All Tributes - Escalon & Ripon, CA

Frances Johanna Engel passed away peacefully on October 15, 2021 in Modesto at the age of 95.  Frances was born on April 16, 1926 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to parents, Rev. John and Alice Ehlers.  She has been a resident of Ripon for the past 56 years.  Frances taught first grade for 23 years at Ripon Christian School.  She was active at Immanuel Christian Reformed Church as an organist and Ladies Aid member.  Frances also gave countless hours as a volunteer at the...

"Christopher “Chris” Lopez suddenly returned to his Heavenly Father, October 11 2021. Born in Modesto, Chris grew up in Ripon where he established close friendships that lasted his entire life. Chris co-founded C&S transportation with his late father, Stephen Lopez. Chris loved his career as a hot asphalt hauler.     More than he loved his trucks, Chris adored and was proud of his children Gregory, Christina, Isabella, and Olivia. He is survived by his...

Carl peacefully passed on 10 October 2021; Dad had a passion for people from an early age and became a friend to everyone who crossed his path in life. Carl was born in Whittier California to Rowland and Marie (Fall) Haney. Carl & Nancy started & operated Haney’s Egg Ranch on Roeding Road from 1975 until 1980 and then owned Modesto Color Center from 1980 to 2001. After two weeks of despising retirement, he took a temporary sales position with Boyett Petroleum. He stayed 20...

Irma Linda Berzin passed away peacefully on October 7, 2021 at her home in Ripon at the age of 71.  Irma was born on January 21, 1950 in San Francisco to her late parents, Julio and Jenny Pena.  Irma grew up in San Francisco and settled in Ripon about 10 years ago. Irma was very close with her friends and family. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She never missed an opportunity to sing, dance, or play with them. She was the life of the party, loved to...