August 31, 1930 - June 11, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Weber family.
Donald Irvin
June 28th, 1960 - June 11th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Irvin family.
Visitation
A visitation will be held on Friday, June 15th, 2018, from 2:00pm to 8:00pm, at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
Service
Services will be held on Saturday, June 16th, 2018, at 1:00pm in the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
Sharon Grosey
February 9, 1945 - June 9, 2018 Cherokee memorial is honored to serve the Grosey family.
SERVICES
A graveside service will be held June 15, 2018 at 10:00a.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park located at Highway 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, CA.
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Jerry Isbell
March 29th, 1935 - June 9th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Isbell family.
Visitation
A visitation will be held on Friday, June 15th, 2018, from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi CA, 95240.
Services
There will be a graveside service on Friday, June 15th, 2018, at 2:00pm held in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
Marjorie Robinson
July 27, 1940 - June 9, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Robinson family.
Services
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday June 19, 2018 at 1:00pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA 95240.
Nicklas Granoski
March 4, 1937 - June 9, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Granoski family.
Services
A graveside service will be held on Thursday June 14, 2018 at 12:00pm located at Cherokee Memorial Park located at Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, CA 95240. 209-334-9613
Lloyd Katsuto Fujitani
January 1, 1917 - June 9, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Fujitani family.
Lloyd Katsuto Fujitani passed away peacefully on June 9, 2018, at the age of 101. He was born in Acampo, California on January 1, 1917 to Sekijiro and Kane Fujita
ni. Growing up in Acampo, Lloyd was a member
of the Swallow Patrol in Boy Scout Troop 28 and met all the requirements to become an Eagle Scout. Lloyd was a 1936 graduate of Lodi High school.
In 1942, Lloyd and his family were relocated to an internment camp in Rohwer, Arkansas where Lloyd worked preparing food in the mess hall. In 1943, Lloyd enlisted in the US Army and became a member of Company I of the 442nd Regimental Combat team.
After being discharged from the Army, Lloyd returned to Acampo and worked as a farmer and as a pump mechanic for the Clancy Well Drilling company. In 1959, Lloyd was hired as the first Asian to work for General Mills in its Lodi plant. He continued working for General Mills until his retirement in 1984.
Lloyd’s hobbies included hunting fowl, pheasant and doves, and watching Lodi High and Tokay High sporting events. Weekends during the summer were usually spent w
ith his buddy Mauch Yamashita and watching Mauch coach Lodi’s Japanese American Citizen’s League baseball team when they played both in Lodi and on the road. He also enjoyed visiting local flea markets and eating. His favorite foods included hot dogs (especially Costco and Casper hot dogs), watermelon and ice cream.
Lloyd is survived by his sister Myrtle Fujitani, his nephews Wesley (Gayle) Fujitani and Paul (Lynne) Fujitani, his grandnephews Corey Fujitani and Gregory Fujitani and his grandnieces Stacy Fujitani and Wendy Fujitani. He is predeceased by his parents, Sekijiro and Kane Fujitani, two older brothers who died in infancy, his younger brother, Eddie Fujitani and his former wife of 29 years, Bea Fujitani.
Lloyd’s family would like to thank the staff at Ashley Place and the staff at Vienna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for taking care of Lloyd these past years. Your kindness, patience and care are appreciated.
Services
Funeral service to be held Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 3:00 pm at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, Ca. Interment will be private at Lodi Memorial Cemetery.
Donations in memory of Lloyd may be sent to American Legion Post 22, 320 North Washington Street, Lodi, Ca, 95240 or to the charity of your choice. Please sign the guestbook at www.cherokeememorial.com.
Dorris Burch
April 3, 1936 - June 8, 2018
Dorris Burch passed away June 8, 2018. She was born in North Dakota in April 3, 1936.
She is survived by her loving husband Al Burch, her children Mark Burch, Dale Burch, April Palmer and her husband Tim, Ron Burch and his wife Merry; grandkids Brad Burch, Tammy Burch Hahs, Jen Burch, Derek Burch, Drake Burch, Lorelei Burch, Danielle Bu8rch, Kyle Palmer and Courtney Palmer, and she has 6 great grandkids.
Dorris retired from City of San Jose tree division. She will be remembered for her outspoken and fiery personality and her love for her family.
Her last years were a struggle with health problems and dementia. We are so glad she is at peace now.
Services
For family and friends, Funeral Service will be held Saturday June 16, 2018 at 10am in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park. Reception to follow at Pietro’s Restaurant in Lodi.
Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of San Joaquin.
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Hideo Shimizu
November 17, 1929 - June 7, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Shimizu family.
Charles Patton
December 22, 1935 - June 7, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Patton family.
VISITATION
Visitation will be held Friday June 15, 2018 from 9:00am - 10:00am for the family and from 10:00am to 12:00pm for the public at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA.
SERVICE
Memorial service will be held Friday June 15, 2018 at 1:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA.
Hideo Hazama
August 24th, 1925 - June 6th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hazama family.
Albert Fong
July 24, 1927 - June 6, 2018
Albert Fong passed away peacefully on June 6, 2018, and joined his beloved wife, Mabel, in Heaven.
Albert was born on July 24, 1927, in Stockton, California, to Gew Ngoy and Ah Hay Fong. He lived in China for seven years and returned to Stockton to complete his high school education at Stockton High School. After high school, Al enlisted and served two years in the United States Navy in Japan during World War II as an Electrician's Mate 3rd Class. Once he arrived back in the U.S., he relocated to San Francisco to attend and graduate from San Francisco City College. He then met his future wife, Mabel, at church. They were married in San Francisco on June 17, 1951, and moved to Stockton to start a family. Douglas, their son, was born shortly after and their daughter, Joanne, arrived eight years later.
Al was a knowledgeable handyman. He single-handedly built a large addition to the family home to provide comfort and space for his growing family. Al had a successful 35-year career with the United States Postal Service where he served as the first Chinese Postal Operations Analyst in Stockton. After retiring at age 55, he found his passion for running. Al ran his first race at the age of 79. He was able to continue running into his early 80's and ran over 1,000 miles each year. During his runs, he visited with many neighbors and strangers alike. Al was also a gifted writer. He wrote an autobiography containing many fascinating stories throughout his years. His imaginative and creative descriptions of major events in his life continue to captivate the spirit of the man he was. Al was a devoted family man who was extremely dedicated to his parents and family. He was a hard-working and honest person who earned the respect of his peers. Al will be greatly missed by his loving family.
Al is preceded in death by his wife, Mabel, his mother, father, and sister, Annie Louie. He is survived by his son, Dr. Douglas (Marcella) Fong of Stockton, daughter, Joanne (Steve) Lee of Mercer Island, Washington, grandchildren, Lisa (Chris) Wheeler of Stockton, Brian (Chan) Fong of Elk Grove, Katie and Cameron Lee of Mercer Island, Washington, great-grandchildren, Michael, Timmy, and Kelly Wheeler, all from Stockton, Benjamin Fong of Elk Grove, sisters, Alice Louie of Benicia and Dorothy Chin of Sacramento, along with many nieces and nephews.
Al's family is extremely grateful to all the staff at Atria Bayside Landing for their unwavering and loving care. They also thank Optimal Hospice for their compassionate support and care. A private family service including full military honors will be held in honor of Al. Visitation will take place at The Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home located at 14165 N. Beckman Road in Lodi, California, on Saturday, June 30, 2018, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations on Al's behalf can be made to Optimal Hospice or charity of choice.
SERVICE
A private interment will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Fong family.
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Amparo Barrera
September 24, 1929 - June 6, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Barrera family.
Service
Services will be held on Monday June 18, 2018 at 10:00am located in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA 95240.
William James Relf
October 1st, 1930 - June 5th, 2018
William James Relf, widowed, age 87, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 5, 2018. He was a mechanical engineer for 60 years. He is survived by his brother Robert Relf and family, sons Russell (Michellle Relf), Charles (Lydia Relf). Dad enjoyed singing with the Stockton Portsmen Chorus - Barber Shop. He was also an active member of many local clubs and associations in Stockton, i.e. Rotory, Engineers Club, Lions, etc.
He will truly be missed. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the wonderful Hospice of San Joaquin County.
SERVICE
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 1:30pm at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA.
William Relf
October 1, 1930 - June 5, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Relf family.
Sam Terzo
May 12th, 1933 - June 5th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Terzo family.
Dr. Sam Terzo passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 85.
He was a devoted and caring husband of 55 years to his wife, Elizabeth. Known for his diverse lifelong quest for learning, he went on to complete several advanced degrees and working for Stockton Unified School District for 25 years as a speech pathologist. He was also known as a health nut with a big sweet tooth. He loved animals of all kinds, from baby chicks to his Labrador retrievers. His family and grandchildren especially also remember how much he liked to make silly faces, noises and crack jokes with them.
He is survived by his caring wife Elizabeth; his three children Tracie, Todd, and Laurie; and his eight grandchildren Michael, Anthony, Angel, Taylor, Braydon, Jayda, Kade, and Sol. He is also survived by his two brothers and sister and many nieces and nephews; his brother- and sister-in-law Bob and Jan and niece/nephew, Robyn and Brent. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kellie.
In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the wonderful Bristol Hospice Foundation at 2140 Professional Drive, Suite #210, Roseville, CA 95661.
Services
A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 11th, 2018, at 1:00pm, in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
An inurnment will take place on Thursday, June 14th, 2018, at 9:30am, in the Sierra View Mausoleum of Chapel of Flowers, located in Cherokee Memorial Park.
Peter Piccardo
December 23rd, 1927 - June 5th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Piccardo family.
Dan Drullard
October 19th, 1927 - June 4th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Drullard family.
Visitation
There will be a visitation on Monday, June 11th, 2018, from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
Services
Services will be held on Tuesday, June 12th, 2018, at 11:00am, at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park.
From there, services will conclude at Stockton Rural Cemetery, located at 2350 Cemetery Lane, Stockton CA, 95204. (209) 465-5213.
Gregorio Cadena
May 7, 1926 - June 3, 2018
Gregorio R. Cadena was born on May 7, 1926 to Salome and Maria Cadena of Mexico and entered his final rest on June 3, 2018 in the comfort of his home. He is survived by his life companion Margarita Valenzuela of Stockton, CA, daughter Eva Cadena of Pittsburgh, CA, daughter Beatrice Peña of Tracy,CA, son Luis Cadena of Chula Vista, CA and son Christopher Cadena of Delhi, CA. He is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. George is preceded in death by both of his parents and son Roberto Cadena of Stockton, CA.
VISITATION
Visitation will be held on Wednesday June 6, 2018 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm at the Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home at 831 E. Industrial Way, Lodi, CA. 95240.
SERVICES
The Rosary will be held on Wednesday June 6, 2018 at 6:00pm at the Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home at 831 E. Industrial Way, Lodi, CA. 95240.
Graveside services will be held on June 7, 2018 at 12:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
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Donna Marguerite Tomlinson
May 25, 1932 - June 3, 2018
Donna Marguerite Tomlinson, 86 died on Sunday, June 3rd 2018 lovingly surrounded by members of her family.
Born in Denver, Colorado to Frank and Elaine Edmondson, she moved to Stockton with her husband Leo Tomlinson in 1955 where they raised their four children. An accomplished homemaker she took her role of Wife and Mother to heart. She enjoyed decorating, crafting, crocheting, sewing, baking and bird watching. She also especially loved to play board games with the grandkids. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren could always elicit a laugh and a smile.
Donna is survived by her children Linda Blackman, Ed Tomlinson (and wife Kathy Tomlinson) of Stockton, California and Leslie Hoffer of Pueblo, Colorado.
Grandchildren (by age) include Laurel Blackman, Shelley Spessard, Melissa Hoffer, Nina Hull and Amy Hoffer. Great grandchildren are Nicholas Spessard, Michael Spessard, Lilyana Hoffer, Sydney Sovereign, Timothy Sovereign, Sophie McIntosh, Joshua Conway, Emberlyn Conway, Callie Hull, Vivien Hoffer and baby Walter Sovereign.
Other surviving family members and friends include her sister Lora Meidinger, as well as, Ken White, Nick Spessard, and Patrick Sovereign.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Leo J. Tomlinson and son Jarret W. Tomlinson.
She was a woman of great strength, determination and fortitude. Her motto was “Any job worth doing is worth doing well.” She gave the best she had every day. She did her job well and she will be greatly missed by all of us.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin.