of kindness and support of her family, friends, and neighbors. Katherine enjoyed traveling, shopping, playing cards, gardening, animals and collecting antiques.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to either Community Hospice, or a location Animal Shelter of your choice.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 11am-1pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd. Colonie, NY 12205.
To leave a special message for the family online please visit NewComerAlbany.com
Katherine graduated from Duanesburg High School. Shortly after, she and her husband created A-1 Wagon in Duanesburg out of their own necessity and turned it into a large successful business where they delivered bulk water all over the Northeast for commercial and residential needs. They excelled in customer service and satisfaction until their retirement in 2000.
Katherine was a wonderful and loving daughter, sister, cousin, wife, aunt, mother, and grandmother. She will be remembered most for her big bright smile and infectious laughter. She will also be remembered for her selfless acts of kindness and support of her family, friends, and neighbors. Katherine enjoyed traveling, shopping, playing cards, gardening, animals and collecting antiques.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to either Community Hospice, or a location Animal Shelter of your choice.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 11am-1pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd. Colonie, NY 12205.
To leave a special message for the family online please visit NewComerAlbany.com
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Katherine Van Wie, please visit our flower store.
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