February 26, 1931 - October 24, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Coulson family.
Leon P. Wahler
Leon P. Wahler passed away on October 24, 2017 in Stockton at the age of 91. Leon was born August 11, 1926 in Freeport, IL. He served his country honorably in the Army Medical Corps on a hospital train during WWII. He attended Chico State, UOP, and the University of Texas. He sold Real Estate, was co-founder of Pacific Research and Development Co., was a general contractor and owned Delta Solar. He enjoyed the outdoors and family vacations to Canada.
Leon is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Bernice Wahler; son Karl Wahler; and daughter Kim Wahler.
He was preceded in death by his parents Philip L. and Margaret W. Wahler, and a brother Dale E. Wahler.
He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
“Until we meet again” – your loving family
Troy Bristow
March 30, 1945 - October 24, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bristow family.
SERVICES
A graveside service for Troy Bristow will be held Monday, November 6 at 1:00 p.m at Cherokee Memorial Park, Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi.
Gustav Bjorkquist
August 25, 1921 - October 23, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bjorkquist family.
Teddy Warren
February 5, 1943 - October 23, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Warren family.
Charles “Chuck” Barnard
May 2, 1928 - October 23, 2017
On October 23, 2017 Charles “Chuck” Barnard passed away peacefully at home after a brief battle with cancer.
Chuck was born in Glendale, CA, to Malcolm Bower and Goldie Martha Barnard and developed an early interest in drawing, aviation and music. Graduating from Glendale High School (1946) he majored in art at Glendale College and the Art Center in Los Angeles, was drafted into the Army (1948) and trained with the 4th Infantry Div. at Ft.Ord, CA. Following Basic Training, Chuck was shipped overseas and served as an MP on the island of Okinawa with the 524th MP Detachment. Released into the inactive reserves (Dec. 1949), he returned home and began dating Eleanor Jean Heacox, recently arrived with her family from Pennsylvania. In Sept. 1950, war erupted in Korea and he was re-called to active duty. The couple embarked on a long-distance ‘courtship-by-mail’ until he was finally discharged on November 22, 1951, and they married Dec. 15, 1951. Chuck worked as a photographer/ graphic designer for a publishing firm and “Ellie” brought three beautiful children into their lives. In 1957 the family moved to Stockton where he began to produce award-winning posters for Scott Bros., among them those for College of the Pacific and later, U.O.P. A fourth child was born in 1963 and in 1965 he moved to Ad Art, Inc., where for three decades he created electrical sign designs for the Las Vegas resort market and was named V.P.-Executive Art Director for the firm. In 1993 he authored the book, “The Magic Sign”--The Electric Art/Architecture of Las Vegas. Four notable designs of his creation include the “Vegas Vickie” Glitter Gulch sign, the Stratosphere Tower (both in Las Vegas), The Reno Arch for the City of Reno and the Superdome sign in New Orleans. As a fine artist, he received awards in both national and international exhibitions and in 2003 was awarded “Signature Membership” in the American Watercolor Society. Chuck enjoyed Dixieland jazz, was a regular contributor to the Record’s Opinion Page and in 2013 authored the fictional novel, “Cataclysm”. His greatest joys were his devoted wife Ellie and beloved family, the many cross-country trips they all made together and the painting expeditions to the north coast which the couple enjoyed in retirement. A person of faith, Chuck believed he was, of all men, most blessed.
On July 18, 2015, Ellie, his wife of 63 years, passed away quietly after ten years with Alzheimer’s. He is survived by daughter Sharon Barnard, sons Clark (and wife Dana), Jeffrey (and wife Nimol) and Charles K. Barnard (and wife Kim); grandchildren Tobi Ferdan (and husband Robert), Ryan Barnard and Ashley Echiaverria (husband David), great-granddaughters, Autumn, Zoey and Emma Echiaverria, and Aryana Barnard; brother Dr.Tom Barnard (and wife Madelyn) of Oklahoma City, Sister-in-law Dorothy Edminster (and husband Albert) of San Luis Obispo, niece Paloma Amabisca (and husband Tom) of Eugene, Oregon, and nephews Stephen Douglas of Portland and Robert Edminster of Lake Tahoe.
SERVICES
Funeral Services for Charles Barnard will be held Saturday November 4th, at 11:00 am in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park.
Joyce M. Ward
April 24, 1934 – October 22, 2017
Joyce M. Ward passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on October 22, 2017 after a short illness in Lodi, CA. Originally from Claypool, AZ, Joyce was the daughter of John & Minnie Maslovar. After leaving Claypool for the big city of San Francisco, she met and married her husband of 63 years, Edward V. Ward.
Together they raised five (5) children; Kristi (Jerry) Clark of Ione, Kathleen (Gregory) Rubens, San Carlos, Patricia (Timothy) Wright, Foster City, Edward (Traci) Ward, II, San Jose, and Clinton (Jacqueline), Redwood City. They were long time residence of San Mateo where Joyce worked at Mills-Peninsula Hospitals until her retirement in 1999. Attended St. Bartholomew’s Catholic Church, was head room mother at St. Bartholomew’s Catholic School, and often volunteered for San Mateo County election board as an election official. After retirement, the couple moved to Lincoln, CA where she enjoyed spending time on the family ranch and gardening.
Joyce also loved spending time with her 11 grandchildren, Meghann, Joseph, Nicholas, Matthew, Patrick, Emily, Ethan, Mikey, Jack, John, & George along with her 5 great-grandchildren, Nataleigh, Betty, Lucas, Walker, & Dean.
VISITATION
Visitation will be on Saturday, October 28, 2017 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd. Lodi, CA.
INTERMENT
Following visitation, private burial and Catholic blessing will be held at 2:00 pm in the Garden of the Holy Family.
John D. Mercer Sr.
John D. Mercer Sr. passed away on October 20, 2017 in Lodi at the age of 75. John was born on August 31, 1942 in Newark, O. He worked for 30 years as a maintenance mechanic at the Del Monte Cannery.
He is survived by his sons John D. Mercer Jr, and David J. Mercer (Laura); grandchildren: Tori Ochoa, Nathan Mercer, Annalese Mercer, David Blake Mercer; brother Michael Mercer (Charlotte); sisters: Myrna Bailey, Julia McCullough, and Priscilla Price; and numerous niece s and nephews.
His parents Verda Jane Worthington and Richard Ross Mercer precede him in death.
VISITATION
Visitation will take place from 2-6 PM on Sunday, October 29, 2017 at the Vineyard Chapel 14165 N. Beckman Rd. Lodi.
Funeral services will take place on Monday, October 30, 2017 at the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at E. Harney Lane , Lodi.
Edward Parker
December 15, 1937 - October 19, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Parker family.
INTERMENT
A private interment will be held at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery.
Darlene Roberds
November 28, 1942 - October 19, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Roberds family.
SERVICES
A Graveside service for Darlene Roberds will be held Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 1:00 pm at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi CA.
Janet L. Neca
September 9, 1955 - October 18, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral is honored to serve the Neca family.
Anthony M. Neca
October 17, 1943 - October 18, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Neca family.
Anthony and Janet Neca
October 17, 1943 - October 18, 2017 & September 9, 1955 - October 18, 2017
With heavy and broken hearts we sadly announce that Anthony (Tony) Neca along with his loving wife Janet Pope Neca passed away together on October 18, 2017.
They leave behind their family; Daughter Rheannon, her husband Curtis and granddaughter Brooklyn Leigh; Janet’s father Arlin Keathley; Sister Debbie, husband Don; Sister Annette, husband William. Brother Thomas; David Neca and grandson Tyler Neca.
SERVICES
Celebration of Life at Cherokee Memorial 14165 North Beckman Road, Lodi Ca 95240. November 18, 2017 at 2:30pm
Delores Shipman
March 8, 1935 - October 18, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Shipman family.
Carissa Tith
October 18, 2017 - October 18, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Tith family.
SERVICES
A Funeral Service for Carissa Tith will be held Wednesday, October 25, at 10:00 am at Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi CA.
Witness of Cremation to follow service.
Lisa Kimball
July 17, 1934 - October 18, 2017
Lisa Kimball leaves behind her family: Husband Larry Kimball, Daughter Yvonne DeSena Las Vegas NV, Son Odis Smith Port Charlotte FL, Daughter Connie Haines Escalon CA, Grand Daughter Jennifer Kartler Las Vegas NV, Grand Son Anthony DeSena Castaic CA, Grand Son Patrick Smith Marshall TX.
Lisa volunteered with the Stockton Police Department VIPS program, San Joaquin County Sheriffs Department STARS program as a crew member on the Bus named MAX, and volunteered with the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet program rising to the Rank of Lieutenant.
Barbara Mayes
November 17, 1941 - October 17, 2017
Barbara Ann Mayes, 75, of Stockton, passed away October 17, 2017. Born in Nashua, Minnesota on November 17, 1941, Barbara was a Principal’s Secretary for the Lodi Unified School District for 27 years. She is preceded in passing by her husband of 42 years, Howard. Barbara will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her family.
Barbara leaves behind her 3 sons, 8 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to Comfort Care Hospice.
VISITATION
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2017 from 4-8pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, California.
SERVICES
Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 1pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi.
FINAL RESTING PLACE
Barbara will be laid to rest at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, California immediately following her Funeral Services.
Ruth Ann Mize
October 10, 1944 - October 17, 2017
Ruth was born in Long Branch, New Jersey to Leslie and Norma Macinnes. She attended grade schools in Boston, MA and Coalinga, CA. She graduated from Tracy Joint Union High School in 1962, New England Baptist Hospital School of Nursing earning her R.N. and the University California, Stanislaus and earned a BSN.
She worked and a number of different places; Tracy Hospital, Dameron Hospital, Dr. Cunningham’s office and at General Mills, Inc.
She is survived by her husband; James Earl Mize; son Richard James Mize (Lisa) and their children Hannah Faith, Cody James Richard, Annalisa Nicole, Ricky, Nick, and Ryan; daughter Lynette Nicole Mize (Mike Doonan); preceded in death by her parents.
VISITATION
Visitation For Ruth Ann Mize will be held Monday, October 23 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi CA.
SERVICES
A funeral service is scheduled for Tuesday, October 24 at 1:00 pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi CA.
INTERMENT
Interment will be private.
John Trovinger
January 11, 1926 - October 17, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Trovinger family.
SERVICES
A funeral service for John Trovinger will be held Tuesday, October 23 at 10:00 am in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memrial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi CA.
Kuldip Singh Shergill
November 8, 1979 - October 15, 2017 Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Shergill family.
VISITATIONS
Visitation for Kuldip Singh Shergill will be held:
Monday, October 23, 2017 from 11:00 am to 4:30 pm at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi CA.
Friday, October 27, 2017 from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi CA.
SERVICES
A funeral service for Kuldip Singh Shergill is scheduled for Sunday, October 29 at 11:00 am in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi CA.
Witness of cremation to follow funeral services.