Marian M McIntosh

MARIAN M. HAMMER-MCINTOSH

August 8, 1935 - September 7, 2026

OBITUARY

Marian M. Hammer-McIntosh passed away peacefully at the age of 91 after a long battle with dementia on Sept 7, 2026.

She’s survived by her daughter Wendy McIntosh Harlan, son Ron McIntosh, and cousin Barbara Sample. Along with many family members, grand children and great great grand children.

She is preceded in death by her Husband Edward McIntosh, her parents Albert & Inez Hammer, her sister Alberta Hernandez, and brothers Ernest and Melvin Hammer.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the SPCA or Hospice of San Joaquin.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the McIntosh family.

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Enedina Reyes

Enedina Reyes

August 9, 1932 - September 5, 2026

VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 25, 2026 from 10:30am-12:00pm in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

GRAVESIDE

A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 12:30pm at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Reyes family.

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Carole A. Champion

Carole Ann Champion

March 27, 1944 – September 4, 2026

In Loving Memory of Carole Ann Champion, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026, in Stockton, California. She was born on March 27, 1944, in Hemet, California.

Carole will be remembered for the deep love she had for her family. She cherished her husband, John Champion, and her children, Joel, Jonas, and Mary Ann Champion, with all her heart.

Her family was the center of her life, and she took great joy in watching her family grow through the generations.

She is survived by her husband, John Champion; her children, Joel, Jonas, and Mary Ann Champion; her grandchildren, Thomas, Amanda, Zachary, Jessica, Leila, Jack, Mason, and Garrett; and her 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved grandson, Johnny Champion.

Carole had a special place in her heart for the San Francisco Giants and loved cheering them on. She also loved her roses, taking pride in their beauty and finding happiness in caring for them. Above all, Carole deeply loved her husband and family. Her devotion to those she loved was evident in everything she did. Carole’s love extended across generations. She treasured her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and the memories they created together. Although the loss of her grandson Johnny was a deep sorrow, he remained forever a cherished part of her family and her heart.

Carole leaves behind a legacy of love, family, and memories that will be treasured for generations to come. Though she is no longer with us, her love will continue to live on through her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and everyone whose life she touched.

Funeral Service

Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM in Chapel of Flowers at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Family and friends are invited to gather together to celebrate Carole’s life, honor her memory, and share in the love she gave so freely.

Forever loved. Forever remembered. Forever in our hearts.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Champion family.

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Carol Jean Laughlin

Carol Jean Laughlin

October 24, 1941 - September 4, 2026

OBITUARY

Carol Jean Laughlin (Summers) was born in Stockton, Ca. on October 24, 1941.

She was the beloved daughter of Rachel and Max Summers. She had four siblings that she remained very close to her throughout the years, Tommie, Earl, and Jerry Summers and one sister, Iva Harmon.

Jean graduated from Stagg High School and began her career in banking. She started with Bank of America as a teller and rose to bank manager for Guarantee Savings. She loved the banking business and has lifelong friends that she worked with.

She married the love of her life, Bill Laughlin, in 1963 and they were married for over 50 years until his passing in 2013. They had one son Marc Laughlin whom she treasured. She was blessed with the addition of her adored daughter-in-law, Amparo, in 1998, and then double blessed with the birth of her beloved grandchildren, Ashley and Tyler a few years later.

In addition to her immediate family, she leaves behind her brother Earl Summers (Nancy), her sisters-in-laws, Evelyn Crane, Mary Laughlin and Helen Crane and her brother-in-law Ron Laughlin. She also leaves behind the wonderful and caring family of her daughter-in-law, Amparo, Ida and Neil Amos, Elda Diaz and Irma Brisene (Manuel), and many nieces and nephews, whom she adored.

During the last year, Jean fought the battle with dignity, honor, grace, kindness and most of all love for all of those around her right to the end. She will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her and especially those who shared in her life. She set a wonderful example for all of us to follow in so many ways and she will be forever loved and missed.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 1:00pm in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Laughlin  family.

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Fawnette Faye Jenkins

Fawnette Faye Jenkins

November 25, 1971 - September 3, 2026

VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 18, 2026 at 9:00am-10:30am in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

GRAVESIDE

A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 18, 2026 at 11:00am at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Jenkins  family.

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Lourdes Cortes Fernandez

Lourdes Cortes Fernandez

February 11, 1958 - September 2, 2026

VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Monday, September 14, 2026 from 3:00pm - 8:00pm in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 3:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

MASS

Mass will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 10:00am at Church of the Presentation located at 6715 Leesburg Pl in Stockton, CA. Country Club Blvd, Stockton, CA 95204

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Cortes-Fernandez family.

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Rosalina - Ochoa

Rosalina - Ochoa

March 15, 1970 - September 2, 2026

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 5:00pm - 8:00pm with a Rosary starting at 5:00pm on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

MASS
Mass will be held at 10:00am on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at St Christopher's Catholic Church located at 950 S Lincoln Way, Galt, CA 95632

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Ochoa family.

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Darlene L Avery

DARLENE LAVERNE AVERY (NÉE POTTER)

June 8, 1935 - September 2, 2026

OBITUARY

Darlene Avery passed away peacefully at Lodi Memorial Hospital on September 2, 2026.

Darlene was born June 8, 1935 in Visalia, Ca to Albert and Ruth Potter. She was the youngest of

four girls.

After high school Darlene attended Saint Luke’s School of Nursing in San Francisco. She graduated in 1956 with an Associate’s Degree in nursing. A little later in life Darlene went back to school and obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in nursing. She attributed her desire to becoming a nurse to losing her mother when she was just 16.

Darlene moved back to Visalia and got a job as a nurse at Dr. John Castiglione’s pediatric practice. In the midst of starting her career, Darlene managed to find the time to go on a blind date with Glenn Avery. She must have known that she had met the love of her life because they were married six months later in Las Vegas. 11 months later Glenn and Darlene welcomed their son, Michael.

In 1962 Glenn’s job brought them to Lodi, where they’d settle and raise their family. In June of 1964 Glenn and Darlene had their daughter, Diane. Darlene stepped away from nursing to raise her children.

Darlene managed to stay busy during this time by becoming the first Parent’s Club president at Vinewood Elementary and joining the Lodi Democrats Club. She eventually served as president of the Lodi Democrats Club and often organized ‘Candidate Forums’ for many local politicians running for office. Darlene also served on the Board for the Lodi Public Library, where her name can be found on a plaque at the entrance. In 1974 Darlene and Glenn opened House of Coffees. She enjoyed this venture and loved having a business in this community, but something was missing; nursing.

In 1976 Darlene returned to nursing, becoming Dr. Ken Mullen’s first RN in his budding family practice. In 1977 she took a nursing job at Lodi Memorial Hospital, where she stayed for 15 years. In her tenure at the hospital Darlene worked her way up to Director of Nurses in the Medical/ Surgical units. She retired in 1992.

After retirement Darlene found herself volunteering in the community. Darlene counseled abused women at the Lodi Women’s Center, she gave injections at the Salvation Army, joined organizations like The Breakthrough Project, United Methodist Women and American Association of University Women (AAUW). In 2003 Darlene received the San Joaquin County Susan B. Anthony Award to honor her significant community contributions. In 2004

Darlene served as president of AAUW and organized the ‘Sister-to-Sister’ summit for middle school aged girls that focused on building self-esteem while encouraging girls to explore science, technology and math. Even through all her volunteering, Darlene and Glenn managed to travel the world and serve as the primary daycare providers for their granddaughters Brittney and Kate.

Darlene is survived by her husband of 68 years, Glenn Avery, son Michael Avery, daughter Diane Avery-Kaufman, granddaughters Brittney Kaufman (Christy) and Kate Hanson (Brennan). As well as her beloved dog Cordelia and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Ruth and Albert Potter, sisters Lois McAlpine (Edward), Edythe Owen (Roy) and Ethelyn Potter.

The family would like to thank the amazing nurses and doctors at Lodi Memorial Hospital and Hospice of San Joaquin County.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Avery family.

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Betty Jean Shannon

Betty Jean Shannon (née Sayler)

November 27, 1932 - August 31, 2026

OBITUARY

Betty Jean was born in Underwood, North Dakota. The family moved to Walnut Grove in 1939 and to

Lodi in 1942. She attended Lincoln and Needham schools, graduated from Lodi High School in 1950,

and graduated from Delta College in 1976. In 2025, she moved to Anthem, Arizona to be with family.

In 1945, Betty Jean accepted the Lord into her heart. She had a deep and abiding faith in Jesus, her

Lord and Savior. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church (Grace Point) for 55 years and served

the church as a teacher, youth leader and deaconess.

She loved music and sang in church choirs, community choirs, ensembles, and the Stockton Chorale.

She was the proud co-writer of the Tokay High School Alma Mater and wrote the theme song for the Mr. Lodi contest.

Betty was employed by LUSD Child Welfare and Attendance for 35 years. After retirement, she volunteered in Lakewood kindergarten classes and made weekly visits to residents of convalescent hospitals.

Betty Jean devoted her life to a deep love of the Lord and was a true beacon of His word. She had a knack for remembering everyones birthdays, knowing just when to call to check in, and projecting Gods light to all who crossed her path. She had a significant greeting card ministry and sent words of encouragement and support to many. She was a people person and took great joy in sewing, cooking, gardening, homemaking, canning, reading historical novels, and studying her bible. During the Christmas season, she would make over 30 lbs of English toffee to gift to her family and friends. She loved traveling to Europe, around the United States, and she took several cruises to Alaska and Mexico.

On August 31, Betty Jean went to be with the Lord surrounded by her loved ones. She will be greatly missed, but her ministries will live on through those whose lives she touched. Just ahead of her passing, Betty selected some of her favorite verses that her family would like to share in celebration of her life:

1 Timothy 1:12

And I thank Christ Jesus, our Lord, who hath enabled me, in that He counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry.

Psalms 27:4

One thing I have desired of the Lord, that I will seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in His temple. Throughout her life, Betty supported Gospel for Asia, In Touch Ministries, Lodi Boys & Girls Club, Samaritans Purse, and Tunnels to Towers.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Lodi Boys & Girls Club, Hospice of the Valley (Arizona), or the charity of your choice. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Betty is predeceased by her parents George and Rose (Landenberger) Sayler, her husband of 54 years, Stan Shannon, Norman Gesler, her spouse of 16 years, baby son, Stanley Shannon, Jr., siblings Verna Brown, Bernice Thacker, Emerald Sayler, Ray Sayler, Bernard Sayler, and Adrian Sayler. She is survived by four children: Renee Henry (Steven), Andrea Arterburn (Jon), Lisa Waters (Leonard), Mitch Shannon (Kelly), 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Shannon family.

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Cherokee Memorial Park is a 501(c)13 non-profit company, owned and operated exclusively for the benefit of the community, serving Lodi, Stockton, Galt, Manteca and the San Joaquin Valley since 1940.

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