Obituary of Adeline "Van" True

Adeline Van True, or Van to most people, 85, of Champlain, NY passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh, NY. Mrs. True was born November 28, 1936 in Richmond, VA. She is the daughter of the late Marshall and the late Cora (Means) Andrews. She is the wife of Wesley D. True, Sr. of Champlain, NY. She met her husband 17June, 1956 in Somerset, Massachusetts. Van was an Air Force wife, traveling to Europe, and Drew France for 5 years. They moved to Plattsburgh, NY and lived there untill the Air Force Base closed. They eventually bought a home and lived in Champlain for 52 yrs. Mom was fond of all animals having horses, dogs, cats and enjoying her koi pond. She loved gardening and she was yanking on a hose the day before and her gardens were always commented on how beautiful they are. Adeline is survived by her is her husband Wesley D. True Sr.: one daughter, Brenda True-Phaneuf and her husband Bruce Phaneuf: one son Wesley D. True Jr. His wife Susan Monenssen-True predeceased him; her only grandchild, Hannah True. She is also survived by her brother, Marshall Andrews and his wife Patrica and their children Kimberly and Marshall Jr. along with her nephews. She was predeceased by her only sister Cora Lidner. A graveside service will be held Monday, July 18th at 11:00 AM at Maple Hill Cemetery in Rouses Point, NY. Rev. Patty Beauharnois will officiate. The family suggests in lieu of flowers donations in memory of Adiline "Van" be made to a charity of your choice or consider the ASPCA or the Honor Flight of Plattsburgh, NY. The M. B. Clark, Inc., Funeral Home in Champlain, NY is in charge of arrangements. Relatives and friends are invited to share a memory or leave condolences at www.mbclarkfuneralhome.com .