Ernest “Ern” Anthony Beeler, 54, passed away on July 27, 2011 from complications of lung cancer.

He was born on August 17th, 1956 in Escalon, CA, youngest of four children to Adolph and Theresa Beeler. He went to grammar school at St. Anthony's in Manteca and graduated from Ripon High School in 1974. He worked for Bronco Winery, and was a member of the San Joaquin Valley Swiss Club.

He was a loving family man. He enjoyed riding go carts, going to car shows, yard sales, and concerts. His special hobby was playing pool. He enjoyed life to the fullest.

He is survived by his mother, Theresa Beeler, companion and  love of his life, Anna Smartt, brother Joe (Theresa) Beeler of Ripon, sister Margaret “Gig” (Al) Ming of Escalon, sister-in-law Diana Beeler of Ripon, mother-in-law Mary Jo Smiley of Ripon, his children Christie (Greg) Darby, Ernest Jr., Rose, and Lucas, step children Heather, Christy, and Daniel, 9 grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father, Adolph and brother, Frank.

Rosary and funeral mass will be held on August 5th at 10am at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 19399 E. Hwy. 120, Ripon with graveside service at St. John's Cemetery. Celebration of life to follow at San Joaquin Valley Swiss Club, 110 N. Manley Rd., Ripon.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Ern's memory may be made to American Cancer Society, 207 E. Alpine Ave., Stockton, CA, 95204, Delta Humane Society, 4590 S. Hwy. 99 Frontage Rd., Stockton, CA 95215, or charity of your choice.

Arrangements under the directions of Deegan Ripon Memorial Chapel.

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin
Wednesday, August 3, 2011