Obituary of Alden W. Van Dreser

Alden W. Van Dreser Quietly at his home, on October 12, 2010, at age 90 after a long battle with blood disorders. Predeceased by his wife Elizabeth in 2002. Survived by his daughter Barbara (Donald) Behner; brother, Reverend Donald Van Dreser of Vermont; many nieces, nephews & friends. Alden was a retiree of Lawyers Co-operative Publishing Company where he worked from 1941 to 1984 as a linotype setter. He was married to his high school sweetheart for 58 years. He was known by family & friends as an easy going man with a great smile. He enjoyed being with his many friends in the deaf community & cherished the lasting bonds that they created. A graduate of the School for the Deaf where he met his wife Elizabeth. He lived in Brighton until he moved to Penfield in 2001 to be with his daughter & son-in-law. He will be remembered for his kind nature & being a "gentleman" to everyone that met his acquaintance. Interment will be held at White Haven Memorial Park at a private family ceremony per Alden's request. Contributions may be given to the Humane Society of Greater Rochester (Lollypop Farm) Click Here To Donate Online or Penfield Volunteer Emergency Ambulance Click Here To Donate Online. To leave a message of condolence, click the "Add Memorial" button found below. Home Penfield, NY Birthplace Gloversville, NY