Jeffrey Allan Beltz

October 3, 1949 ~ September 3, 2024

Jeffrey Allan Beltz, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in Winchester, CA. A retired general contractor from Orange County, CA, Jeffrey was known for his hard work, dedication, and loyalty. He served his country with distinction as a combat veteran in the Vietnam War as a proud member of the United States Marine Corps. A lifetime member of VFW Post 4089 in Temecula, CA, Jeffrey was deeply committed to supporting fellow veterans.

In his younger years, Jeffrey was a passionate semi-pro surfer, and even later in life, he loved watching surf championship competitions. He had a special bond with his German Shepherd support dog, Moana, and took great pride in restoring his cherished 1956 Chevy.

Jeffrey was preceded in death by his parents, Kennett and Sarah Beltz. He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Elyse Beltz; his son, Jeffrey Jason Beltz; his grandson, Jeremy Chandler Beltz; and his loving sisters, Bonnie Shaffer and Linda Hemenway. He was a faithful member of Rock Ridge Church in Menifee, CA, where his presence will be greatly missed.

Jeffrey will be remembered for his love for his family, his service to his country, and his dedication to those he held dear. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to England Family Mortuary, Inc.

Services

Funeral Service: September 19, 2024 11:00 am

England Family Mortuary
27135 Madison Avenue
Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 695-8555

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Interment: September 19, 2024 2:30 pm

Riverside National Cemetery
22495 Van Buren Blvd
Riverside, CA 92518
951-653-8417

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Celebration of Life: September 19, 2024 4:30 pm

The Veterans of Foreign War Post #4089
28075 Diaz Road
Temecula, CA 92590

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Richard & Carole Brewer, Shelby twp, Michigan says:

September 5, 2024 at 5:40 pm

We were so sorry to learn of Jeff’s passing.
Growing up together in Michigan, it was always Bonnie, Linda. & Jeff and Carole,
Danny and Donna! They were either at our house on Evergreen or we were at their place on Dale. As we were first cousins, each one had a cousin close in age. Jeff was a quiet, loving person his whole life & will be missed by everyone who was lucky to call him friend

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Linda Beltz Hemenway says:

September 9, 2024 at 4:16 pm

My bond began October 1949 when Jeff was born. I am his sister Linda. My mother told me I was so jealous of the attention he was demanding I would crawl into his crib and March up and down on his newborn body. I was only 18 months old but apparently nimble and a good climber. After a visit to the doctor a lock was put on the outside of the nursery door. Mom said I would watch for the door to be secured and scream if ever she forgot…things did get better as he learned to fight back..

My very first memory of Jeff was our house on Dale Street in Michigan. Jeff would play on the gravel driveway with his dinky cars for hours. When he was finished each car would be washed and dried to be put in his room in the proper slot of a wooden organizer our father made for him. My sister and I would torment Jeff by putting all the cars in different positions. He would scream and cry for mother and we were reprimanded until the next time. Mind you, he was about four at this time.

Our house had a full basement and Jeff was now about six years old. He kept running up and down the stairway filling a shot glass with water. Finally he admitted he started a fire in the basement. He had found matches and snakes left from Halloween. A box of summer clothes were adjacent to his enjoyment and was now out of control. Mom thre a rug on top of the box and Jeff was sent to his room. Guess he didn’t think the Laundry room was in the basement with a sink and water!

This was not the only fire he started. We were living in Torrance, CA and another fire was started. He wouldn’t confess that he was the arsonist so we were both going to be punished. We were put on the twin beds while mom went to find a belt. I told Jeff to turn on his belly and put a large doll on his backside. And quick cover over the top and I positioned myself with the second doll. We both cried out as the dolls took the blows. Mom never found out and we kept the secret forever.

These are just a few of my early memories of my brother. I was so proud of the man he became after getting married to Elyse and being a father to JJ. He became a provider, friend to so many and a Christian. Their 50th wedding anniversary party proved they were a wonderful couple embracing life and friendships.

It was great growing up with you Jeff. Someone to keep my secrets, someone to pick on and someone to love. I do know one thing for sure there is no grief without love. I love you brother…

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JoAnn Meinhardt says:

September 10, 2024 at 11:04 am

Rest in peace, Jeff.

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Kristy Avila says:

September 10, 2024 at 2:11 pm

Jeff was such a really good man. He was always so kind, friendly, and welcoming to my husband and I. My husband really enjoyed his visits with Elyse because he would get to talk with Jeff (lol). He will be truly missed and he is with God now in his beautiful kingdom living better than ever! Rest in beautiful peace our dear friend.

Love, Chuck and Kristy Avila

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Charlotte Matthews says:

September 11, 2024 at 7:54 am

I am so sorry for you loss. I listened and learned a great deal from Jeff. I will miss him

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Patti Newcombe says:

September 13, 2024 at 3:36 pm

Thank you for all the memories, Rest in Peace Jeff.

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Mike "Judge" Baraniecki says:

September 15, 2024 at 11:55 am

I met Jeff just 7 short years ago, in Temecula, CA. I was out driving around town looking for the VFW Post 4089 as I wanted to see what they had and possibly join the post too. I finally found it on Diaz Rd. just past the famous BMW landmark sign that’s still there. Upon arriving at the post, I found two guys working on the patio. They were building what looked like a bar. This was Jeff and another great friend, Chuy. I parked and walked up to them, curious about the build. Jeff and Chuy both smiled and introduced themselves. I can never forget those smiles. They were genuine and welcoming smiles. Jeff explained that they were building an outdoor bar to go with the newly-laid cement deck surrounding the Post’s entrance. I was in awe and admiration of their construction. Being a former contractor, Jeff had donated the two large slabs of granite that adorned the top of the bar. As a retired electronics technician, I was impressed with how he had also added a large number of electrical outlets to the bar’s facade and had also ran plumbing for the sink that would be installed later. We talked for over an hour and I made plans to definitely join the VFW Post soon afterward. Over the years, our friendship grew ever stronger. Jeff became a great fiend and fellow shipmate. He would later come over to our house many times to shoot a game of pool, oftentimes with our other great friends, Augie Liberino and Marshall Whatley. I can’t fully express the sorrow I feel in his passing. I got to see Jeff and his beautiful wife, Elyse, just two weeks prior to his passing at the VFW Post 4089. They showed great courage and wondrous grace to all in attendance. You see, the reason for the gathering was to pay tribute to Jeff for all he had done for the post. He was so much more than just a friend. He was a comrade, a shipmate and a true Marine. His courage and strength will be remembered always. For it is through our memories that he lives forever.

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