Theodore J. Van Bastian

Van Bastian, Theodore J. Age 85, passed away Monday, November 7, 2011. He was born in Chicago, IL on November 25, 1925 to Theo and Anna Van Bastian. He was preceded in death by his son, Theo Jr. and daughter, Tina LaCarrubba. Theodore is survived by his wife, Agnes Van Bastian of 58 years; daughter, Cheryl Sharp, Beth Lane and husband Jim, Linda Cooner and husband Mike, Steven Van Bastian and wife Beverly; ten grandchildren, Joshua Lane, Taylor Lane, Jimmy Lane, Carson Lane, Cami Martin, T.J. Sharp, Traci Sharp, Brandon Van Bastian, Tyler Van Bastian, Levi Van Bastian; three great-grandchildren. Theodore served with the Navy Subs during WWII. He moved to Rio Rancho in 1972, working for and retiring from General Electric. In his leisure time, he was the Manager of a Little League Team and a Scout leader. After retiring from G.E. he drove a school bus for the next ten years and also volunteered at the Rio Rancho Senior Center driving for special events. He enjoyed camping and loved flying radio controlled planes and was a member of Rio Rancho Controlled Airplane Club. He was a member of the Rio Rancho Presbyterian Church. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, November 12, 2011 at Daniels Family Funeral Services, Sara Chapel, 4310 Sara Road SE, Rio Rancho, NM. Inurnment to follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be given in Theodore 's honor to Storehouse West, 1030-F Veranda Drive SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-2077. Theodore 's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services
4310 Sara Road Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87124
505-892-9920