March 17, 1933 - July 3, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Piombo family.
Services
An inurnment will be held on Friday, July 20th, 2018, at 10:30am, in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
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August 31st, 1943 - July 2nd, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Kawada family.
Mr. Eugene Noboru Kawada, of Stockton, California, born on August 31, 1943 in Newell (Tule Lake), California, to the late Shizue Kawada and the late Masao Kawada, passed away at age 74 on July 2, 2018. He was preceded in death by his sister, Carol Yamakoshi. Eugene is survived by his wife, Patricia, sons, Kevin (Wendy) and Jason (Tien); brother, Jon (Julia); sister, Nancy Shimasaki; and grandchildren, Aubrey, Keiran, and Alexandra.
Eugene graduated from Edison High School in 1961 and San Jose St. College in 1969 with a BS in Accounting. From 1965 to 1971, Eugene served in the Army National Guard. He worked at Kyser Farms for many years as an accountant.
Eugene married the love of his life Patricia Hayame in 1971. The two met at a bowling alley in 1967 after Patty was introduced to Gene by her brother, Arthur. They were married for 47 years. Gene was a competitive bowler for many years, often taking the family on trips out of town to compete. He had a passion for cars. Among his favorites were his PT Cruiser and Chevy El Camino. On his down time, he liked to play sudoku and complete puzzles. Gene touched the lives of many as a Football and Track and Field coach at Lincoln High School. He was a great Dad who his sons admire, love and respect very much.
The Family will hold a celebration of life on Saturday, July 28, 2018.
Eugene will be inurned at Cherokee Memorial Park located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA.
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December 8, 1937 - July 2, 2018
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Pementil family.
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April 21, 1948 - July 2, 2018
SERVICE:
There will be a memorial service on Friday July 13, 2018 at 10:00am at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Brown family.
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October 24, 1961 - July 1, 2018
Ronald Dean Slate Jr. was born on October 24, 1961 in Orange County, CA and was called home to Jesus on Sunday, July 1, 2018. He moved to Lodi in the 8th grade and attended St. Peter Lutheran School. In 1980 he graduated from Lodi High School, and then received his AA from Delta Junior College. Ron owned his own window washing business, loved all his customers, he was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church, and had numerous hobbies. His greatest joys were his family, especially his nieces and nephews, and helping others however, whenever, and whatever they needed. He was always eager to go fishing with his two uncles, of course his nieces and nephews, and was also always up to improving his shooting skills at the indoor or outdoor ranges. He was greeted at heaven's gates by his father, Ron Slate Sr., his sister Renee Slate, his brother-in-law Marc Boriack and all of his grandparents. He will be greatly missed by his mother, Mary Slate, his sister Robin Boriack, his brother Ryan Slate and his sister-in-law Susan Slate. He was so close and always eager to do anything with his nephews Andrew Slate and Steven Boriack and his nieces Tina Brodston, Emily Reisinger, Elizabeth Milbauer and Melanie Slate. He also is survived by his great niece Isabella Schiaffino, and his great nephews Logan and Elliot Milbauer. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to St. Peter Lutheran School or ChallengeFailure.org
VISITATION
Visitation will be held Thursday July 5, 2018 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm at the Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home at 831 E. Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
A celebration of life services will be held at St. Peter Lutheran Church (2400 Oxford Way, Lodi CA) on Friday, July 6th at 11:00am.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Slate family.
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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Slate family.
June 14, 1958 - June 28, 2018
SERVICE
There will be a graveside service Thursday, July 5, 2018 at 1:00pm, at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Hwy 99 at Harney Lane, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA, 95240.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Elkins family.
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November 15, 1954 - June 27, 2018 SERVICE
Services will be held on Sunday, July 8th, 2018, at 11:00am in the Vineyard Chapel located in Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240. A witness cremation will follow at 1:00pm.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Sharma family.
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March 11, 1945 - June 27, 2018
Tom Yearicks of Lodi was born on Mar.11, 1945 in Stockton, Ca. He graduated from Stagg High School. Tom was employed as a Machinist at Super Mold, Black Welders, and Pacific Coast Producers. While working, Tom helped in the Vietnam War effort by making tools to make retread tires for transfer planes carrying supplies. He also made parts for the Alaska Pipeline. At 37, Tom asked Debra, the love of his life, to marry. They were married for 35 wonderful years. Tom was Debra's angel from above. He was an awesome husband filled with love, caring, patience and kindness. He enjoyed hiking, biking, backpacking and traveling. Tom is survived by his loving wife, Debra, and his half-brother Harrison Terry, Brother-in-law Dennis Seibel (Joanne) and nephews Steve Seibel (Laurie), Kim Seibel (Jill), Brandon Seibel (Tricia), Dustin Seibel (Mattie), Ryan Seibel (Amanda). He is preceded in death by his parents Harry and Ruth Yearicks and sister Beverly Lawson.
VISITATION Viewing will take place on Tuesday, July 3,2018 from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park 14165 N. Beckman Rd. Lodi, CA. 95240
SERVICE
Graveside service will follow at 2:30 pm at Cherokee Memorial Park at Harney Lane at Hwy 99, Lodi, CA 95240
Refreshments will follow at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 730 S Fairmont Ave, Lodi, CA 95240.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Yearicks family.
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February 3, 1925 -June 24, 2018
VISITATION
Visitation will be held on Thursday July 5, 2018 from 10:00am to 8:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
Service will be held on Friday July 6, 2018 at 9:00am in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Tran family.
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June 22,1933 - June 23, 2018
Kenneth Edward McDaniel, 85, of Lodi, died June 23, 2018 in Davis, California. He was born June 22, 1933 in Wetmore, Kansas. He joined the Navy after graduation from high school, which brought him to California where he established homes in San Francisco, Southern California, and Lodi. Mr. McDaniel put himself through college on the GI Bill following his discharge from the Navy. He married Donis (Mayer) McDaniel in 1954. He attended Heald Engineering College in San Francisco earning a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering. Ken worked for the California Department of Transportation (later called Cal Trans) from 1959- 1995 as a Senior Electrical Engineer, and from 1995-2001 as a Retired Annuitant. Upon retirement, Ken and his wife, Donis, traveled extensively and enjoyed annual vacations in Hawaii. Ken excelled in woodworking and home improvement projects. After the death of Donis, Ken continued to travel with his daughters, cheer on his San Francisco Giants, and stop to play with any dog that crossed his path. Mr. McDaniel is survived by his two daughters: Sharon Parsons of Lodi and Gayelynn Gerhart of Woodland; as well as his sister, Brenda Mee, of Seneca, Kansas.
SERVICE
A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, July 6, 2018 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
May 30, 1940 - June 22, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Allison family.
August 29, 1926 - June 22, 2018
Don Burns passed away peacefully on June 22, 2018 at the age of 91. Don was born on August 29, 1926 to Bernard & Theresa Burns in Queens, New York. Don proudly served in the US Marine Corps during WWII. He moved to California in 1948 and began working for Pacific Bell as a lineman. He was later promoted to foreman & retired after 40 years of service. Don married the love of his life, Jane Burns, on May 1, 1954 and they were happily married for sixty-four years. Don was an avid sports fan from coaching his son's baseball team to never missing a grandchild's game to watching the Yankees every time they were on TV. He was extremely proud of his family, his Irish heritage, his service in the Marine Corps and his work with Pacific Bell. He lived a full and happy life. Don is survived by his loving wife, Jane, his son, Terry and his six grandchildren, Brianne, Ryan, Kellie, Brendan, Greg and Matt and great-grandson, Jackson. He is preceded in death by his son Sean and his daughter Erin. He was always the life of the party. He always had a joke to tell and was always dressed to impress. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that you donate to the New York Yankees, they are going to need a new pitcher by the end of the year (or to the Semper Fi Fund, they could use it more).
SERVICE
A memorial service will be held on Monday July 2, 2018 at 10:00am at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Burns family.
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August 28, 1936 - June 22, 2018
Agustina Tabada Tan was born on August 28, 1936 in Cebu City, Phillippines and passed on June 22, 2018 in Stockton, CA at the age of 81. She always lived life to the fullest and enjoyed spending time with loved ones. She is survived by her beloved companion of 24 years: Ralph Castro, her daughters Tina-Marie Ross and Vivian Bertolucci, grandchildren Kayla, Taylor, Matt, and Richard, and son-in-law Rich Ross.
VISITATION
Visitation will be held on Thursday June 28, 2018 at 10:00am with services to follow at 1:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd. in Lodi, CA.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Tan family.
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January 22, 1935 - June 22, 2018 Robert "Bob" Jenkins, age 83 of Stockton, passed away June 22, 2018. Bob is survived by his 2 daughters: Cynthia Jenkins (Bill), and Robin Griffen (Pat); 7 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his daughter Cloveta Forsythe; mother Lenar Morrow and father Ben Jenkins; 2 brothers and 6 sisters. He was loved and will be forever missed.
SERVICE
A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on Thursday July 5, 2018 at the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park at Harney Lane at Hwy. 99, Lodi, CA 95240
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Jenkins family.
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January 12, 1938 - June 21, 2018
James Kenneth Smith, 80, of Stockton, CA passed away peacefully on June 21, 2018 after a three-year courageous fight with kidney cancer.
Jim was was born in Vendor, Arkansas, the loving son of James and Ova Smith. Known to his family as “Buddy,” he was the eldest of 7 children. The Smith family moved to California in 1945. Jim was a high school graduate of Stockton College, and also completed his Associate Degree from Stockton College where he majored in the HVAC Industry. On Feb. 13, 1959, Jim married his high school sweetheart, Martha Harmon, the love of his life. During their 59 yers of marriage, they raised three daughters. In 1972, Jim founded Smith Heating and Air with his partner, Kurt Smith, where he became known for his integrity and superior workmanship. He was an avid outdoorsman; enjoying hunting and fishing with his grandsons. Jim always looked forward to his annual hunting trips to Colorado and enjoyed trips to Monterey golfing with friends. He was a past member of the Stockton Houndsmen Association, and a current member of the Linden Lions Club and Linden Athletic Boosters Club.
Jim is survived by his loving wife, Martha, of 59 years; his daughters Karen Lagorio (Richard), Kathy Thomas, Kim Sanchez; his 7 grandchildren Melissa Thomas, Courtney, James, and Michael Lagorio, Amanda McCoy, Maria and Vanessa Sanchez; his great-grandson Jiovanni Belmar; and his five siblings Lula Calkins (Jack), Donald (Pete) Smith, Joyce Bush (Harry), Doris Powers (Mike), and Carylon Criner (Eddie). Jim leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his younger brother Denver Eugene Smith. Also, preceding Jim were his beloved in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Harmon. He will always be remembered by his family and many friends as an exceptionally kind-hearted, hard-working man who loved farming, golfing, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.
VISITATION
Visitation will be held Wednesday June 27, 2018 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Park Evergreen Chapel, Harney Lane at Hwy 99, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 28 at 10:00 am in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi.
Jim’s family request any contributions in his memory be made to the Linden Lions Club, P.O. Box 233, Linden, CA 95236 or the: Linden-Peters Volunteer Firefighter Association, 17725 E Hwy 26, Linden, CA 95236.
March 11, 1929 - June 21, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Brewer family.
May 5, 1923 - June 20, 2018
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hofer family.
Services
An inurnment will take place on Monday, August 6th, 2018, at 11:00am, at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
November 26, 1935 - June 20, 2018
Mrs. Armida Rebecca (Aguilera) Gonzales, of Stockton, California, born on November 26, 1935 in San Bernadino, California, to Dominga Sarraraz. She passed away at the age 82 on June 20, 2018. At the time of her passing Armida was surrounded in love by her immediate family.
She was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved deeply and was filled with compassion and kindness for all that knew her. She worked as an LVN at San Joaquin General Hospital until retiring in 1998. She also worked as a para professional for many years in Stockton Unified holding down two jobs to support her family. She could often be heard saying "Love Never Fails" and "I love you too much." Armida had a passion for gardening, painting and arts and crafts and devoted many hours to her relaxing hobbies. Those who knew her know she loved hats and you could often see her wearing one of her many hats when visiting her family and friends. Another of her favorite past times was spending an afternoon at a local casino with family or friends.
Armida is survived by her daughter, Diana Rodriguez (Rene) her sons, Robert Flores, (Susie) Samuel Rincon, (Jerri) Jimmy Rincon, and Daniel Aguilar (Eileen) and her sister Esther Gonzales. She leaves 13 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.
Friends and family can pay their respects at the Celebration of Life on Friday, June 29, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon at Cherokee Memorial Chapel, 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi, California. Those who wish may donate in Armida's name to Hospice of San Joaquin. Sign online guestbook at - cmfh@cherokeememorial.com
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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Gonzales family.
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