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1922
DIED
2013
Elmer Heilbrun Obituary
He was born July 25, 1922, in Minatare, Nebraska. Elmer married Caroline Greif on December 7, 1941. They were married for 71 years. They started their family in Omaha, Nebraska where he worked as a hydraulics mechanic during World War II. After the war he returned to work on the family farm. In 1956 Elmer came to California with his family where he worked for Claude C. Wood Construction for 28 years until he retired.
Elmer was a hard worker and helped with many family house projects. He enjoyed walking his dog, caring for his yard and citrus trees. He and Caroline attended Ebenezer Congregational Church.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Carol Heinrich, parents and 6 sisters and 3 brothers.
Survivors include his wife Caroline, brother Harvey Heilbrun, son John Heilbrun (Janice), son-in-law Ted Heinrich, grandchildren Karen Hunt (John), Scott Heinrich (Janelle), Brenda Heinrich, John G. Heilbrun (Karrie), great-grandchildren Zachary Hunt, Alex Hunt, Jacob Heinrich, Andrew Heinrich, and Mia Heilbrun.
A graveside service will be held at Lodi Memorial Cemetery on Wednesday, October 23, at 10:00am.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elmer Heilbrun
bruce baily
October 23, 2013
Aunt Caroline, John and family....sorry to hear about Uncle Elmer. May God give you strenghth and peace at this time. Bruce and Virginia Baily.
October 23, 2013
Aunt Caroline, John & Family: Our prayers are with you during this time in the loss of Uncle Elmer. Al & Sharon Greif
Bill McDonald
October 22, 2013
John, I'll never forget the things you and your Dad taught me. We'll miss him.
Irene Eskam
October 22, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Irene Eskam and family
October 22, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Just know the memory of loved ones live on in our hearts. Our prayers are with you.
Larry & Bev Heilbrun
Les' Appliance
October 21, 2013
John and Janice-
We are all very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers.
October 20, 2013
John and family,
Sorry for your loss and we're thinking of you.
Donnie and Marilyn
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