Obituary: Theron E. Bastian

Theron E. Bastian passed away Tuesday, March 23, 2021. He was the loving husband of Margaret Bastian (formerly Figler). He was predeceased by his first wife, Nancy (nee Olson).

Bastian was the father of Renee (Daniel) Gietz, Stacey (Terry) Pilinko and T. Scott (Debra) Bastian; stepfather to Roman (Karen) Figler III, Bobbi (Mike) Hopkins and Jim (Sabrina) Figler; grandfather to 17, great-grandfather to six and great-great-grandfather to three. He was the brother of Cheryl Alden, Lynn Nalbone and the late Bryce (Sue) Bastian. He was also adored by many nieces, nephews and friends. He was a graduate of St. Lawrence University and M.I.T. He worked in many capacities at Carborundum Co. then started IVAL, helping clients find undervalued stocks.

Interests included the outdoors, being “punny” and sailing on his beloved Niagara River. A private family service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 27. Virtual attendance is welcomed via livestream. The link will be available at sttimothygrandisland.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 1453 Staley Road, Grand Island, 14072.

A celebration of life will be held this summer. Please share condolences at www.Kaiserfuneral.com.