GERALD SCHARTON Obituary

Gerald "Jerry" Henry Scharton, age 75, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2016. He was born on May 4, 1941, in Fresno, CA, to Henry and Elaine Scharton. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1959. He served as a member of the Air National Guard of California and the Reserve of The United States Air Force. Gerald worked for the Fresno City Fire Department for 20 years, from 1967 to 1987. He also worked for the California State Department of Forestry for a total of 13 years, from 1964 to 1967, and again from 1988 to 1998. Gerald also drove trucks for G & J and Baggie Farms on his days off, as well as owning his own truck. He enjoyed going to Pismo Beach, using the RV, working on his cabin, liked racing and his Chevy trucks. He spent time at Hoosier Tire with his brother, Rick, racing. He also enjoyed farming the ranch with his brother-in-law Ken. Gerald spent his time fishing, riding ATC and motorcycles with family and friends. He enjoyed local car shows and selling Massey-Ferguson tractors. Gerald was an Eucaristic Minister for 13 years with his wife, Donna, at Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. He also participated in RCIA programs at St. Anthony's. He enjoyed his dog Andre', who also passed away the day before Jerry. He participated in the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon, and the Fresno City Christmas Parade with the fire truck. Gerald is survived by Donna, his wife of 50 years; daughter, Cynthia Letson and her husband Michael; grandchildren, Jake and Jaclyn Curtis; brother, Rick Scharton and his wife Pam; brother-in-law, Ken Hartwig and his wife Betty; his aunt, Pat Scharton; and five nephews, Matt, Eric and Scott Scharton, and Ken and John Hartwig. The family would like to thank his doctors at Kaiser Permanente; and his caregiver Geni. A Funeral Service will be held at Stephens and Bean Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, December 21, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. followed with interment at Belmont Memorial Park. Remembrances may be made to Community Regional Burn Unit, PO Box 1232, Fresno, CA 93715. Stephens & Bean Chapel, 202 North Teilman Avenue, Fresno, California (559)268-9292

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Published by Fresno Bee on Dec. 18, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for GERALD SCHARTON

9 Entries

Jack Krog

January 7, 2017

Jerry and I met on the first day of Kindergarten, 1946 at Winchell Elementary. We became instant friends forever. Kindergarten came pretty easy for us, Jerry and I. We excelled in finger painting, cookies and milk, and half hour naps.

Later at Winchell, 4th and 5th grade, we were running around with a crazy bunch of guys. Bill Heitkotter, Jim Blevins, Odell Mccoy and Woody Medler. At recess we would chase the girls around the playground. We never wanted to catch them, we just wanted to hear them scream, and scream they could.

One day we were chasing the girls when we heard a whistle blowing, we looked back to see the yard monitor coming to get us. Bill Mccoy and Woody Medler, being a little smarter than the rest of us, ducked into a crowd of what we called the "good kids". So the four of us were sent to principal Johnson's office for what we were hoping to be a good talking to, but no, it was the dreaded razor strap for us. Billy Heitkotter went in first and got his swat, he came out of the room with a frown on his face. Little Jimmy Belvins was next and he came out of the room with tears running down his cheek. He said he wasn't crying but we knew he was. Next was Jerry, we heard the swat and Jerry came out of the room with a smile on his face and said, "don't worry Jack, it didn't hurt, he swings that strap like an old lady." You could always depend on Jerry when you were in a pickle.

We have lost Odell Mccoy and now Jerry Scharton. They will be greatly missed!

Our thoughts and condolences to the family. Sincerely Jack and Kathy Krog

Loraine Davis

December 20, 2016

Donna and Cynthia, my heart goes out to you and the family. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May Gerry Rest In Peace, free of pain.

Ann Kromberg

December 20, 2016

Donna & Cynthia
Mom and I are very sorry for your loss. We will always cherish our time together so many good times. May God bless you and keep you. You will always be in our hearts. Ann & Marlene

Susan Kromberg-Lutz

December 20, 2016

Your family has a special place in the hearts of the Kromberg family and will always hold deep in our hearts all the memories. Your in our prayers and here for your family.
Love, Susan Kromberg- Lutz and family

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Sent Flowers

December 18, 2016

Thank you everyone for your kind words. My dad will be missed by all. Our lives were very blessed. Cynthia

Cy & Von Athans

December 18, 2016

Condolences to the family. As Cynthia said to me, Chevy's are best, but we wiil still have a race off in heaven.ss all of you.

David Pistacchio

December 18, 2016

Sincere sympathy goes out to the entire Scharton family. Gerald was a good, hard-working man who was helpful to all. He worked for my dad at G & J Freight and I remember processing his freight bills and pay checks. Special prayers go out to Donna in her grief journey. You were there when I lost Susan, and now I shall pray for you. May God bless you with strength and courage. And may you always know Gerald is in a better place and continues to love you. May happy memories give you comfort and peace in the days to come.
Sincerely,
David & Eileen Pistacchio

Stephens & Bean Chapel

December 18, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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