Jacqueline Arlene Camey

1943 - 2012

Jacqueline Arlene Camey obituary, 1943-2012, Rocklin, CA

BORN

1943

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Lambert Funeral Home

400 Douglas Blvd

Roseville, California

Jacqueline Camey Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 20, 2012.

"I met Jacqueline Polan in August of 1962 at a company called Emery Air Freight, near Midway airport in Chicago, Illinois. She was from Chicago, her Dad was from Chicago, her Dad was a Chicago City Fireman, and her mother was a seamstress. I was a Farm Boy from central Illinois. I thought my chance of asking her to go out with me were pretty slim, but to my suprise, she said yes and we started dating, and in January of 1963, I asked her to marry me with kind of low hopes since we had only known each other for 5 months. But my hopes turned to elation when she said YES. We were married on September 28, 1963. We lived in Chicago and suburbs until 1980. Our son Tim was born in 1964, son Tom born 1966, and daughter cathy in 1968. In 1980 we sold our home in South Elgin, Illinois, and rented a truck and trailer from U-Haul and moved to Citrus Heights, California. Jacki had worked as a travel agent in Elgin, Illinois, and I was a salesman for a printing company. Neither of us has jobs, but we looked forward to the move. Jacki found travel agent job quickly and I found a job with a Stockton printing company. About 1982, Jaci got a job with California State Auto Association (AAA) as a travel agent and was with AAA for 23 years. We moved to Rocklin in 2004. Jackie got the horrible diagnosis of AIS (also known as Lou Gehrig disease) about 3 years ago. She fought as hard as she could against the disease, but on April 20 she lost the battle and I lost my Girl Friend, love of my life for 48 1/2 years. May God help me and my family survive without her loving support, and I can look forward to meeting her again."
- John Camey, Husband

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April 28, 2012

My oldest and dearest friend--we didn't have to see each other or talk each week but when we did visit over the years, we just picked up where we left off. We met in fourth grade and I am so lucky to have had Jackie as my friend all these years. We had many firsts together-Cubs games,polio shots, public library cards, social security cards, double-dating, stood up to each others weddings, held her hand when she was in labor with Tim, playing cards with our husbands, having children and the list goes on. I loved and admired Jackie for so many reasons. She was always courageous, honest, sensible, intelligent, witty, loving and faithful. I will never forget you. Good bye, old friend -- until we meet again. Bonnie

April 26, 2012

Dear John,we are glad we had the chance to know Jackie,she was a wondeful lady.Our thaugts and prayers are with you and your family.love Mark and Donna

April 25, 2012

Marcus Camey

My first memory of Aunt Jackie was sitting on her lap in my parent's kitchen while they played "Clue." I think this was a sign of things to come because she always seemed to love a good board or card game. I think she liked how those games could bring the whole family together, which she was her number one priority. Whenever we visited CA (A LOT less often than she visited us back in Chicago), she always wanted to make sure the whole family did as many things together as possible. I am so thankful our daughter got to meet her and we will share with her how Jackie bravely faced this terrible disease. We love and miss you, Aunt Jackie, and we will see you again some day.

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April 25, 2012

Barbara Glazer

Gratitude for planning trips all over the world. I really appreciated the care you took in caring for me as I traveled through parts of the world you suggested. You are a gentle soul and a star in the night sky.

April 25, 2012

Jackie we will miss you even though it has been quite a long time since your last visit here in Florida. I am comforted by the love of your family and their devotion to you during this long and serious illness. I know you did your best to cope with this unrelenting disease and I admire you for your bravery and your efforts. God bless you and we look forward to seeing you again, as God wills. Love, Bob and Marlene

April 25, 2012

Jackie,

Thanks for being our friend. You were our counselor and showed us huge parts of the world. I really appreciated you laughing at my jokes. Karen and I want you to know you were a very important person in our lives, and are still our friend. We love you.

With Love,

Ted & Karen

April 25, 2012

DeeDee Kitterman

Jackie loved to travel and her visits to numerous locations around the world made her a travel agent ‘extraordinaire'! We jokingly called her our personal travel planner as all we needed to say was “we're thinking of traveling to……� and she'd take it from there.

Family was Jackie's highest priority, and the love she gave to each of us will warm our hearts forever. She was a great sister-in-law and we will cherish all the memories of the past, and we will think of her at every family gathering in the future.

Love,
DeeDee and Jack

April 25, 2012

Marilyn Headrick

Jackie was one of the most knowledgeable travel agents in our company (AAA.) and she was always willing to share her knowledge with others. Her advice was always "right on" and the twinkle in her eye made all conversations wonderful. My heart goes out to her amazing family!
Marilyn Headrick (El Granada. CA)

April 25, 2012

Kristin Ledbetter

I'll always remember Jackie's fierce love and devotion to her husband and children. It showed in everything she did.

April 25, 2012

Jackie,
John was very lucky to have you as his wife and you will be missed by a lot of people. You were a good freind and always a lot of help. Rest in peace your pain is over. It was a pleasure to know such a great lady Kevin

April 24, 2012

Jackie,
Your warm heart and easy kindness has always made us feel like you were a surrogate mom to us and "another" grandma to our kids. We feel so fortunate to have known you. We hold close those special memories of time spent with you and your wonderful family! You will be missed!
All our love,
Bonnie, Greg, Garrett and Greg Jr Gorman

April 24, 2012

Mary Barclay

Jackie -
With great sadness I learned of your passing. You were courageous in your battle but now are free of pain. It was a pleasure to work with you as well as along side you. We shared both laughter and tears. I loved your creativity and quick wit along with the sparkle in your eye, warm smile, and kind heart. You will be missed.

April 24, 2012

Dear Jackie,
Thank you for giving me a chance to work for you oh, so many years ago. You were the best boss and dear friend and I will never forget your patience and kindness. Rest now in the loving arms of our God. You are missed
and loved so very much,
Love,
Cecelia

April 24, 2012

Gail Brown

Dear John and family, Jackie was a wonderful person to work with and laugh with. She had such a quick wit. Although I didn't see her much in the past years, she was always in my thoughts and prayers, especialy when her illness started. Tom, your message is such a wonderful tribute to your beloved mother. May she rest in peace.

April 24, 2012

Dear Jackie,
Thank you for being a great long time friend and boss for many years. You were a brave person through out your illness and I have learned something from that. God does have a path for us, and he will take care of you. Keep smiling and bring us sunshine every day. We will be thinking of you.

Love,
Heidi Elliott

April 24, 2012

John and Jackie have been our friends for years. We spent many days traveling at sea, foreign countries and USA destinations. We shared good times that seemed to never end and will not in our hearts and souls. Memories are cherished things, We miss Jackie and the pleasure of her company. She had joy in her life and one special visit was to Chicago where they took us to special places they worked, homes they lived in. We shared more than just a visit, we met family there. We are proud of our friendship with her, may she rest in peace.
John and Judy Callahan

April 24, 2012

Donna Coconato

Dear Jackie,
To loose my favorite cousin is a big lose. We never got to go on that cruise together but you will always be remembered in my heart & prayers. I have no one to play cut-outs with anymore :) Don't worry, we will play in heaven. Miss you,
Donna Coconato

April 23, 2012

Donna Welborn

My dear friend, our girls night out will never be the same without you. You will be missed by your many friends. You were the best boss I ever had and we had the best team of co-workers because of you. You brought out the best in all who knew you and you will always be loved and remembered for that.

Love,
Donna Welborn

April 23, 2012

A letter to my Mom :

When I sat down to write this letter, I got got stuck on how to encompass all that needed to said. About all of life's lesson that have been passed on by my Mom. Those same lesson's that are now mine to share, and some how pass on as gracefully as she did. My Mom instilled in me that all things are possible, and to meet life's problems head on. One of life's great gifts are the memories, of the gifts that we get to share, and the challenges that we overcame together. My Mom loved to be with, and have family and friends around her. Not just on the holidays, but anytime or occasion to have a get together. She would always go out of her way to provide for anyone that would come by the house. One recent thanksgiving she helped prepare the meal, and was unable to enjoy it herself. That is the kind of giving and caring spirit she gave without execption. How do you express all the words that come with the care that has been shown from my first day to this day? Rest now, so deeply within my heart, until one day many days from this day, when we will walk side by side hand in hand. As we have done so many days before. Thank you for being my Mom. I will love always.

Thomas Oliver Camey

April 23, 2012

Dear John and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Jackie was the best boss and a great girlfriend. Our girl's nights out will never be the same. Nancy Graham

April 23, 2012

carol Battaglia

My dear Sister so happy you were a big part of my life not only as a friend but as our cruise mate for the last 10 years. We were the "Three Amigos". you are so missed. I love you [say hello to mom and dad]....Love Carol

April 23, 2012

Anne Malone

Aunt Jackie blessed our family in countless ways. She loved us all and was especially crazy about her grandkids. She loved to laugh -- you couldn't be around her and not be happy. I am thankful that her suffering is over, though our family will never be the same without her. Memories of her laughter, her smile, and her funny stories will always bring warmth to my heart. She will be deeply missed.

April 23, 2012

Dear John & Family, My thoughts and prayer are with you and your family at this difficult time. I truly enjoyed the time I spent with Jackie and will miss her very much. Love, Charlotte Sanders

April 23, 2012

Dear John & Family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. I truly enjoyed the time I spent with Jackie, I will miss her.
Charlotte Sanders (Rancho Cordova, CA)

April 23, 2012

My sister Jackie, whom I loved so dearly, I will miss you with all my heart. I will cherish the memories we were able to share forever. When Carol and I are together there will always be an empty wine glass there for you, because you will always be with us.
Penny Schlomann

April 23, 2012

James Bartley

Jackie, along with her husband John and son Tim were my neighbors for quite a few years and I became very close to each of them. Jackie was such a wonderful and caring person. I feel so fortunate to have known her.

April 22, 2012

Dee and Bob Arts

Jackie was a one of a kind woman. She always had a smile on her face and a heart as big as the universe. Her gentle ways and kindness would fill a room. We will all miss you greatly Jackie. Rest and peace, for you will always be remembered in our hearts and prayers. Love,

April 22, 2012

Kim Ferreira

Jackie was an amazing woman with an amazing spirit and I am blessed to have had the privledge to know her. I will always remember her smile, the twinkle in her eyes and her abundance of kindness to me and my daughter, Indy. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. Rest in peace lovely lady, you will always be in my heart.
Love, Kim

April 22, 2012

I want to send my love to my Best Friends Family who lost their Mother to Lou Gehrig Disease! She was like a mother to me and made my life seem so important. She was a role model for so many and made me strive to do better in everything I did. I will always keep you in my heart with all my endeavors and do the best I can. I hope all the pain is gone and that you rest in peace forever Jackie Camey. With my Love-
Dana Graham

April 22, 2012

Dear Mom, I love you and miss you so. You'll be missed every day. Love Tim

April 22, 2012

Dana Graham

April 20, 2012

Cathy Watkins

A great Mom and wife! It is without words how she has given to us over the years. I love her dearly and will miss her everyday. I am comforted by her being with people who have already passed on: her beloved parents and my son who
I know she will be with for eternity! - CCW

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