Rand Jeffery Spraggins
October 21, 1938 - September 10, 2026
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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.
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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.
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Phillip Michael Kudenov
Phillip Michael Kudenov
OBITUARY
Phillip Michael Kudenov, 74, entered in to rest surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of profound devotion, hard work, and deep integrity.
Born in Lynwood, California, to Bill and Marian Kudenov, Phillip grew up as the youngest of four brothers. A competitive swimmer and Eagle Scout, he graduated from Fremont High School in 1970 before studying at UC Berkeley.
In 1982, Phillip married Renie, beginning a beautiful 44-year journey together. Phillip immediately embraced his role as a devoted father to his two sons, Chris and Ray.
A resident of Morada for 35 years, and recently of Lodi. Phillip was a true provider and avid outdoorsman. He found great joy in cooking for family gatherings, deep sea fishing, and hunting with his sons and grandchildren.
He set the gold standard for what it means to be a husband, father, grandfather, and man of faith. He will be deeply missed and forever carried in the hearts of his family.
Phillip is survived by his beloved wife; Renie; his sons, Ray and Chris (wife, Vanessa); grandchildren, Zach, Christopher (wife, Giselle), Angelique, Madison, and Mia; brothers, Jerry (wife, Kathy) and Bill (wife, Sandee); and a large, loving extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Marian; brother, Jim Kudenov; father-in-law and mother-in-law, David and Rose Padilla.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on, Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Linden; 18633 E. Front Street, Linden, CA 95236. Burial is private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital.
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Shirley J Phillips
Shirley J. Phillips
4/16/1943 – 8/24/26
OBITUARY
In loving memory of Shirley J. Phillips
On the bright summer morning of August 24, 2026, our beloved mother, Shirley Jean Phillips, passed from this earth. In peaceful sleep, she began her trip home. Five months earlier, on April 16th she had celebrated her eighty third birthday in Tennessee. Her willpower and gratitude had remained strong, despite the many physical challenges that she faced every day in the last few years of her life. Dialysis, pain, ailments of the heart, kidney and bones – her body withstood great suffering. Yet the proof of her faith was visible in her luminesce spirit, her smile and the love that she shined upon all of those who knew her.
Shirley was born in Okemah, Oklahoma in 1943, to parents Grant Leroy Neeley and Essie Geneva Fisher. She was preceded in death by her two young sisters, Marjorie, known as “Margie” and Susan Neeley. Her uncle Jimmy Fisher and she were close in age and raised together. “Jimmy was like a brother to me” she would often remark. These loved ones, she kept alive in her heart, throughout her days.
In 1960, she married Murel Dean Phillips in Linden, California. The two met in church and both attended Linden High School. Murel, was born in Arkansas and Shirley was born in Oklahoma. They would come to raise a family in Stockton, California. Their sons, Grant-Lee Phillips, being born in 1963 and Gary Dean Phillips in 1971. Murel and Shirley celebrated 53 years of marriage, before Murel’s passing on November 11, 2013. In their years together, they enjoyed family trips, camping, fishing and large family gatherings that very often spanned multiple generations.
Their family tree would grow with the arrival of three beautiful granddaughters. Gary and his wife Stephanie Phillips would welcome Gabriella Phillips and Grace Phillips. She would proudly live to see the marriage of Grace and Jackson Wiesner and the partnership of Gabriella and Teva Dagai. Grant-Lee and his wife Denise Siegel-Phillips would welcome Violet Phillips, Shirley’s youngest granddaughter. Shirley became “Granny” – remembering her own grandmothers and the role that they had played in her upbringing.
Along with Shirley’s love of family, cooking, hosting get-togethers, especially around the holidays, she was a gifted floral designer, working at floral shops in Stockton and independently with Shirley J. Phillips Floral Design. She had an artist eye and a desire to bring beauty into the world. The skillful work of her hands, the flowers she so thoughtfully gathered, was an expression of her creativity. A part of Shirley was there, in the flowers, as wedding vows were spoken, at the bedside of the suffering and at those most solemn passages, to comfort the grieving.
Like her mother, Essie, Shirley was blessed with an incredible singing voice. Her love of music may have been sparked in the church. Singing and prayer were deeply intertwined in her life. When arriving in Nashville, she joined the Christ Church Choir. It was the realization of a dream. With the choir, she recorded a gospel album at Ocean Way Studios in Nashville. She also went on tour with the choir to perform in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. When it became difficult for her to stand for a long period or climb stairs she joined smaller groups for Sunday services, where she forged lasting friendships. She also loved Patsy Cline and Dolly Parton who passed but a day after her. Shirley’s Karaoke performance of “Crazy” absolutely captivated the room, one night in Nolensville, Tennessee. Shirley was an enrolled citizen of the Muskogee (Creek) Nation. Her mother Essie, along with her Aunt Janelle King and Grandmother Susana Little-Fisher instilled a respect for her Native American heritage. To live a life of honor and to see the hand of the creator in all things. These were the guiding principles of her life.
We ask that you keep our dear mother, Shirley, in your heart. Remember the love and the joy that she has given us all. From her beginnings in Okemah, Oklahoma, Hutchison, Kansas, Stockton, CA to her final years in Nolensville, TN, she touched many a life. Remember Shirley, as we always will. Her joyous smile, her kindness, her melodious voice and her spirit.
SERVICE
Services to be held at Cherokee Park and Funeral Home in the Evergreen Chapel, 14165 Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240, on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m
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Jose Marcelino Sanchez Herrera
Jose Marcelino Sanchez Herrera
February 15, 1948 - August 23, 2026
VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 10am - 8:00pm Sunday, August 30th, 2026 at the Zinfandel Room at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, August 31st, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
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Lisa Gay Magness Shipley
Lisa Gay Magness Shipley
October 9, 1961 - August 22, 2026
OBITUARY
Lisa Gay Magness Shipley, 64, was born in Sacramento, California, and passed away from a heart attack on August 22, 2026.
Lisa shared 38 loving years with her partner, Randy Shipley, in Acampo, California. Their story began when Lisa was working as a waitress. Randy was immediately smitten with her and kept asking her out. Lisa told him she had a boyfriend, to which Randy famously replied, “Then dump him.” That persistence was the beginning of a beautiful 38-year love story.
Lisa loved being surrounded by her friends, shopping, and especially reading. But perhaps nothing brought her more happiness than caring for her beloved parrots with Randy. Her birds meant the world to her, and they were a very special part of her life.
Lisa will be remembered for the love she shared, the friendships she cherished, and the special bond she had with her beloved birds. She will be deeply missed by Randy, her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her.
GRAVESIDE
A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 14, 2026 at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
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Dorothy Ann Ware
January 1, 1948 - August 22, 2026
OBITUARY
Dorothy Ann (Farley) Ware was born January 1, 1948, in Marion, Arkansas, to Roosevelt and Clemmie Farley. She was the fourth of thirteen children and the eldest daughter. At the age of eight, Dorothy moved with her parents and seven siblings to Stockton, California, where she attended Commodore Elementary School and later graduated from Franklin High School in 1966.
In 1978, Dorothy married the love of her life, James Ware, in Reno, Nevada. They shared 48 years of marriage and built a beautiful life together. From their union came two daughters, Jennifer and Stephanie, and Dorothy also lovingly embraced James's two sons, Michael and Andre. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend.
Dorothy retired from Tracy Defense Depot after 25 years of federal service. She later joined the Child Nutrition Services team at Lincoln High School, where she dedicated another 20 years before retiring for a second time.
Dorothy loved her family deeply and treasured the time they spent together. She enjoyed traveling, thrift shopping, Motown music, pearl jewelry, and her favorite Oscar de la Renta perfume. She had a sweet tooth and never met a cookie, cake, or pie she didn't like. She also appreciated the simple pleasure of a good nap. Most of all, Dorothy cherished her family, especially her granddaughter, Anaiya, with whom she shared a special and loving bond.
Dorothy Ann Ware passed away peacefully on August 22, 2026, surrounded by her beloved husband and two daughters.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Roosevelt Farley Sr. and Clemmie Farley; her brothers, Sam Henry Farley, Leonard Farley, Larry Farley, and Charles Farley; her stepson, Andre Ware; and her mother-in-law, Lucille McGhee.
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 48 years, James Ware; her stepson, Michael Ware; her daughters, Jennifer and Stephanie Ware; her granddaughter, Anaiya Patrick; her siblings, Roosevelt Farley II (Donna), Clemmie Farley, Jerry Farley (Joyce), Mildred Farley, Thelma Farley, John Farley, William Farley (Karen), and Brenda Muhammad; her aunt, Nora Johnson; and a host of loving cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.
Dorothy will be remembered for her warm heart, love of family, beautiful spirit, and the many memories she created with those who were blessed to know and love her. She will be deeply missed.
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VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 12:00pm - 1:00pm on Friday, September 4, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE
A service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, September 4th, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
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Bryanna Torlai-Rose
October 2, 1981 - November 15, 2025
Bryanna was born on October 2, 1981. She would tell you that she was raised with love and tons of fun growing up. She loved dancing, swimming, and playing games. Her favorite destinations were oceans and lakes. As an adult, she liked to keep in shape by working out, but she really enjoyed lifting weights. After graduating from Chico State with a degree in Human Resources, Bryanna worked in banking, real estate, and sales.
Bryanna cherished her amazing husband Toby. With grace, and with tenacity, she showed her love and support to every family member and every friend.
Bryanna’s daughter and angel, Savannah (Savy), was born May 15, 2014. Savy was the focus of Bryanna’s life. Savy is an extremely medically complex special needs child. Caring for Savy was exhausting. Her dedication to Savy went above and beyond her emotional and physical capacity. Bryanna’s lack of sufficient sleep was chronic for over 11 years. Eventually Bryanna passed away from, simply put, a broken heart.
Bryanna is survived by her husband Toby Rose, daughter Savannah Lynn Rose, parents Livo and Linda Torlai, brother Pietro Torlai, sister-in-law Elle Torlai, nephew Dean Torlai, Grandfather Oliver Torlai, mother-in-law Tina Paoletti, brother-in-law Ty Rose, niece Riley Rose, grand niece Gianna Rose, and many cousins. Preceded in death by her beloved grandmothers, Shirley Torlai and Marian Renwick, grandfather Robert Renwick, her Uncles Nick, Marc, and Bob, and her Auntie Lynn.
Bryanna entered into the Lord’s presence on November 15, 2025. We will miss Bryanna and her loving spirit forever.
SERVICES
Bryanna’s funeral will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park, Vineyard Chapel, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 1:00 pm. A private burial will follow.
Manuel Chacon
1936–2025
Manuel Chacon, a loving father, devoted grandfather, sibling , uncle and beloved husband, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, at the age of 89. Born in Santiago, Chile, on October 18, 1936, Manuel led a long and fulfilling life marked by dedication to his family and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge. He is now joyfully reunited in heaven with his loving wife, Inelia Pino de-Chacon.
A Life of Dedication and Joy
Manuel began his long and respected career as an accountant in Chile, a profession in which he excelled with honesty and dedication.
Outside of work, Manuel's true joy lay in music and movement. He was an enthusiastic dancer who could effortlessly glide through both lively rock 'n' roll numbers and sophisticated tango rhythms. He loved to sing and was rarely without a challenging crossword puzzle or a piece of music playing. He instilled a spirit of fun and wisdom in his family, famously enjoying competitive rounds of chess with his children and grandchildren. His greatest passion was spending quality time with his family.
Manuel was best known for his kindness, caring heart, and profound sense of justice. He stood firmly for fairness and truth, always operating with honesty and integrity. His wisdom and thirst for knowledge were constant, embodied by his personal motto: "Never stop learning." He modeled this principle by always taking the time to research and read whenever he encountered a question. We are grateful for all the lessons learned from him we will cherish and continue his legacy. Until we meet again.
Family
Manuel is survived by his loving children, Veronica, Mauricio, and Gladys, and his eight devoted grandchildren: Claudio, Katie, Vanessa, Soraya, Mauricio Jr. Scarlett, Ivan, and Nadia. He is also survived by his siblings, Jaime, Alba, and Antonio.
Services
A Viewing and Rosary will be held, followed by a Funeral Mass, on Friday, November 28, 2025, beginning at 1:00 PM at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial, 14165 N. Beckman Rd., Lodi, CA.
Burial will follow immediately after the service at Cherokee Memorial Park.
Live Streaming Link
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Shirley Mieko Komatsu
May 22, 1931 - October 31, 2025
Shirley Mieko Komatsu of Lodi, California, passed away peacefully at the age of 94. She was born in Sacramento, California, to Eijiro and Hana Kinoshita.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Mitsugi Komatsu; her brother, Masayuki Kinoshita; and her sisters, Janet Misao Sugimoto, Eiko Nishimori, and Sadako Kinoshita. She is survived by her sons, Robert, Steven, and Gary (Jennifer) Komatsu; grandsons, Matthew (Erin), Caleb, and Jake Komatsu; bonus grandchildren, Andrue (Courtney) McElhaney, Arika Avila, Aaron Ulrich, and Kailee Avila; her brother, David (Naomi) Kinoshita; and many nieces and nephews. She is also remembered fondly by her extended Komatsu family, with whom she shared many cherished memories through the years.
Everyone who knew Shirley loved her. She was known as “everyone’s grandma” at her grandsons’ sporting events—always cheering on every child on the team as if they were her own. A lifelong sports fan, Shirley rarely missed a 49ers, Dodgers, or Warriors game, and she loved the friendly family banter that came with game days and holiday gatherings.
Professionally, Shirley worked in the insurance field for over 30 years, where she was known for her dedication to helping her clients and serving her community. She was also a long-standing and devoted member of the Lodi Buddhist Church, volunteering in the church office for many years.
Shirley will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her—especially her sons, with whom she shared a special bond and endless conversations (and debates) about sports. Her warmth, humor, and generous spirit will live on in the hearts of her family and friends.
No formal services will be held at this time. The family asks that in her memory, you take a moment to cheer a little louder at the next game, lend a hand to someone in need, or simply share kindness—the way Shirley always did.
Verne Richardson
May 13, 1929 – November 9, 2025
Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Verne Richardson, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, in Stockton, California, at the age of 96.
Verne was born on May 13, 1929, in Newark, New Jersey, and made Stockton her home for the past 65 years. She built a beautiful life here with her husband, Bill Richardson, who she now joins in heaven after 20 years apart. She was also preceded in death by her son, Alan Richardson, whose memory she carried close to her heart every single day.
She leaves behind her loving daughters, Linda Johnson and her husband Danny of Linden, and Cheryl Quilantang of Stockton; her cherished grandchildren Nick Quilantang, Jason Quilantang, Shannon Gale, and Matthew Johnson; and seven wonderful great-grandchildren who filled her heart with pride and joy.
Verne loved her family and friends deeply. If you sat down next to her, you were in for a good chat and probably a few laughs. She was a lifelong Oakland A’s fan, cheering her team through every season with unwavering loyalty. She found joy and peace in her garden, tending to her flowers and making things grow. She adored all things cats, never missed a nail appointment, and carried herself with a little sparkle wherever she went.
SERVICES
A celebration of Verne’s life will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Central Church of Christ in Stockton, California, where she was a devoted member for many years. Lunch will be served at the church immediately following the service. A private burial will take place afterward at Cherokee Memorial Cemetery in Lodi.
If you’d like to honor Verne’s memory, she would have loved for you to make a donation to Central Church of Christ in Stockton. For those who prefer a more traditional gesture, flowers may be sent to Cherokee Memorial.
Verne lived her life with love, laughter, and faith — always making time for her family, her friends, and a little bit of baseball. She will be missed more than words can say, but her warmth and spirit will stay with us forever.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to be serving the family of Verne Richardson.
Robert A. (Bud) Terry
January 18, 1926- October 31, 2025
Robert A. (Bud) Terry born January 18, 1926, in Porterville, CA, passed peacefully after suffering a stroke in Stockton, CA, on October 31, 2025, just a few months before his 100th birthday.
Bud spent his childhood in Soquel, CA and graduated from Santa Cruz High School in 1943. At 17 years old, with his parents’ permission, he joined the Army Air Corps during WWII and served on Okinawa as a tail gunner on a B-24 Liberator. After being honorably discharged, he returned home to his family who had moved to Woodbridge, CA. There he met Bonnie Miller whom he’d marry the following year. The couple celebrated 75 years of marriage before Bonnie’s passing in May, 2022.
Bud worked for Darwin Farms in Clements, managing ranch operations, transportation, and construction projects. After his retirement, he and Bonnie enjoyed their time traveling in their 5th wheel trailer. They enjoyed being camp hosts at several different locations over the years and spent some portion of each winter in Arizona to avoid the cold in Fiddletown, where they had settled in the 1980s. The country setting became a popular destination for family and friends and a playground for the grandchildren. After 20 years of foothills living, Bonnie and Bud moved back to Lodi, CA.
Bud was a life member of the Lodi Eagles #848 and twice served as the president. He was always willing to help others, and if a family member or a friend needed something repaired or built, he was their guy.
He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda & Larry Huiras and Sandy and Wayne Hammer, grandchildren and spouses, Justin & Katie Huiras, Sara & Mike Riordan, Matt & Jenn Huiras, and
Jeff & Lindsey Hammer, as well as eight great grandchildren.
If you wish to make a donation in Bud’s memory, consider WarriorFoundation.org or Hospice of San Joaquin.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the family of Robert A. (Bud) Terry.
Joyce Robbin
January 31, 1940 - November 6, 2025
Joyce Ann Robbins, 85, of Orangevale, CA passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the Blossom Vale Assisted Living facility. Joyce was born during a snowstorm in Elkhart IN to Earl and Doris (Greenberg) Robbins. She lived in Elkhart until age 3 when she went to live with her maternal grandparents in Centreville MI during World War II, while her father served in the Navy and her mother worked to help support the family. At the age of 9 she moved to Stockton CA with her parents, who hoped to find more opportunities than they had in the Midwest. She attended grade school and was confirmed in 8th grade at Trinity Lutheran in Stockton, where she became lifelong friends with Norma (Tietjen) Gesso, now of San Jose, CA. Joyce graduated with honors from Stagg High School in 1958, and then attended the University of the Pacific in Stockton, graduating in 1961 with a double major in English and French. A week after college graduation she became a Navy wife when she married Charles (Chuck) Kohler, and together they lived in various locations until they divorced in 1978, including San Diego and Monterey CA, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Naples Italy, Pollock Pines, and El Dorado, CA. She was later married to Roger (Rod) Roda from 1980-1988, and lived in Diamond Springs during that time. Later in life she also resided in Fair Oaks, Citrus Heights, and Orangevale, CA.
Joyce worked for many years in the real estate industry including as an escrow officer, real estate broker, and later in property management. In her free time she enjoyed gardening, genealogy, reading, and spending time with friends, family, and many beloved pets through the years. She loved to sing and was in church and community choirs for well over 50 years, starting as soon as she was confirmed after 8th grade. She had the "Robbins Wanderlust" that was passed down from her ancestors, and she thoroughly enjoyed travel of any kind; in her lifetime she visited all 50 states, as well as multiple European countries.
Joyce's faith also was of utmost importance to her, and she worshipped in Lutheran churches from coast to coast of the United States. She was a member of St Mark's Lutheran in Citrus Heights CA since the early 1980s, where she served in many different roles including various choir groups, altar guild, a volunteer in the school, serving in the Sunrise Pregnancy Counseling Center, and later as an active member of the Prime Timers group and the Joy of Living women's bible study group.
Joyce was predeceased in 1992 by former husband Charles Kohler; in 1996 by niece Amanda (Mandy) Robbins; in 1998 by former husband Roger (Rod) Roda; and in 2024 by brother James (Jim) Robbins. She is survived by son Andrew (Andy) Kohler of Fairbanks AK, daughter Martha Kohler of Fair Oaks CA, granddaughter Susanna (Suzy) Ewing also of Fair Oaks, and step-daughter Vivian (Viv) Roda Schultz of Dahlonega, GA. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
SERVICES
A Memorial service for Joyce will be held on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 2 pm at St Mark's Lutheran Church, Citrus Heights, with Pastor David Waterstradt officiating. Private interment will be held at a later date at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, CA.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St Mark's Lutheran Church (Citrus Heights), the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), or Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary in Sacramento.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the family of Joyce Robbins.
Shirley Ann Hindmarsh
February 6, 1937 – October 30, 2025
Shirley Ann Hindmarsh of Acampo, California entered eternal rest on October 30, 2025. She was married to the late Robert Lee Hindmarsh for fifty-six wonderful years until his passing in 2013. Together, they raised a son, Kenneth Lee Hindmarsh, who preceded her in death in 2023.
Born February 6, 1937, in Canton, Ohio, Shirley was a proud graduate of Lincoln High School, Class of 1955. Shirley devoted her life to her family and faith. She was an active and long-term member of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Lodi, where she found joy, fellowship, and purpose throughout the years. Shirley and her husband spent several years serving the community as proud members of the Lodi Police Department’s Partners Division.
She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Marisa Hindmarsh, her granddaughters, Ashley and Briana, and her great-grandchildren, Landon, Harper, Xander and Finley, all of whom brought her endless pride and happiness.
SERVICES
Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 18th at 11:30 a.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, CA at the Garden of Trees.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly request donations to be made to: www.dementiasociety.org.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the family of Shirley Ann Hindmarsh.
Stella May Dewey
July 18, 1930 – March 18, 2025
Stella Dewey was 94 years old when she went to be with the Lord on March 18th, 2025.
She was born in Haskell, Texas to Albert and Jewel Hale. She had two brothers, Albert D and Earl J. Stella met the love of her life, Barney Dewey in 1948 in Texas. The Marriage lasted 77 years with Stella and Barney settling and raising a family in California.
Shortly after marrying, Stella accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior. This altered the course of both Stella and Barney’s life in a significant way. She was by her husband’s side in ministry while pastoring and co-pastoring several churches in the Central Valley.
Stella has five children; Venus, Johnny, Linda, Diane, and Mary. Eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She was fondly known by her grandchildren as “old one”. Stella loved spending time with her family.
Services
Viewing will be held from 4pm to 7pm on Thursday, March 27, 2025 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 14165 N. Beckman Rd. Lodi, CA.
Funeral Services will be held at 1pm on Friday, March 28, 2025 in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Lodi, CA.
Please leave your condolences below.
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Rebecca Josephine Bittle Hale
December 14, 1940 - March 19, 2025
Rebecca (“Becky”) Josephine Bittle Hale passed away on March 19, 2025. She was born to the late James and Gertrude Bittle on December 14, 1940 in Anniston, Alabama. She graduated from Greenwood High School in Shreveport, Louisiana and was attending a business school for women when she met her future husband, Raymond (“Ray”) Hale. They married on March 28, 1959 in Marshall, Texas, at which time he was enlisted in the Air Force. While living at Bossier Base in Shreveport, Louisiana, she gave birth to their first son. While Ray was attending Northwestern University in Natchitoches, Louisiana, their second son was born. After college, they moved back to Shreveport where their third son was born.
In 1968, Becky and her family moved to Manteca, California following a job transfer opportunity for her husband Ray. In 1970, they moved to Stockton, California where she raised the boys and worked at Union Safe Deposit Bank. After raising the boys, she decided to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a registered nurse and entered San Joaquin Delta College’s Nursing Program in 1991. She graduated in 1993 at the age of 53 and worked as a nurse in various settings, including a private plastic surgery clinic, St. Joseph’s Medical Center, Valley Gardens Healthcare Rehabilitation, and Clearwater Healthcare Center. She retired from a career she loved after 31 years as a NOC shift nurse.
Becky enjoyed spending time with family, especially with her grandchildren. Her hobbies included crocheting blankets, puzzles, playing cards, and traveling with her family. She loved Hawaii and anything tropical, sweet treats, shopping, and watching crime dramas. Most of all, she was a generous and loving person, helping those in need and donating to various organizations.
Becky is predeceased by her father and mother (James and Gertrude), her sisters (Marie Tucker and Dolores Kelley), and her husband Ray. She is survived by her sons and their spouses Randy (Girlie) of Lodi, CA, John of Stockton, CA, and Steven (Julie) of Stamford, CT; and her grandchildren and their spouses Sean (Mary), Katelyn, Kristen, Sarah (Jeffrey Gilley), and Emily. She is also survived by several extended family members in Louisiana.
Services
A joint memorial service for both Rebecca and Ray will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park on Thursday, March 27, 2025 with viewing 9:00am - 10:30am, followed by graveside services beginning at 11:00am. Services will be followed by an open-house celebration of life at 28 Grand Fir Dr, Lodi, CA 95242.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Rebecca and Ray Hale to Shriners Hospital for Children.
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Hugo Bernabe Lubag, Jr
October 21, 1934 - March 17, 2025
Our beloved Tatay joined his creator on March 17, 2025 at the age of 90 in Stockton, California. Hugo Bernabe Lubag, Jr was a great husband, son, brother, father, lolo and friend to many. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Hugo Bernabe Lubag, Jr, fondly called Jun or Junior was born on Oct. 21, 1934 in Naic, Cavite, Philippines. He lived in Morong, Rizal, Philippines most of his years before moving to US.
He is survived by wife Esperanza, children Jonathan, Arthur, Melodee, Rommel, Ming, and Mahal, sons-in law Joel and Jeremy, daughters-in-law Aurora, Aileen and Isabelita, granddaughters-in-law Arlene, Aileen and Lorelie, grandson-in-law, Owen, grandchildren Marilag, Jonathan Jr, Jason, Ryan, Macy, Gabrielle, Helena, Reuben, Myron, May Therese, Mark, Matthew, Marvin, Miguel, Andrew, Makayla and Eliana, great grandchildren Leialani and Amerie, siblings Grace, Isaac, Samson and Deborrah.
He was predeceased by his father, Hugo Sr, his mother, Consolacion, his brothers Ruben, David, Julio, Severino, Angelo and sister Fulvia.
He was a Christian, a Rotarian, a business man, a musician, a boxing trainer, an art collector and an avid painter. He took delight in telling stories of his younger days, climbing the trees as they would hide from the Caviteno gangsters during his primary years, to wooing women in the dormitories, and evangelism travels with the missionaries, travel adventures with his friends as he would be exposed to different cultures in China, Japan, Malaysia and Belgium only naming a few. He would get a thrill in finding antiques and art collections. He was very keen in pleasing his wife, discovering rare orchid species. He enjoyed food like no other up to his last days requesting pata tim and tom yum along with shopping.
Services
A memorial to celebrate his life will be held at Cherokee Memorial 14165, Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA, USA on April 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM.
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Robert (Bob) Manuel Moreno Sr.
August 2, 1937 - March 23, 2025
Robert Moreno Sr, age 87 of Thornton, passed away Sunday, March 23,2025 at Adventist Health Lodi Memorial from complications to a fall.
Robert was born in Tucson, Arizona to Ruth Ramirez and Hermojenes Manuel. He was raised by his step father Andres Quijano. He worked in agriculture, attended various schools, one New Hope Elementary in Thornton, California. Robert would travel from California to Arizona during the off season. On February 1, 1960 he married Mary Varelas of Tucson, Arizona and brought her to California. They had a son and three daughters. He had his children baptized at St. Annes Catholic Church of Lodi, California. Married for 65 years.
He worked as a warehouseman for Tri Valley Growers (Cal Can) for 43 years in Thornton. He was a member of Thornton Volunteer Rural Fire Department, Member of Lodi Cycle Bowl, and volunteered his time with San Joaquin County Sheriff's Department STARS Program.
Robert’s hobbies were traveling all over the states, attending various Nascar Races, watching football and baseball games. Being active in family and community functions.
He is survived by his wife Mary V. Moreno of Thornton, CA, daughters Ana Castillo (David) of Galt, CA, Lena Straub (David) of Sugarpine, CA, Donna Beas (Ray) of Stockton, CA. Sisters Cecilia Hernandez (Jose) of Lodi, CA , and Edilia Herrera (Bob) of Thornton, CA. Seven Grandchildren and five Great Grandchildren.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents Ruth and Andres Quijano, brothers Ernest Ormsby, Guillermo Ormsby, Conrad Mendoza, granddaughter Alyssa Moriah Castillo, and son Robert Moreno Jr.
SERVICES
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 12:00 - 1:00 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home,Rosary, followed by Burial Cherokee Memorial Park 14165 Beckman Road/Harney Lane Lodi, CA 95240
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George John Mifsud
August 10, 1943 - July 22, 2024
George John Mifsud, 80, of Linden, CA, passed away on July 22, 2024. Born on August 10, 1943, in San Francisco, he was the beloved son of Maltese immigrant parents Angelo Mifsud and Mary Calleja Mifsud.
George's life was marked by his devotion to his family, his faith, and his community. He served in the US Army and was deployed to Vietnam in 1967. On May 31,1969, George married Joan Elizabeth Mansell. They eventually had a son and a daughter and built a loving family over the next 55 years.
George was an entrepreneur who owned and operated George Mifsud Trucking for over 20 years, a business he built from the ground up and loved seeing grow over time. He was a devoted member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and a longstanding member of the Linden Lions Club, where he cherished both the philanthropic work they did and the many friendships he formed over the years.
George's greatest joy in life was his four grandchildren, whom he adored and considered his “greatest achievement”. He also found immense pleasure in meticulous gardening, reading and took pride in his many woodworking projects along with other endeavors that involved building and creating.
He is survived by his wife, Joan Mifsud, their children, Christian and ShaNee Mifsud of Stockton, CA, and Ginelle Mifsud Daugherty of Fresno, CA, and his four grandchildren, Anastasia Mifsud, Rocco Mifsud, Hudson Daugherty, and Finn Daugherty. He is also survived by his five older sisters, Jenny Flood, Nan Mifsud, Lucy Romer, Rita Sinclair, and Maryann Mifsud, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
George was preceded in death by his parents Angelo and Mary Mifsud and two brothers Joseph and Edward Mifsud.
SERVICE
A rosary and funeral mass will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Linden on August 12, 2024, at 10:30 am. Following the service, a reception will be held at the Linden Lions Banquet Hall.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his name to Hospice of San Joaquin.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Mifsud family.