Casey De Jong, 38 years old passed away unexpectedly in the early hours of April 14, 2026.

Casey was born on April 4, 1988 in Corona, CA to Charles and Monique De Jong. Casey attended Ripon Christian Schools graduating in 2006. He attended Modesto Junior College completing the Fire Science Program before working as a firefighter for the United States Forestry Service. Casey returned to the valley and worked locally in the farming community. Casey spent the last six years working in the Steel Fabrication Industry.

Casey is survived by his parents; sister, Stephanie and husband Patrick; Alicia and her boys, Mario, Klinton, Noah; their daughter Ila; and many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

Services will be coordinated by Deegan Memorial Chapel and held at Zion Reformed Church in Ripon on April 22 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a graveside service at Ripon Cemetery.

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin

Saturday, April 18, 2026