JE Cates

J.E. Cates was born to Maebelle and William Cates on February 5, 1936 in Dennard, Arkansas. He attended Franklin High School and went on to pursue a career in welding. He retired with his wife Helen in Stockton California where he watched his grandchildren grow into the people they are today. He is survived by his children Jay Edward Cates, Billy Ray Cates (Irene), and Lori Cates Ortega (Rob); his brother Eugene Cates and sisters Betty Buttler and Peggy Perasso; and his 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Helen Virginia Cates and grandson Cameron Tyler Ortega.

VISITATION

No Visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, September 25, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240. Family gathering immediately following; Oak Grove Park.

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Hector Martinez

VISITATION A Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

A Service will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Alice Reza Vasquez, of Stockton, passed away August 31, 2015, at the age of 91. She was born on August 15, 1924, in Phoenix, Arizona Alice Vasquezto Facundo and Josefa Gradillas Reza.She is surived by her daughters: Irene Haro (Trinidad) of Lodi, Beatrice Richard of Lodi, and Victoria Rideout (John) of Roseburg, OR; 14 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, 13 Great-great grandchildren; and sisters Jessie Pena and Irene Montez. She was preceded in death by her husband Rogelio Vasquez, daughter Elisa Sherman, and her son Richard Abreu.

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VISITATION

A Visitation will be held on Friday, September 4, 2015 at 9:15 a.m. (Prior to the Funeral Service) at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 4, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

Eleanor Kuwaye

Eleanor Kuwaye passed away on August 31, 2015 at the age of 81. Eleanor was born December 3, 1933, in Maulua, North Hilo, HI. She lived in Stockton, CA for over 20 years and worked as a food service worker until retiring in 2004. Eleanor loved shopping, traveling and spending time with the family.Survivors include her four children, Darryl (Nancy) Kuwaye, Karen Peters, Lori-Ann (Paul) Johnson, and Cindy (Bob) Udermann, and 11 grandchildren. Eleanor was preceded in death by Edmund Kuwaye, her husband of 63 years.

Eleanor was the kind of mother and wife that always provided her family with love and support, great food and common sense that gave her children the tools and work ethic they all have today. She will be dearly missed but will now finally be with Daddy.

 

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VISITATION

No Visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 9, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel , Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

Dorothy Mitchell

VISITATION A Visitation will be held on Friday, September 11, 2015 From 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

A Service will be held on Friday, September 11, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

A Graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park.

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Karen Frances (Bowling) King

Karen KingKaren Frances (Bowling) King was called home to the Lord on August 29, 2015 in Stockton, CA. Karen was born in Stockton at San Joaquin General on February 23, 1952 to John and Jimmie Bowling. She grew up in the Stockton and Manteca area, attending high school in Manteca. Karen worked for many years as a retail sales person but also enjoyed her time as a homemaker caring for her family. She enjoyed going to church and loved spending time with her family. Karen also loved her candy and dogs.  

Karen was preceded in death by her best friend Beverly Collins. She leaves behind her parents, John and Jimmie Bowling, children: Raymond Downes and Kelly King, grandchildren: Chad, Raymond, Tabitha, and Benjamin Downes and her brother Carl Bowling. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

 

Memorial Contributions may be made to may be made in Karen’s name to Saint Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or the American Cancer Society.

VISITATION

No Visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 3, 2015  at 1:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Ruben C. Rodriguez

Ruben RodriguezRuben C. Rodriguez, 92, passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side at his home in Fresno, CA, on August 17, 2015.Ruben was born March 4, 1923 in Sanger, CA. Ruben is survived by his wife Margaret of 70 years, his daughter Gloria Ortega and husband Richard of Stockton, son John Rodriguez and wife Geri of Fresno, daughter Teresa Delgado and husband Reyes of Fresno, daughter Angie Gong and husband Ken of Fresno, daughter Lucy Hardin and husband Richard of Stockton, daughter Maryann Lemos and husband Billy of Stockton, daughter Debbie Foley and husband Pat of New York, daughter Joanne Ferrington and husband Cliff of Redding and son Jeffrey Rodriguez and wife Adriana of Stockton.

 

Ruben’s legacy also leaves behind 34 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Ruben lived the majority of his adult life in Stockton, California, living his last 27 years in Fresno, California.

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VISITATION

A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

A Rosary will be held on Wednesday Evening, August 26, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2015  at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 5882 N. Ashley Lane, Stockton, CA.

Jeffrey Kesinger

Jeffrey Meade Kesinger, 58, passed away August 17, 2015. Jeff was born on June 1, 1957 in Alton, Illinois to Robert and Margaret Kesinger. He has worked as a Glazier for 35 years and at Livermore Glass for the past 18 years. Jeff loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Jeff was preceded in death by his Father Robert Kesinger. He leaves behind his loving wife of 23 years ,Cheryl Kesinger of Manteca, together they had 4 daughters: Janine (Victor), Lucinda (T.J.), Stephanie, and Melanie (Jerry), as well as his prides of joy, his 7 grandchildren: Desiree, Damian, Gene, Lexi, Colin, Arianaa, Kailana, and soon to come Isabella. Jeff will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

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VISITATION

No Visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Celebration Of  Life will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.