Jack D. Van Maren

VAN MAREN, Jack D.

Jack D. Van Maren, a fourth generation Californian, passed away peacefully at home in Citrus Heights, California, on January 3, 2005. He was born to Cornelius and Loretta Van Maren on November 18, 1923. Jack spent most of his life on the family ranch that was settled by his great-grandparents where as a boy he herded turkeys, tended and harvested crops, and worked for local ranchers. Jack was a graduate of Sylvan Grammar School, San Juan High School, and Sacramento City College. In 1943, he enlisted in the Marines and served his country during World War II in the Pacific Island Theatre where he saw action in Guam, Marianas Islands, Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands, and served in the occupation of China. After the war, he attended Sacramento State College majoring in Criminal Justice. In 1955, he entered the California Highway Patrol Academy and became a sworn Traffic Officer. His career with the CHP spanned East Los Angeles, Solano County, and Sacramento County. He retired in 1979. During his retirement he enjoyed his favorite ranch activities including fruit and vegetable gardening, raising animals, and studying local wildlife and nature. He loved family life and was an avid reader. Jack also served five and a half years as a Citrus Heights Fire Commissioner, was an early director of the CAHP Credit Union, a Citrus Heights Community Club Trustee and a former member of the Roseville 20-30 Club. Jack will be remembered by his loving family for his generosity, intelligence, wit, and wisdom. Survivors include his devoted wife of 49 years, Nadine, children Mary, Sharon, Victoria, and John. Grandchildren, Kristina, John, Karli, Jennifer, and Catherine. Sisters Kathryn Kroeger and Constance Phillips. His brother Douglas predeceased him. He'll also be remembered by Judy & Jere, Vern, Kevin, Tina, Alexia, his nephew and nieces, cousins, and friends. On behalf of Jack, the family thanks Dr. James R. McMonagle and staff for their kind care over the years and Sutter Roseville Hospice for their dedicated support. All services will be held in the city of Citrus Heights, California. Visitation will be held Sunday, January 9, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Reichert's Funeral Chapel, 7320 Auburn Blvd. Friends are welcome to attend the Recitation of the Rosary at 5 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, January 10, at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 7817 Old Auburn Rd. Burial services will immediately follow the Mass at Sylvan Cemetery, 7401 Auburn Blvd. Remembrances may be made to the CHP 11-99 Foundation, Heart Research or, Sutter Roseville Hospice. Jack, we all love you!