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Clatus E. Van Zile

August 16, 1941 ~ March 28, 2021 (age 79) 79 Years Old

Clatus Van Zile Obituary

Born August 16, 1941. Passed away suddenly March 28, 2021. Survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Karen (Foltz) Van Zile; daughter, Tami; son, Greg (Alice); two brothers, William James (Judy) and Gary (Beverly); two grandsons; two granddaughters; nieces and nephews; numerous cousins; and an aunt. He was predeceased by his parents, Ralph and Iola Van Zile.

Clatus was affectionately known as "Van" by his family and close friends. He followed in his father's footsteps as a welder. He was a certified high pressure vessel welder at Kodak for 20 years.

Clatus loved fishing and camping with his beloved dog, Kandi, and enjoyed the PBR.

He will be Interred privately at a later date. 

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