RODIECK, LES (FUHS 1944)

LESTER EDWARD RODIECK Sr.

(1926 - 2013)  FUHS 1944

Les passed away peacefully on August 5, 2013 in Villa Park, CA. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 66 years, Marilyn; sister, Bertha M. (Rodieck) Clark of Gilroy, CA; three sons and their spouses, Barry (Mary), Charles (Charlee) and Lester Jr. "Eddie" (Colleen); six grandchildren, Brad, Marc, Trisha (Simmons), Erin (Califf), Nicholas and Neil; and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by daughter, Linda Sue in 1974. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to many. His devotion to his family was such a big part of his life. Les was born in Atwood, CA on September 18, 1926. He was the 5th child of Emil and Elizabeth Rodieck of Atwood, CA.

He was a graduate of Fullerton Union High School prior to serving his country proudly as a member of the US Navy during (WWII) 1944-46. He also served as a volunteer fire fighter for the small town of Olive, CA and for the California State Forestry Dept. Les also served as a volunteer Sheriff Deputy for the OC Sheriff Dept. and was a board member and coach during the early years of Olive Little League. He also was a long time member of the American Legion in the City of Orange. He enjoyed his many years of membership in the Izaak Walton League of Orange and the many friendships he developed during that time. One of his greatest joys was farming and for many years he was in the citrus orchard management business for the areas of Atwood, Anaheim, Yorba Linda, Brea and La Habra. He maintained the orchards and ranch that his father developed in the early 1900's, which are now the Santa Ana River Lakes. He then became a trenching contractor and operated his business as Rodieck's Backhoe Rental until he retired.

A celebration service will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 1:00pm at St. Paul's Lutheran Church located at 1250 E. Heim Ave., Orange, CA 92865 with a reception to follow. In addition to the service, a gathering to celebrate and share stories will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2013 at The Villa in Orange located at 510 E. Katella Ave. between 1:00pm - 4:00pm. He will be missed but we rejoice knowing that he is with his Lord and Savior in Heaven. Donations may be made in Lester's name to St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Email condolences to www.chapmanfumeralcare.com.

Chapman funeral Care, directors toll free 855.628.0447

Published in Orange County Register on August 11, 2013 (Available until Aug 11, 2014)

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