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Barbara Lee Boepple Mettler

1942 - 2014

Barbara Lee Boepple Mettler obituary, 1942-2014

BORN

1942

DIED

2014

Barbara Boepple Mettler Obituary

Barbara Lee Boepple Mettler passed into eternal life on Thursday, January 30, 2014.
Born in Lodi, California, to Elmer and Ruth Boepple on July 8, 1942, Barbara is survived by one sister, Patricia (Frank) Dodge and her mother, Ruth of Quartzside, Arizona.
Barbara was raised and attended schools in Lodi, graduating from Lodi High in 1960. Barbara received RN training at San Joaquin County General Hospital and was trained at Mercy Hospital in Sacramento as a registered x-ray technologist.
Barbara was married to Dr. Clifford Mettler on July 30, 1962. Dr. Clifford Mettler survives, living in Eugene, Oregon.
Her children are Benjamin (Karen) Mettler of Stockton, California, Andrew (Gina) Mettler of Eugene, Oregon, and Julie Mettler (Liza Cauble) of Anchorage, Alaska.
Her grandchildren are Zachary Mettler (Stockton) and Alexandra Mettler (Eugene, Oregon).
Barbara was well-known for spearheading the Early Childhood Education Program in Lodi.
In 1978, Barbara and Dr. Mettler moved to Alaska and lived there for fifteen years. Her love for books was lived out as an elementary school librarian and instructional aide. Our friend, Barbara was an accomplished, creative and talented cook as well as a fantastic hostess. She operated a catering and wedding cake business following her return to Lodi from Alaska.
Barbara, also known as Bobbie said, "My most pleasing work experience was being a mother and a homemaker for three gifted children and one sweet husband."
Barbara was a member of Sacramento Regional Mensa, the International High IQ Society, and of the United Congregational Christian Church of Lodi.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, February 9, 12:00 noon at the church, 701 South Hutchins, followed by a reception. Memorial donations may be made in Barbara's name to the Lodi Public Library Foundation, 201 W. Locust Street, Lodi, California 95240.

Published by Lodi-News Sentinel from Feb. 5 to Feb. 12, 2014.
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I still think of Barbara fondly. What a great hostess and fun person!

Leslie Liberty

January 31, 2023

Help. I need to know if this is my mother. My name is Christoper Mettler and I was adopted from Alaska by a Barbara Mettler and then given up when they moved back to CA. I have not had any contact with them, eventhough I have lived in Stockton my entire life. Please, someone contact me and let me know if this is my mother. Thank you. Christopher Mettler

Christoper Mettler

March 2, 2014

I hope that Grandpa is up in heaven showing you around. I will miss you. Till we meet again Aunt Barbara

laura bridgford

February 10, 2014

We remember fun times with Bobbie and Cliff and mutual friends over the years. May she rest in peace.

Ken and Barbara Warburton

Barbara Warburton

February 8, 2014

So sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. Loved our good time with them and us in Alaska and Arizona. Love you Erma Boepple and Mavis Lawrence

February 7, 2014

I met Barbara in 2010. We immediately became good friends. I saw her every day to sit and talk to her and walk her beautiful dog Sara. She always had a smile. I will miss her very much.

Lana Churchill

February 5, 2014

Bobbie was a talented, caring individual and she will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones.

Dr. Bonnie L. Leberman-Evans

February 5, 2014

Friends since the 80's! I will miss you so much, but am glad to have had such a sweet, fun, friend.

Leslie Liberty

February 5, 2014

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