Birth date: Mar 15, 1979 Death date: Jun 5, 2023
Ian M. Contard, 44, of Liverpool, passed away June 5, 2023 at Upstate University Hospital. He was born in Marshalltown, Iowa and served in the U.S. Army. Ian worked as a chef at many local establishments in the CNY area, most rece Read Obituary
I have shared this memory with some family members, but I’d like to share it again. It shows how Ian’s heart was big, from a pretty young age: even at that tough pre-teen (or early teen) stage: it was a warm September afternoon at our daughter’s (Lauren’s) first birthday party. As I talked and mingled with our 30 guests, I found myself needing a cold drink. I must have half thought it/mumbled it in an audible voice. The next thing I know, I hear a young voice behind me: “Aunt Elaine…”. I turned around and there stood 12 or 13 year old Ian, handing me a large glass, filled with an icy cold beverage. No one told him to do that. He must have observed what was needed and sprang to help. I will never forget that first hand experience - an early glimpse of what Ian was, inside, and what he was to become. We love you, Ian. Though we are going to miss you, terribly, you are forever in our hearts. ❤️. Rest well and in peace, dear nephew.
Another heart breaking loss.
When Ian was a toddler he used to get my attention by yelling ah beetz! Later, uncle pizza, then uncle Pete. From the beginning, Ian endeared his aunts, uncles family and friends with his good nature and good heartedness. A genuine kindness and caring. My God, we will miss him. Rest peacefully my dear nephew.
Uncle Pete.
It was a pleasure knowing Ian, always giving a helping hand. May you RIP fly with the Angels.
I am extremely saddened by this news. It was always a pleasure to have Ian join us many times for dinner when I was in town for business dinners with his Dad Chris and many of our co-workers over the past 30 years. Ian was always engaging, funny and obviously a good friend to his Dad. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Don Broschard
