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Lee Ann J. Weigum

1941 - 2008

BORN

1941

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2008

Lee Ann Weigum Obituary

Lee Ann J. Weigum, beloved and dear wife, mother, grandmother, sister, auntie and friend, age 67 of Lodi, passed away suddenly in a Sacramento hospital on Tuesday, October 14, 2008.
She was born in Roscoe, South Dakota on July 17, 1941 and came to Lodi with her parents in the early 1940's. Lee Ann married Vern Weigum on September 26, 1958 and graduated from Lodi High School in 1959.
Lee Ann was busy as a homemaker raising her three children. As they grew, she was active with the youth group of Temple Baptist Church where she also served as one of the church librarians. Vern & Lee Ann purchased the family nursery in 1983 and worked side by side for the next twenty-five years making their business a success. Lee Ann was a talented floral designer and was proud to be a ten-gallon plus donor to Delta Blood Bank.
In her retirement she loved to travel, read and lovingly fill her time by caring for her husband, children and grandchildren. She was a wonderful cook and also enjoyed her two dogs Amos and Annie. Lee Ann and Vern celebrated their fiftieth anniversary in September of this year.
She is survived by her loving husband, Vern Weigum of Lodi; son, Jeff (Marlene) Weigum of Lodi; daughters, Renee Weigum and Lynn (John) Macdonald of Lodi.
She is survived by her grandchildren: Jennifer, Julie & Joshua Weigum, Casey and Tori Braun and Nicole (Dan) Grauman, Lindsay, Ben, Olivia and Eli Macdonald. She is also survived by her siblings: Don (Marilyn) Lutz of Lodi, Phyllis (Jerry) Herzick of Lodi and Perry (Sandra) Lutz of Roseville.
Lee Ann was preceded in death by her parents Bert and Martha Lutz and siblings James and Shirley Lutz.
A private graveside service will be held on Friday, October 17, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park.
A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Temple Baptist Church, 801 S. Lower Sacramento Rd., Lodi.
Visitation will be held at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home on Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. for those who are unable to attend services.
Donations may be made in her name to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation at www.jdrf.org or Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International, 120 Wall St., 19th Floor, New York, NY 10005.

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Published by Lodi-News Sentinel from Oct. 16 to Oct. 23, 2008.

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Christine Hartwig

November 10, 2008

Vern:

I am so sorry to hear about your beloved wife. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during the difficult months ahead. Hold on to the beautiful memories and lean on your Lord.

Your friend who used to work at Farmers Insurance....

Janis Christy

October 27, 2008

Dear Mr. Weigum and family,
I was so saddened to hear about your wife and mother's sudden passing. She was such a darling, sweet person! I only knew her through the typical Lodi connections and through your nursery, but feel very lucky to have had her touch my life. I know how difficult it is to lose a mom suddenly, especially one who is much too young, but I also know that your memories, your faith and time will bring you comfort.
Very Sincerely, Janis (Mayer) Christy

Stella (Prentice) Williams

October 25, 2008

Dear Vern and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Lee Ann's sudden passing. She was always a joy and had a smile that you knew you were her friend. I hope your loving memories help you through this difficult time. May God bless you all.

Jack & Kathy Stermer

October 24, 2008

Vern, Renee & family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of LeeAnn's sudden passing. She was such a lovely person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

Cheri Gill

October 24, 2008

Dear Vern,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless!
Greg and Cheri Gill

Jennifer Krings

October 22, 2008

Vern: Fifty years of marriage to a beautiful, Christian woman! What a blessing. We are all sad that Lee Ann has left us, but know in your heart that she is with her Lord in Heaven, happy, healthy and undoubtedly nuturing Heaven's gardens and flowers! We will all miss her wonderful smile and generous service to us all at the nursery. God bless you and the entire family in your grief. We lift you in prayer.
In Christian Love, Jennifer & Ted Krings

Linda Parsons-Phillips

October 22, 2008

So very sorry to hear the news about your mother. I think of you often, Lynn and John. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

JIm & Joyce Saco

October 22, 2008

Vern & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Janet and Bob Thomason

October 21, 2008

Vern and family; So sorry for the loss of Lee Ann. She was always a bright spot when I came into your store. She will be missed by all. Love and the best to all of you. Janet

Laurie Mc Curdy

October 21, 2008

Dear Vern and Family, my prayers and thoughts are with you. I know she will be dearly missed.

Patty Grauman

October 20, 2008

Weigum and MacDonald families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow.

Joel Nichols

October 20, 2008

My wife, Charlynne, and I offer our condolences to Verne and the family.

Bob & Donna Borgett & family

October 20, 2008

Dear Vern & family,
We are so sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your precious family. God Bless.

Warren and Monett Gomes

October 20, 2008

Weigum Family,
We are very sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Lee Ann. We would like to extend our sympathies in your time of loss.

Jim & Gaynelle Bailey

October 20, 2008

Dear Vern and family we were so sad to hear of Lee Ann passing. She was such a wonderful person with such a warm smile that would melt your heart. All of you have been in our thoughts and prayers throughout her very sudden passing. We know all of you will miss her very much but you will always have all those wonderful memories to cherish. Amos and Annie will be guarding over her in heaven as her very special angels along with the rest of the family. God Bless and take good care Lee Ann would want this. Your friends Jim and Gaynelle Biley

Everyone at Plummer's in Lodi

October 19, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mandy & Jack Gerlack

October 19, 2008

Dear Vern & Family
We where so shock to read the news of Lee Ann passing. Words can not express the sadness we feel for you and your family.
Love & Blessings,

Joyce Mumbert Harvey

October 19, 2008

Dear Vern and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Lee Ann. May all your cherished memories soon replace the heaviness in your hearts today.Thank you for the kindness you and Lee Ann have shown my family over the many years. My prayers are with you.
Joyce Mumbert Harvey

Robert and Margaret Davis

October 19, 2008

Dear Vern and family
We were saddened when we stopped by your beautiful nursery and learned about the passing of Lee Ann. The flowers of next spring will bloom and be even more beautiful in memory of Lee Ann Weigum and of all the wonderful things she did during her time here. God bless Lee Ann and her wonderful family.

Wendy Lau

October 19, 2008

Dear Vern: Lee Ann and you were always so kind to Wendy and me. We have very fond and loving memories of Lee Ann. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Wendy Lau and Joe Guzzardi
Bradford Woods, PA

Debbie Jones

October 18, 2008

Vern and Family,
Lee Ann welcomed me so warmly to the neighborhood and continued to be so friendly as the years went by with laughs, smiles, books, movies, and treats. May her wonderful light be in your hearts forever.

Dana Chapman & Family

October 18, 2008

Vern & Family,
Lee Ann was a great lady. Cherish your memories of her. You will all be together again one day in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She will be missed. She was a wonderful lady. I loved going into the nursery and talking with her.

Donna LaRoe

October 18, 2008

Dear Vern & Family,
When Lee Ann was 9 & I was 10 we met for the 1st time. She always had a smile and hug for me when our paths crossed. May God bless you and your family.

Jamie Ronneberg

October 18, 2008

Vern, Lynn and family
I am so sorry for your lose. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Michael Lang

October 18, 2008

Dear Vern and Family,
I am so terribly sorry to hear of your loss.Lee Ann has made so many smile in our community. Next spring the flowers will have a very special bloom for her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.God Bless

Sincerely ,
Mike, Alexandra and Audreana Lang

Elaine Gray

October 18, 2008

Dear Vern Weigum family,
I am so sorry about your wife's passing away. I was born in Roscoe, too (1943) so I feel close to her. You are in my thoughts and prayers May you find comfort in your sorrow.
with deepest sympathy,

LaVerne Burns

October 18, 2008

Dear Verne and Family, Just heard of Lee Ann's passing. News can travel pretty far. My thoughts and prayers are with you. LaVerne Burns

Gary & Florence Gerlitz

October 18, 2008

Dear Vern and Family,
We are sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Kindest regards,
Gary and Florence Gerlitz

david gray

October 18, 2008

vern. sorry to hear about passing of yourwife. my condolesnces to you and your family.

Bruce and Faith Hopperstad

October 18, 2008

Vern and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Lee Ann will be missed, but fondly remembered by all who knew her. The smile on her face will never fade from our memory.

Eileen & Werner Tiede

October 18, 2008

To the Weigum family:
Dear Herb,
What a great lady you lost and how we will all miss her. God's loving arms around all of you. Her smile is indelible in our memories. Sincerely, Werner & Eileen

wendy abdallah

October 18, 2008

Vern, Jeff and family, Renee and family, Lynn and family,

We are so sad that Lee Ann is no longer on Earth with all of us. We are comforted that she is in Heaven and enjoying paradise. Please know that you all have been in our thoughts and prayers throughout this very sudden shocking illness and passing.

With Love,

Mitch, Wendy Amber and Alexa Abdallah

Larry Helwig

October 18, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Steve and Jill Mann

October 18, 2008

Vern and family,
We are still in shock over your loss, but we are comforted in knowing that Lee Ann is in Heaven with Jesus right now. May God bless you with comfort and strength in these difficult days.

Bill & Janet Wuest

October 18, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Doug Tunnell

October 18, 2008

Dear Vern and family, Sharon and I are so sorry for your loss. Lee Ann was a very kind and wonderful person, I know that she will be missed by a lot of people. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all . Doug and Sharon Tunnell

Stan and Coryl Foster

October 18, 2008

Dear Vern and family,
Our hearts are breaking for all of you on the loss of your dear Lee Ann. May God bring you blessed peace and comfort during this hard time.

Barbara (West) Floyd

October 18, 2008

A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He chose to take the best.

I graduated in '59 with LeeAnn.

Hersha Turner

October 18, 2008

Dear Vern and Family, I was notified of Lee Ann's passing by my friend Debby Lenzi and was so sorry to hear of hear of your loss. I will remember the goodness and happiness that she gave to everyone.
Please remember her joy of life and
take care of yourselves.

Wanda Hilscher

October 18, 2008

Dear Verne & Family, So sorry to hear that Lee Ann is no longer with you. She was such a sweet gal and alot of fun to be with. She had a great talent in the gift shop at the nursery. All her wonderful memories will keep you going. Your Friends, Don & Wanda Hilscher & Family

Vickie Mayo

October 17, 2008

Dear Verne and Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Lee Ann. She was such a joy! I know you have many wonderful memories to treasure.
Sincerely, Vickie

October 17, 2008

James & Ruth Ann Mize (Lodi, CA)

Patty Steward

October 17, 2008

Dear Verne and your precious family,
Our prayers are for your comfort and peace at this time of great loss for all of you. Lee Ann was sunshine & light and love rolled up into a very blessed lady. Whenever we saw her, she made our family smile. We send you all much love and many prayers.
Mike, Patty, Steve, & Andy Steward

Stan and Virginia Rall

October 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Carol Kristensen

October 17, 2008

Dear Vern, Jeff,Marlene & family,
We want to express our deepest Sympathy. You're in our thoughts and prayer.

Love Jim, Carol and girls

"Pocahontas" a.k.a. Phyllis Nusz

October 17, 2008

Dear "Chief" and beloved family. I will truly miss my high school classmate and friend of over 50 years. May God give you additional strength and love during this difficult time. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sally & Bruce Keszler

October 17, 2008

Dear Vern and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Lee Ann.
She had a smile that would light up anyone's day. I will never forget her. When Bruce's brother died, she helped me on my quest to find the perfect wind chimes. She always had love and friendship to share. She was such a treasure.

I am so thankful to have known her.

May God fill your broken hearts with all the wonderful memories you shared.

You are all in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Sally and Bruce Keszler

Shelly Guantone

October 17, 2008

My heart goes out to all of Lee Ann's family. Her joy and smile is something I will never forget. What an incredible roll model and marvelous person she was. Cherish the memories and be strong for each other and especially for Vern. My thoughts are with you all Shelly Guantone

Hazel Haley Lewis

October 17, 2008

Dear Vern and family, I was so sorry hear of your loss. I remember the last time I saw Lee
Ann at your Church. I told her she looked so good, had a darling butterfly blouse on. I wish I could say something to help you at this time. The only thing I can do for you now is send to you and the family my prayers and blessings and please know I will keep praying for you in the future. Love Hazel

Phyllis King

October 17, 2008

Dear Vern, Renee & family,
So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of LeeAnn. I enjoyed visiting with her in my many trips to the nursery...she was always so pleasant. Please know that you'll are in my thoughts & prayers. Take care. God bless,

Audrey Foley

October 17, 2008

Dear Vern & Family
I was so sorry to hear of LeeAnns passing my heart goe's out to all of you.She will be greatly missed by many.

ronnie & joe ferrante

October 17, 2008

vern and family:
we are so sorry about your loss of lee ann .... she was ALWAYS so friendly and had such a warm smile .. may the peace of wonderful memories soon be yours ...

Bill & Mary McPherson

October 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Barbara Day

October 17, 2008

I would like to give my condolence to Vern and his family, Vern keep your memory,s alive and god bless you and your family Barbara Day

Beverly & John Melhaff(Weiland)

October 17, 2008

Dear Vern & family,
Our deepest sympathy.When you are lonely & oppressed turn to God for encouragement ,in your suffering and in sorrow He will turn your tears to smiles. Blessings,

Shirley Hopkins

October 17, 2008

To Vern & Family,
We wish to extend our Deepest Sympathy & Prayers. The boys always talk about their times spent with the family.
The Hopkins Family

Robinson Ray & Bernice

October 17, 2008

Sorry to hear about your loss Vern and Renee. God Bless you and your families.

Toni Vilinskas

October 17, 2008

Dear Vern and Family,
May the love and joy you have shared lift you up through this sad time. LeeAnn was a wonderful woman. We are truly sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Toni, Mark, Ross, and Chelsea Vilinskas

Vivian (Schmidt) Gwyn

October 17, 2008

To The Weigum Family....Your loss is one of great sorrow. Memories are now what you hold on to. What a beautiful person she was too so many. A Good True Friend is one, where, a long time could pass in seeing her, but she always greeted you with that "special smile". May it help you to know that we also share in her passing but never forgetting her. With Love.

Maureen Freeman

October 17, 2008

Renee and Lynn,I'm so sorry for your loss.Your Mom was one of the nicest people I have had the pleasure to know.Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.Love,Maureen Freeman

Ed and Shirley Hoegerman

October 16, 2008

Vern, Rene and Family,
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy in the passing of Lee Ann.
We remember her cheerful smile and willingness to serve and chat.

Floran and Pam Schneider

October 16, 2008

Vern & family: what a fabulous lady and a tremendous shock to hear of her sudden passing. Her beautiful smile and positive attitude will be missed. We will keep your family in our prayers. See you soon, Vern.

Kelli Lopez

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern and family,
I can not tell you how sorry and shocked I am, of your loss.... I will always have fond memories of Leeann at the bank... If we can do anything, anything at all please say... all my love to you
Kelli Lopez xoxoxoxoxo

Debbie (Mettler) Scott

October 16, 2008

Vern and Family- my deepest condolences on Lee Ann's passing.

Ralph & Lil Dickau

October 16, 2008

Vern, Renee, Lynn, Jeff (Marlene), Jennifer, Julie, Josh and other family members, we wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy during this time of loss and grief. We fondly remember visiting her and family during our visits to California. She was always a very warm, loving and gracious person. Remembering you during this time of grief. May God comfort you! Ralph Dickau (Marlene's brother) Lil, Leanne, Dominique and Graeme.

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern & Family:

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you on the loss of Lee Ann.

Roscoe & Priscilla Brownfield

Kimberly Fruits

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern and Family:
I came by the nursery this afternoon and was taken aback by your note on the door...Just five weeks ago your daughter Lynn delivered a beautiful September 11, white rose to my home in loving memory of my husband Drexel...We both were so glad to have realized that we knew each other and enjoyed a short prayer for Drexel...I too want you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers...Lee Ann always had a smile on her face whenever Drexel and I would drop by for a purchase or just have some of our nursery questions answered...I have lots of fond memories of both Lee Ann and you Vern..Lots of Love Kim Fruits

Matt Miller & Chris Brecht

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern, Renee & Lynn, Matt and I have special memories of your family. Your door was always open to Matt and friends for food and swimming. I appreciate Lee Ann's warm friendly smile at church and the nursery. Praying that God will comfort all of your family. Chris (Hazard) Brecht

Penny Lawley

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern, Jeff, Renee, Lynn, and families,
We are sorry to hear of your unexpected loss! What a beautiful and wonderful lady Lee Ann was and her picture is exactly like I will remember her! Always remember that the God who holds the universe, is the God who is holding you! He will help you through this sorrowful time, and our love and prayers are with you all!

Love, Penny Lawley and family

Paula Sherman-Beck

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern and Family
I am so sad to hear of Lee Ann's passing. She was such a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Ed/Sandra Doty

October 16, 2008

Weigum Family: You are in our prayers. We rejoice with you that Lee Ann is now in heaven with our Lord. We are grieving with you in the fact we know she will be dearly missed. We are sorry we will be unable to attend Lee Ann's service as we are in Utah.

Shirley Goehring

October 16, 2008

Verne and Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Lee Ann. "Shared times, shared memories, shared joys....these special things keep a loved one close."

Jennifer Weigum

October 16, 2008

I love you Grandma and will miss you so much. I can not put into words how much you ment to me.

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Lee Ann. Our thoughts and condolances are extended to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Mike & Patricia Manassero

Virgil & Dorothy Raggi

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern & Family: We are so sorry to hear about the passing of LeAnn. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Janelle Martin

October 16, 2008

Just had a melt down too!!!! Papa Vern and dearest family.....words cannot express how I feel....feeling like I've lost my dear Mom as well! So truly thankful to have visited, hugged and spent time in July!!! Great memories....until we meet again, Lee Ann......I love you!!!!!

Kevin Rieger

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern, Jeff, Renee and Lynn,
Heartfelt sympathies on your loss. I have many fond memories of growing up on Gerard Dr. Lee Ann was a gem and will be dearly missed.
In Peace,

Rose Marie Mendonca

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern and Family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy at the loss of your beloved Lee Ann.

Jolynn McDonald

October 16, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers. So very sorry, Ron, Jolynn, Garrett, Jessica & Sitha

Dennis & Lois Altnow

October 16, 2008

Dear Weigum Family,

Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. We pray that an overwhelming peace and strength will be yours. Lee Ann was a wonderful gift, always with a kind word and smile to all who crossed her path. She will be greatly missed.

Much Love,
Dennis & Lois & Family

Leah Mettler

October 16, 2008

To the Weigum family:
I am so sorry to hear about Lee Ann. My prayers are with you all. Lee Ann was a wonderful, kind soul who always had a smile on her face and a sweet hello whenever I ran into her. She was extremely talented and I still have a beautiful arrangement she made for me several years ago on my dining room table. My heart is just broken for all of you. I just can not tell you how very sorry I am.

Nancy Evans

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern, Phyllis & Family:
I am so sad to hear that Lee Ann passed away! My thoughts are with you all.

Much love, Nancy Evans

Arlita Piazza

October 16, 2008

Vern & family. So sorry for the loss of Le Ann, she was a ray of sunshine to everyone!

October 16, 2008

Vern and family~

My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.

Doris Schmidli

Mark& Lori Blackwell

October 16, 2008

Vern, Jeff,Marleen and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob, Corina and Alec Synowicki

October 16, 2008

Dear Vern and the Weigum Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of growing up on Ham Ln. and Gerard Dr. as a child. Many of the fondest memories were being a part of the Weigum family. May Lee Ann rest in peace . God bless.

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