Norman Van Ness Obituary
The passing of Norman Van Ness in Dothan, Alabama, born in Kingston, New York leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 17, 2025 at the age of 89. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Norman Van Ness to show support.
Though Norman Van may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Norman Van touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his children, Jeffrey Van Ness and Karen Van Ness (Elizabeth M. Donegan); his grandson John Miguel Van Ness; his parents, Abraham Ness and Mary Van Ness; his wife Elaine Van Ness; and his sisters, Jeanne Maggiorie and Mary Ellen DuBois.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 24th 2025 from 10:15 AM to 11:00 AM at the Sunset Chapel (1700 Barrington Rd, Midland City, AL 36350). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 24th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel (1700 Barrington Rd, Midland City, AL 36350). The military honors will be held on Friday, January 24th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home and Crematory (1700 Barrington Rd, Midland City, AL 36350).
Norman's professional life reached a pinnacle as he became a member of the Senior Executive Service within the Federal Highway Administration, where he left a lasting legacy through his contributions to the nation's infrastructure.
