Dorothy Potter

June 14, 1926 - March 2, 2019

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Potter family.

VISITATION:

A visitation will be held on Friday, March 8, 2019 from 9:00am - 10:00am at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES:

A memorial service will follow at 11:00am at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at Harney Lane at Hwy 99, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Titika Stathatos

March 15, 1921 - March 2, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Titika Stathatos announces her passing, on Saturday March 2, 2019, at the age of 97 years. Titika was born in Mavrata, Kefalonia-Greece on March 15, 1921. She traveled to Philadelphia when coming to America, and then to Lodi, California to make her life with her husband, Kosmos. Titika retired from Pacific Coast Producers after 25 years of employment. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, cooking and spending time with her family. She was an extremely dedicated Mother and Grandmother. Titika will forever be remembered by her daughter, Stamatoula Stathatos, and her grandchildren, Mark Boehme (Fannya, Nicholas, Abigail), Aubrey Pratt (Antonio, Olivia), her great-grandchildren, and her sister, Antonia Komis. As well as by numerous nieces and nephews. Titika was predeceased by her husband, Kosmos Stathatos.

For those who would like to send flowers, you may do so by sending them to the Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240.

VISITATION:

A visitation will be held on Friday, March 15, 2019 from 9:00am - 10:00am at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES:

The memorial service will also be held on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 10:00 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. The burial will follow.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Stathatos family.

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Gerald Eques

June 29, 1950 - February 28, 2019

Gerald Eques passed away on February 28th 2019. He lost his courageous battle with Mesothelioma of 4½ years. He was a lifelong resident of Stockton, California. Mr. Eques retired from Stockton Unified School District with 36 years of service.

He leaves behind his beloved son Gerald Eques Jr. (Kelsi), long time companion Chris Eques, brother Micheal Eques (Linda) and sister Florance Chambers. The most precious part of his life were his two grandsons Brandon and Ryan Eques whom he fought so hard to live for. He will always be their Papa.

SERVICES:
Family and friends are invited to the funeral services at 10:00am, Monday March 11th, 2019 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Eques family.

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Urbano Aguilar

May 22, 1926 - February 26, 2019

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Aguilar family.

VISITATION:

A visitation will be held on Wednesday March 6th, 2019 from 5:30pm - 8:00pm with a rosary at 6:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES:

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 10:00am at St. Anne's Catholic Church   215 W Walnut St Lodi, CA 95240.

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Norman Sewell, Jr.

August 21, 1994 - February 25, 2019

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Sewell family.

VISITATION:

A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 7th, 2019 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES:

The memorial service will be held on Friday, March 8th, 2019 at 1:00pm also at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Donald Smith

June 18, 1930 - February 24, 2019

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Smith family.

VISITATION:
A visitation will be held on Friday, March 8th, 2019 from 10:00a.m. to 1:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N.Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

SERVICES:
There will be a graveside service on Friday, March 8th, 2019 at 2:00p.m. in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at Harney Lane at Hwy 99, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Lynda Wong

October 24, 1946 - February 23, 2019

Lynda Lee Wong, age 72, passed away peacefully February 23 after a courageous fight with cancer. Born October 24, 1946 in Salt Lake City, Lynda graduated from the University of the Pacific with a Master Degree in Early Childhood Education. She was a teacher for Lodi Unified School District for 43 years, having had a profound impact on the education of countless elementary school children. She planted the seed for a love of reading in her students and was a mentor to many teachers just starting their careers.

She worked tirelessly to promote reading programs in the schools, district and county. She was an active member in the: Lodi Educators Association, San Joaquin County Reading Association, California Reading Association, Retired Teachers Association, AAUW and Past President of Delta Kappa Gamma, Beta Tau Chapter. She was also involved in the Reading is Fundamental, Read Around the Library, and Books for Barrios projects and co-wrote the Transitional Kindergarten bill. Because of her dedication to teaching, Lynda was highly regarded throughout the district, county and state. After her retirement she continued to volunteer at George Lincoln Mosher Elementary, enjoyed traveling and spending time with her grandchildren, the joys of her life.

She was the beloved wife of 37 years to Eric Wong, loving mother of Ryan Wong (Michelle), Brandon Wong (Jennifer) and Ashlee Arroyo (Roberto), devoted grandmother of Joseph and Robert Braydon. She is also survived by her sister Caryl Lee (Richard) of New York and brother Vincent Lee of Utah and numerous relatives. She was a friend to all and leaves behind many wonderful friends, students and colleagues that will remember her for her kindness, generosity warmth and humor.

The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop. Please join us celebrating her life on Monday March 4, 2019 at 1:00 pm in the Vineyard Chapel of the Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi. Interment will follow.

VISITATION:
There will be a visitation held on Monday, March 4th, 2019, from 12:00p.m. to 1:00p.m. and will take place at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

SERVICES:
There will be a service held on Monday, March 4th, 2019, at 1:00p.m. also in the Vineyard Chapel.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Wong family.

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Khomkrith Buphaphan

 

June 3rd, 1990 - February 23rd, 2019

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Buphaphan family.

VISITATION:
There will be a visitation on Friday, March 1st, 2019, from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, and will take place at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

SERVICES:
A service will be held on Saturday, March 2nd, 2019, at 1:00pm, and will also be held in the Vineyard Chapel.

A witness cremation will take place at 3:00pm.

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Luella Dietz

December 5th, 1929 - February 23rd, 2019

Luella Mae (Zimmerman) Dietz has passed away at the age of 89 years old. Luella was born in Lehr, North Dakota. In 1948 she moved to Lodi, Ca. with her husband, Richard Dietz, of 36 years. She is proceeded in death by her husband Richard, her parents Israel and Anna Zimmerman, her siblings Ruth Wolff, Leo Zimmerman and Eugene Zimmerman. She is also proceeded by her oldest and youngest sons Glen (Candace) and Steven Dietz respectively. She is survived by her sons Michael, Kenneth and David Dietz (Teresa). Also, her grandchildren Hector and Dennis Dietz, Allison Tackett and Stanley Dietz. And 3 great grandchildren.
Luella was a home maker and worked as a food service employee for the Lodi School District for 22 years. The family took many memorable trips across the United States. Following her husbands death, Luella enjoyed group tours that took her to across the country. She also enjoyed international travel. She was fortunate to visit New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and Germany. Luella played the organ, listened to music, and read books. Nothing made her happier than to have her family sitting around her table on holidays eating, playing board games and making memories. Luella was very proud of her graduating adult school in 1970 as she was not afforded school when she was younger. She volunteered at the church and Loel Center. She was a long time member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.  For the care and comfort of our mother, we thank Ashley Place, Brookdale, and Vitas Hospice.


The family is holding a private service. They ask that in lieu of flowers please donate to The Alzheimer's Association at alz.org .

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Dietz family.

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Peter Baidoo

July 3, 1942 - February 22, 2019

Peter Kwasi Baidoo transitioned from this life on the evening of February 22, 2019 in Stockton, California. He was 76-years old. A resident of Northern California for 45 years, Peter was born in Twifo Mampong, Ghana in 1942 to Nana Kwasi Badu II and Elizabeth Adwoa Buah.
Orphaned at a young age, Peter was raised by his uncle, Francis K Buah, in Accra, Ghana.
After completing secondary school in Ghana, Peter immigrated to the United States and earned a Bachelor of Commercial Science (1968), and a Master of Business Administration (1972) from Seattle University in Washington state.

In 1971, he married Jeanette Evans, now divorced, in Seattle. In 1974, he landed his dream job in pharmaceuticals with Merck & Co. and moved to Stockton, California. During his 34-year career at Merck, Peter earned two Vice President's Club awards in 1990 and 1997. He received a Lifetime Achievement award from the company in 1999, prior to his retirement in 2006.

Also a small business owner, Peter was the proprietor of The African Gallery, a specialty art and gift shop in Stockton from 1983 to 1985. He also produced and hosted the award-winning and popular radio program, The Reggae Show, under the name Peter K. at KUOP 93.1 from 1988 to 2000 in Stockton. Holding dual citizenship in the United States and Ghana, Peter owned and managed several enterprises in Ghana to support his home village and carry on the family legacy.

Peter was a cherished dad to his kids and grandkids, trusted mentor and father figure to many, and a treasured friend to all. He is survived in the U.S. by his children Colleen, James, Elizabeth; grandson Elijah, and numerous nieces and nephews, as well as immediate and extended family throughout Ghana.

VISITATION:
A visitation will be held on Friday, March 8th, 2019, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, with a rosary to take place at 6:00pm, at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

SERVICES:
The funeral service will be held Saturday, March 9, 2019 at the Cathedral of the Annunciation, 425 W. Magnolia Street, Stockton, CA at 11:00 a.m. The internment will be at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA immediately following the service.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Baidoo family.

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