J.C. Haefner
February 04, 1942 - August 11, 2009
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J.C. Haefner
February 04, 1942 - August 11, 2009
Obituary
J.C. Haefner, DVM, February 4, 1942 to August 11, 2009 passed away after an extended illness. She is survived by her two sons, Steven and James, and six grandchildren. J.C. was born to Dick and Clara Hill in Detroit MI. She graduated from Michigan State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1965. J.C. and her husband William opened a successful veterinarian practice in Pontiac Michigan. In 1981, she moved to Fountain Valley, CA and ultimately began her own practice. J.C. was an exceptionally generous person. She donated both time and money to numerous charitable organizations including the San Diego Zoological Society and Michigan State University. She was an active board member of the MSU Alumni Club of Orange County. Above all, J.C. was deeply loved by her family, friends, and her ‘kitties.’ She will be sorely missed by all of those that she touched.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, August 17th at O’Connor Mortuary Laguna Hills Chapel in Laguna Hills, CA. A short viewing will begin promptly at 12:00 noon followed by a formal memorial service at 1:00 pm. A graveside service at El Toro Memorial Park will take place shortly after 2:00 pm. Jim and Autumn Haefner will be hosting a reception to celebrate her life at their home in Aliso Viejo immediately following the graveside service that is estimated to begin at 3:30 pm.
12 Noon – Viewing – O’Connor Mortuary, 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills
1:00 p.m. – Memorial Service – O’Connor Mortuary Laguna Hills
2:00 p.m. – Graveside Service – El Toro Memorial Park
3:30 p.m. – Reception – James & Autumn Haefner, 47 Coastal Oak, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to San Diego Zoological Society at 2920 Zoo Dr., San Diego, CA 92101.
47 responses to J.C. Haefner
Laurie Hosepian says:
August 13, 2009
My heartfelt sympathies to her Family. I had the pleasure of working with JC at Animal Medical Center about 5 years ago. JC was the most caring, generous and amazing woman. The best Vet ever and the sweetest soul you would ever meet. I lost touch with JC a couple years ago and am so sorry to hear of her passing. I will never forget her and her special kindness to me. JC brought out the very best in everyone she met. I am blessed to have know such a wonderful woman. She will be missed by many. Heaven is shining a little brighter now.
Orlando Cintron, Jr. says:
August 13, 2009
Although our acquaintance was brief I always enjoyed her company. JC will always be remembered as a wonderful mother, grandmother and friend. May she rest in eternal peace.
Patricia Lemaire Kilpatrick says:
August 13, 2009
We graduated together and I have been meaning to write you to share our love of animals. Ed has kept me updated from time to time. You will be missed. God Bless YOu. Patricia Kilpatrick Lemaire
Vi Pham says:
August 13, 2009
I remember the day when I told JC that I was going to vet school. She was the first person to tell me how proud she was of me. A couple of years later when I decided to drop out of vet school to go to pastry school, I thought she would be disappointed in me. But instead, she gave me a big hug, looked me straight in the eyes and said, “Vi, you’re following your dreams and I have never been so proud of you”. I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to call her my friend. Her unconditional friendship, support and kindness will forever be remembered. I will miss her dearly. To know JC is to love her.
Bob and Pat Westlake says:
August 14, 2009
We have been neighbors of JCs since she moved to Fountain Valley. She has been a good neighbor and a good friend. We will miss her very much.