Betty Jane Kolher, 94, passed away September 8, 2018, at a care facility in Escalon, CA. Cremation is planned with a private family memorial service to be held November 23. Betty Jane was born on December 6, 1923 in Stockton, CA to Walter and Emily Champreux. Betty Jane was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Walter Champreux Jr. She is survived by her children Larry Kolher (Sandy), Betty Jane Larrabee (Clifford) and Mary Jane Flores. She was the grandmother to Carrie Andrew, Daron Kolb, Kristi Franklin, Dawn Helm, Robert Kolher, Nathan Larrabee, Kevin Larrabee, Logan Larrabee and Lisa Dickerson. Betty Jane also had many great grandchildren.

Betty Jane served her country in the United States Naval Reserve as a WAVE during World War II. She was a longtime resident of Stockton, CA.

The Oakdale (Calif.) Leader

Oct. 3, 2018