Adrian Van Zon

Adrian Van Zon of South Egremont, Massachusetts, Ponte Verda Beach, Florida and Sagogn, Switzerland passed away on February 18, 2025, with family and close friends by his side. He was 92 years old. Adrian was born on June 30, 1932, in Oss, Holland and was the oldest of 7 children. 

During his childhood, Adrian endured the hardships of World War II and then later attended the prestigious Nyenrode Business Universiteit in the Netherlands. After earning his degree, he emigrated to the United States where he started what became a successful export business, VanZon International. His business thrived allowing him to travel to all corners of the world. 

He led an extraordinary life filled with many passions. He was a successful investor, antique car collector, pilot, and athlete. Adrian enjoyed flying his plane and driving his antique cars throughout the Berkshires and beyond. Further, he conquered the Alps on his skis and bicycle and enjoyed the competitiveness of tennis at Wyantunuck Country Club in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. 

Adrian loved classical music and championed the Berkshire Bach Society, acting as Chairman of the Board and Treasurer for many years. At Berkshire School, he was a trustee for over 20 years, stewarded their endowment investment strategy, and set up a scholarship for many local students who otherwise could not afford the tuition. 

He married the mother of his children, Gabriele, in 1960 in the principality of Liechtenstein and together they raised their children in New Jersey and Massachusetts. In 2003, he married Judith Berringer, who predeceased him in 2024. 

Adrian will be missed by many family members and friends. He is survived by his three children, Eric, Astrid and Ingrid, and son-in-law’s, Marc Vaccaro and John Borwick. He shared his passion of flying and skiing with his grandsons, Jackson and Hunter. He is also survived by his siblings, Mieke, Josephine, and Hattie, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by brothers, Joseph, Rini and Teun. 

A celebration of life will be held in the spring at his home in the Berkshires with a date to be determined. Donations in memory of Adrian can be made to the Berkshire Bach Society.