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SPIETH, Jr., Erwin Jack
CHP officer Erwin Jack Spieth, Jr. died in his Carmichael home, Dec. 31, 2013 at the age of 87. He was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana May 6, 1926. Preceded in death by his parents, Irwin & Hazel; brother, Bob & sister, Coralee.

Moved to Sacramento at the age of 6. Attended Hagginwood Grammar school, Grant High school, and Grant Tech College.

Veteran of WW II, served in the US Navy 1944-1946. Fought in Okinawa, Philippines, Saipan & the Battles of Midway.

Was a member of the Carmichael Elks Lodge No. 2103 and a 55 year member of Warren G. Harding San Juan Lodge of Free & accepting Masons No. 579.

He joined the CHP in Oct, 1958 graduated Dec 1958. Served in East L.A. area, Vallejo, and retired from the North area Sacramento office in Dec. 1985. Joined the Cal Expo State Police in 1986 and retired in 2005.

He loved working in his vegetable garden, growing oranges, and his favorite flowers were red geraniums.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Barbara of 59 years; son, Bob; daughters, Becky (Mike) and Debbie (Dale); grandchildren, Adam (Tossa) Alison, Trevor and Matt; great-grandchildren, Sarah & Cody. Many nieces and nephews and dear friends who will miss his dearly.

The family wishes to Thank all the hospice nurses who gave him such good care, they were very special.

If you wish to make a contribution to the CAHP widows and orphans fund in his name, send to PO BOX 161209, Sac, CA 95816-1209 or a charity of your choice.

No services will be held and there will be a celebration of life at a later date.

Published by The Sacramento Bee from Jan. 4 to Jan. 5, 2014.
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We were so sorry to hear about Grandpa Spieth, our thoughts and prayers go out to you all! With much love Staci

Staci Miller

January 13, 2014

my angel

January 6, 2014

January 5, 2014

Will miss you Uncle Erwin and will remember all the good times we shared.

Janet Rhoads

January 5, 2014

Thoughts and Prayers to your family. Your granddaughter in law is a friend of my daughters.

Connie Luke

January 4, 2014

I love you always and miss you with ALL MY HEART LOVE BECKY SPIETH=NEWCOMB AND MIKE NEWCOMB

January 4, 2014

It was a pleasure to have grown up with you. You will be sorely missed by all. Rest in Peace Mr. Spieth and may the Lord provide stregth for the ones you left behind.

Lydia Johnson

January 4, 2014

Adam Newcomb

January 4, 2014

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Adam Newcomb

January 4, 2014

Sarah says "hi grandpa". Make sure you catch a big one for me with great grandpa! Love you.

Adam Newcomb

January 4, 2014

A grateful nation mourns its loss. Rest in peace, Sir.

Ian Carah

January 4, 2014

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