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1938
DIED
2012
LORENE VENDER Obituary
Lorene (Mack) Vender passed away on Sunday morning, March 18, 2012, with her devoted family by her side. She fought a BRAVE battle with a brain tumor for over a year.
Lorene was born to Walter and Dorothy Mack on March 9, 1938 in James Town, California. During her school years, she attended Citrus Elementary, Central Junior High, and completed her education at Chico Senior High School. She was part of the graduating class of 1955, of which she was quite proud. She worked on their committee for every reunion. After graduation, she went to work for Bank of America, and then moved to San Diego. It was there that she met her future husband, Danny Vender, who was stationed there with the US Navy. Later, they moved to Oakland and finally settled upon Chico in 1963. She began working for Chico Unified School District in the cafeteria in 1972. She loved the students and her work in the schools. She worked her way up to the Head Cook position and retired from Bidwell Junior High School in 2000, after 28 years of service.
Lorene loved to socializing with her many friends, some of whom are referred to lovingly by her family as "The Broomsters." Lorene and the ladies enjoyed playing various types of card games. Along with these same friends, she took annual vacations and always had a great time (especially when they took the limo home from the airport)!
Lorene leaves behind her loving husband, Danny, to whom she was married for 54½wonderful years, as well as three adoring daughters, Lori Mullikin (Scott), LeeAnn Near, and Amy Stoklasa (Anthony); her (favorite) granddaughter, Amanda Near, and grandsons (her boys), Danny Mullikin, Shane Mullikin, Cody Mullikin, and Austin Near. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Grace Njirich.
The family is planning a big party/backyard BBQ at a later date in celebration of Lorene's life.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, Enloe Hospice, or your favorite charity.
Arrangements were taken care of through the Neptune Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for LORENE VENDER
Lori Mullikin
March 31, 2025
Missing you today Mom.
You will always be loved.
Love, Amy
March 31, 2025
Missing you always.
You are so loved.
~Amy
July 11, 2024
Love you so much mom
Danny Vender
March 31, 2021
l still miss you my sweet lady
Chris Njirich
May 24, 2012
To know a person for over 60 years is a precious thing. While I can not say that I spent as much time with my Aunt Lorene as I had hoped, I have the good fortune to have wonderful memories of her over the years as I grew up.
There is a great picture of my aunt holding me next to her sister (my mother) when I was about a year old and I was crying my eyes out and both she and my mother had the most beautiful smiles on their faces, in spite of my little crying fit. From that day on to the very last time I visited with Aunt Lorene she always had that wonderful welcoming, loving smile the moment she would see me. Always a smile and always something fun to talk about and have a good laugh together. She was fortunate enough to marry a man, my uncle Danny that had the same loving character and personality, charm and kindness. If ever there were two people who belonged together it was my aunt Lorene and my uncle Danny.
During the time of Lorene's illness her family exuded the same kindness that their parents have by calling me and keeping me informed of Loren's condition. I appreciate that kindness and will never forget it.
I will choose to remember my aunt's smile and the fun she brought into my life, during the times that I mourn her passing and hope that my uncle Danny and my cousins, Lori, Lee Ann and Amy, will find the same peace in that wonderful smile she shared with us all during her life.
With love to you all,
Chris Njirich
love
Lori
May 21, 2012
sweet times
Lori
May 21, 2012
Amy Vender
May 13, 2012
Hi Mom. It's Mother's Day and you're not here for me to spend it with. It's strange because we have always been together on this day. Feeling a little lost with out you. Missing you constantly. Happy Mother's Day Mom!! Wish I could hug you. Love you forever, Amy
LeeAnn Near
May 8, 2012
Hola Mama Sita!! How i miss saying that when you would answer the phone! So many times , i am driving home from work and thinking, i want to call you when i get home...I talk to you out on my balcony now. I hope you hear me. I love you so so much, LeeAnn (your favorite, heehee)
Cody Mullikin
May 7, 2012
Love you so much Grandma, I was blessed to have such great grandparents. Your sense of humor, smile and love will always be remembered. Love you and miss you lots.
May 7, 2012
(Oh Lord, please let this one go through ok, lol.) Hi Renie. Couldn't pass up the opportunity to tell you how wonderful I think you are, and that I will always keep the message you left on my phone apologizing for "crying " on me the day before. And then telling me that the first treatment wasn't so bad after all. You were so afraid you night have upset me. You said you were just a little scared, that's all. That call was so like you Renie. So worried you might have upset me. I love you so for always having a positive attitude on life, embracing each day up until the very end, you and Danny raising 3 darling daughters together, creating such a wonderful marriage. What a woman. Love U, Linda Lou
Danny and Lindsey Mullikin
May 7, 2012
We love you and miss you so very much Granny.
Coleen Smith
May 7, 2012
You are so missed by all of us, family, friends, and all who knew you. You made an impression on our lives! You got me through some really tough times and now it is your turn to be loved and missed! I try to pick up the phone to call, and then know you are now an angel and can hear without me calling. Tell George, Hi for me. Watch over us all and we will be so happy to see you when it is our time. Love ya Coleen
Jim Tavernaro
May 7, 2012
Danny, We are so sorry to hear of Lorene's passing. Our prayers fand thoughts are with you and your family.
Just knowing she is in a better place is comfort. Love ya Cuzz....Jim & Loretta
Laura Brown
May 6, 2012
I am sure the lord is proud of what a wonderful wife & mother you are. I love Amy to pieces & am watching over her for you. I miss you but I know you are truly the lucky one. Give my dad a kiss for me.
Laura Brown
May 6, 2012
I am sure the lord is so proud of what a wonderful wife & mother you are. I love your daughter to pieces & want you to know I'm watching over her for you. I miss you but I know you are truly the lucky one. Give my dad a kiss for me.
Uncle Johnny and Mom.
Amy Vender
May 6, 2012
Aunt Lynn and Mom.
Amy Vender
May 6, 2012
True Love.
Amy and Anthony Stoklasa
May 6, 2012
She could make me laugh like no other!!
Amy Vender
May 6, 2012
Claudia & Mike Lewis
May 6, 2012
Danny,
I'm so sorry that your wonderful wife has passed away. I've enjoyed the memories that have come to mind from living next door to your family for 9 years. Lorene was a wonderful lady, always with a smile on her face and very kind and loving to everyone. May God bless you and your family.
Julie
May 6, 2012
Think about you everyday, you are missed and loved very much. Life is not the same without you. Love you Bunches!
Amy Vender
May 6, 2012
Emily Sanchez
May 6, 2012
Miss Lorene, what an amazing woman you must have been. I only met you once and you were so sweet with Amy and Anthony. May you rest In peace in the arms of our heavenly Father. Gary and I will do our best to love Amy as close to your love as possible.
Karen Zeman
May 6, 2012
She was the best wife, mother & friend that there ever was.
May 6, 2012
You only get a soda if you by the hotdog meal! I love you!
May 6, 2012
I miss you so very much! I will do my best to take care of every one for you, I love you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Amy Vender~Stoklasa
May 6, 2012
Mom~ Thank you for all you have ever done. You and dad are so special. I'm so lucky to have you both as my parents. I miss you every minute of everyday. I can hear you often in my thoughts. Whenever something new happens, I always think, "What would mom say?" I think of you and smile. I wish more than ANYTHING that you were here with us, but I know you are now our angel now. I love you forever. ~Amy xox
Danny Vender
May 6, 2012
This is the last day that your guest book will be open for messages my sweetheart and I will close by saying that we really did have a pretty wonderful life together, We got to raise three beautiful daughters and enjoy watching our grandchildren that you and I love so dearly. anyway my love I will think of you each day with love and affection and my heart will be with you always. Your husband--- Danny
Lori
May 5, 2012
I miss you each and everyday. Some days it just hurts more than others. I love you Mom!
Shane Mullikin
April 30, 2012
I love you Grandma and miss you. I'll always remember all the great times with you, and I know you are up in heaven watching and looking over us.
To my wife
Danny Vender
April 30, 2012
I will always remember you as you were on the day of Amy and Anthoney's wedding, you were so happy and so pretty and loving. I loved you then as I love you now and you will be forever in my heart, Your loving husband--- Danny
Gary Stoklasa
April 27, 2012
I love and miss you. You had so much LOVE to give. I thank you for loving my son Anthony like your son! Thank you.
Vickie
April 18, 2012
I had such good talks with you last summer. You were getting crabby and went to bed early. I came in into the bedroom and you were trying to get the T.V. on. I put on the only DVD they had. Red Sikeltion. I crawled up on the bed with you and put my hand on your arm and we watched T.V. For a while. Then you started talking about so many things. Your cancer, your feelings and your girls. I felt like I got a lesson on life that evening. Thank you for trusting me with your thoughts I will remember it always. I smile at you every day. See you soon, love Vickie
Liz Waterbury
April 18, 2012
I never had the pleasure of meeting you Lorene but I want you to know that you can be proud of your daughter LeeAnn. She is strong and a wonderful person because of you and her loving family. Please know that I will be here for her. God has another angel now. God Bless you and prayers to the whole family.
Adreanna Tarwater
April 15, 2012
Lorene has a special place in my heart. So many great memories of my early childhood were spent with the
Venders. Lorene was always so loving and caring....plus she made sure we always washed our hands with SOAP not just water!!! Love to the Vender Family
Amy
April 14, 2012
Tomorrow will be my first birthday without you, mom. I wish more than anything that you were here with me. I'll never stop missing and loving you. I'm trying to be strong like you, but it's pretty tough sometimes. I know that you are looking out for me and helping me along the way. I'll take care of dad for you~ I promise. All of my love, Amy
LeeAnn Near
April 13, 2012
Mom, I miss you so much. I miss talking to you and hearing you say, "Hi Sweetheart" when i would call you. We are all taking care of each other and trying to be strong like you. Life will never be the same without you. I hold so many memories in my heart and for that i am grateful. I love you and will see you again one day. xxoo
Lori
April 12, 2012
Sending kisses and hugs up you in Heaven Mom. xxxooo
Danny Vender
April 10, 2012
I miss you so very very my sweetheart,you left me way to soon. I know that I May never make it to heaven where I know you are but if I were to be ever so lucky I know you will be there to greet me. My love to you always. Your loving Husband, Danny.
Christmas 2011
LeeAnn Near
April 8, 2012
Your girls are missing you. We love you mom.
April 8, 2012
Kathie Watson
April 8, 2012
Danny and family: On this first Easter morn without the love of your life; without your Momma, look up and see her brilliant smile shining upon all of you.
'Though she didn't want to leave you, she is beaming with love and pride for her family.
mike miller
April 7, 2012
God bless Lorene and may her soul rest in peace. It's always sad to hear of another high school classmate pass to another life, but another reminder, we are all going there and it's never too late to become closer to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Lorene will be in my prayers for eternal happiness.
Mike Miller
Michelle Stewart
April 6, 2012
You will always be in our hearts Momma V.
You'll be dearly missed. It's not good bye, but rather we'll see you later.
Tino & Pam Nunez
April 6, 2012
It has been a long spiritual journey for the family, but what a blessing you all are to her. She is watching over you al,l and needs you to remember the love and great memories you all have. What a wonderful Family you have.
Bonnie Murray
April 6, 2012
I think of you everyday, you have touched my life. Love and miss you, Bonnie
Anthony Stoklasa
April 6, 2012
I LOVE you and I will miss you!
The Broomsters.
April 6, 2012
Rohonn Thomas
April 6, 2012
I will always love you.
Bev and Jim Deem
April 6, 2012
We can't believe she is no longer with us. She left foot prints on everyone's heart and will not be soon forgotten. Hugs and prayers for your family!
kim joe ryan bean
April 6, 2012
Danny,Amy,Lori and leann she is with you always and in your heart forever.
We love you Lorene!
April 6, 2012
Lorene was a beautiful and fun loving lady! I will miss her. Love and prayers for her family! Chris Kidd Yuba City CA
April 6, 2012
Much love always from all of us!!
Dawn and Joseph Rossetti
Renee Cordano
Carrie
April 6, 2012
Heaven has another angel.... So many wonderful childhood memories spent w/you and your family. Til we meet again beuatiful lady ~ your life was an inspiration to many, may you rest in peace.
Terri Woods
April 6, 2012
Sending loving thoughts and prayers to Lorene's family
April 6, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the family. Lorene and I worked together at Chico High for quite some time. I really liked Lorene and am very sorry about her passing. My love to all, Gloria Mitchell, Florida [email protected]
Lori Mullikin
April 6, 2012
My heart is full of love for you forever Mom!
anita thayer
April 6, 2012
Lorene, You were the sweestest person in the world to me at school. Everytime you would see my family you would treat as your own. I love you with all my heart and soul. The kids that you gave to us and the memories will live forever. God must have needed a special angel!!! I will see you again in heaven.
April 6, 2012
I love you ~forever.
LeeAnn
April 6, 2012
I love you mom.
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