Jim was a lot of things to a lot of people and was loved by many. He will be missed. 
James Ernest Heckenlaible, 62 of Gold River, CA passed away in his sleep the morning of April 3, 2016. Jim was born in Lodi, CA July 2, 1953. He graduated from Lodi High School in 1971. After a few years of driving “Big Rigs” cross-country he decided to settle down, marrying his soulmate Gloria Dinsmore in 1982. Jim made the decision to return to college where he received his Bachelor Degree at Cal State Stanislaus and subsequently became a CPA. He started his accounting career with Ernst and Whinney. In 1992 he was employed by the State of California as a settlement officer, in the legal division, with the Franchise Tax Board.
He enjoyed being involved with the family vineyard business as well.
Jim loved traveling, especially to tropical destinations where he enjoyed all aspects of the ocean - including diving and sailing. Jim learned piano at a young age which fostered his passion of music.
Fun-spirited, friendly, engaging, loyal, sensitive and bit of a rascal could all be used to describe his nature. A surprise to some was his love of cats. He was intrigued with the wildness of them while, at the same time, they are house pets.
James was preceded in death by his father Ernest Heckenlaible. He is survived by his wife Gloria of 33 years, of Gold River, CA; mother Julia Heckenlaible of Lodi, brother Dwayne Heckenlaible (Vicki) and niece Ashley Heckenlaible of Lodi, CA; mother-in-law Barbara Buck of San Antonio, TX and brother in law David Dinsmore of Honolulu, HI. Jim is also survived by his rescue cats Elmo and Lenny.
SERVICES
A celebration of life will be held from 2-4 pm on Monday, April 11, 2016 at Klinkerbrick Winery 15887 N. Alpine Rd. Lodi, CA Memorials may be made to SPCA or Happy Tails www.happytails.org
October 20, 1953, Jeannette attended Franklin High, and retired from St. Mary’s Dining Hall and Stockton Emergency Food Bank as a pantry clerk.
Jeannette leaves behind her children, Angela Simon, Jeffrey Zarate, Jr, Sarah Almazan, and grandchildren, Andrew Klein, Thomas Stallkamp, Joseph Stallkamp, Christian Reyes, Elias Estrada, Roxanne Stallkamp, Abram Almazan, and Emilio Almazan. She will also be missed by her sisters, Carolyn Schneider and Nancy Brumbaugh.
away on March 3, 2016 in Oakland, CA. She was born to parents Rosalyn and Richard Lucas on May 31, 1920. The decision Alys made at 8 years of age to ask Jesus to be her Savior, formed the direction of her life. She and her family were members of Bethel Open Bible Church. Graduating from Lodi High with top honors in 1936 at age 16, she chose to pursue Biblical training at Bible Standard College in Eugene, OR. Her future husband Harvey Klapstein of Lodi, also graduated from the same school. They were married in Lodi in 1940. During their 60-year marriage, they served together in many types of Christian ministry. Alys always cared for others in her roles as a Bible College teacher and Dean of Women, missionary, pastor’s wife, and head of Open Bible’s Women’s Ministries on the West Coast. Alys was also a credentialed minister with Open Bible Standard Churches for 70 plus years.
Harvey Berndt peacefully went to be with his heavenly father on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. He will be missed by many, especially his family: wife, Ruth Violet (Weigum); daughter and son-in law, Mike and Debby (Berndt) Walker; son, John Berndt; and grandchildren Steven Walker, Jenna Berndt, Jesse Berndt, and Brianna Berndt; brother, Bob Berndt; and several cousins including his very special cousin, Vern Weigum. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Melitta (Frank) Berndt and sister, Viola (Berndt) Strobel.
Early February 7th, 2016, our beloved Wife, Mom and Gram passed away in her home of 43 years in rural Lodi. She was surrounded and held by her family as she slipped from us at the age of 77.
Connie was born in Utah in 1938 to Afton and Willard Dillon, followed by two sisters, Vickey and Loma. She grew up mostly in Long Beach, California where she met her husband of 57 years, C.M. “Mike” Copulos. They had three children, Tina, Craig and Chad before moving to Lodi in 1973. It is here in Lodi that Connie created a home filled with love and happiness for her husband, children and grandchildren. Through the years she was known for her sewing, baked goods and jams, enjoyed by all that knew her. Connie was a tremendously devoted, giving person who provided comfort and care for everyone around her.
She is remembered by her husband, Mike Copulos; daughter Tina & her husband, Barry Elzig; son, Craig & his wife, Cindy Copulos; son Chad Copulos & his husband, Anthony Belef. Connie is Gram to five grandchildren, Joshua, Sara & Allie Elzig, Justin and Casey Copulos.
Edward D. Walshin passed away in Stockton on January 28, 2016 at the age of 78. He was born in Oakland, CA on November 11, 1937 to Seymour and Harriette Walshin. Ed worked for many years as a cement truck driver for 40 years, and enjoyed the outdoors – especially camping and fishing. He also was a fan of the San Francisco Giants, attending his first game last season. He also enjoyed traveling to Puerto Vallarta, and going to the Saturday morning flea market. Above all Ed loved his family, and cherished spending time and special occasions with them.
Ron Walker passed away at the age of 72 on January 28, 2016. Born on October 27, 1943, Ron retired in 2010 after working 30 years for Oroville Cogeneration, L.P. He is survived by his wife, Jane (Litch) Walker, and his daughters, Sheila (Harold) Granger and Shelly Walker, and granddaughter Ashley Granger. He also leaves behind his great grandchildren, Anthony Jr. and Alayna Zapata and sister, Linda McCauley, and nieces, Joyce Ruiz, Julie Lacey, Lori McClelland and nephew Matthew McCauley.
ranch in Acampo. Born in Oakland, he moved to Rio Linda at a young age. As a young boy he was involved with the Sacramento Horseman’s Club. Norman graduated from Highlands High School in 1960 and Stockton College in 1962. On August 7, 1965 Norman married his childhood sweetheart Dustie Baker.
Norman was a lifetime member of the California State Horseman’s Association. He was a horse show judge for many years traveling up and down the west coast and 3 trips to Hawaii. Norman enjoyed hunting, hiking and the great outdoors. He was always quick to share his knowledge and love of horses.
Norman is preceded in death by his wife of 46 years Dustie Harris. He is survived by his daughter Kerri Barcroft (William), granddaughter Lynndee Barcroft of Acampo, and sister Marilyn Cook (John) of Lodi.
07/12/1922 – 01/22/2016