It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Jocelyn Ellen Schrum, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She passed away surrounded by her family on March 19, 2025 in Eureka at the age of 85.

Jocelyn was born on January 16, 1940 in Chula Vista, California to parents James and Ellen West. She grew up in Winters with her brother, Jim West, and sister, Jackie West. Jocelyn attended Chico State University until she met her husband, Paul Schrum. They were married for 43 years until Paul passed away in 2001. They had two children, Laura, born in Chico, and Norman, born in Corning. They moved to Guam from 1965-1969, where she got her degree in teaching, before returning to live in Wheatland.

Jocelyn also received her Masters in Education from Humboldt State University later on. She dedicated her life to education, shaping countless young minds as a teacher in Wheatland for over 30 years. She is survived by her loving family, including her brother (Jim), son (Norm), daughter-in-law (Robin), grandkids (Joanna, David, Cara, Christopher, Stephanie, Daniel, Sami and Molly) and great-grandkids. Her love was endless, and her memory will remain a guiding light for all who knew her.

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