Van Nes Flowers on Parkhurst Blvd. near Laird Drive will close after many decades of business in South Bayview. Many remember the Van Nes store at 1622 Bayivew Avenue. Richard Van Ness has sent out word that his business has been purchased by Tidy’s Flowers. That happens on Monday, November 17, 2014. All Richard’s many friends may find him at a new location under the Van Nes name at 130 Westmore Drive, Unit 16 in Etobicoke. The phone number and website address remain the same.