Obituary of Vern Nettesheim

Vern Nettesheim of Manhasset, NY, died on March 9th at the age of 90. He was born in Holland and immigrated to Manhasset from Germany in 1952. Vern was the owner of Syosset Truck Sales until he retired. He took over ownership of a small truck dealership in Manhasset and grew the business to have locations in both Nassau and Suffolk counties. He was the first and most successful dealer for Mercedes Benz trucks in North America. As a man who understood making a new life as an immigrant, he enjoyed giving others opportunities. Vern's favorite pastimes were having conversations about political and social issues, and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Ursula, his daughters, Susan and Patricia, his sons Peter and Michael, and 7 grandchildren. A wake will be held on Monday, March 13 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at the Fairchild Funeral Chapel, 1570 Northern Blvd in Manhasset.