Ezra Haffner, 85 of Lodi, died on March 1, 1999 in a local hospital after a short illness. He was born August 15, 1913, in Hitchcock, Oklahoma, where he was raised. Mr. Haffner moved to Lodi in 1936. He was employed with Blewett Dairy for 31 years and Lodi Fab for 10 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, sports, and gardening. He was preceded in death by three brothers: Ivan, Wilbur, and Rueben Haffner. He is survived by his wife, Marie Haffner of Lodi. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday at Cherokee Memorial Park with Pastor bob Williams officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 8 a.m. to noon Thursday at Lodi Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice of charity. As printed in the "NEWS SENTINEL" , March 2, 1999, Lodi, California.