Merly C. Sangalang

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April 1, 1951 – March 3, 2019

Merly C. Sangalang peacefully passed away to be with the Lord on March 3, 2019. For all those people who knew Merely will miss her dearly, but she would want all of us to have good memories. She loves life and was kind and generous loving person. Merly deeply touched our hearts. She enjoys variety of interest that involves cooking, baking, Filipino pastries and delicacies, and also watching sports. She was an active and a dedicated member of the Legionarios del Trabajo in America Inc. as the Ground Controller and Ground Treasurer of the Fraternity.

Merly is survived by her companion Nora Maderazo, 2 sisters Vilma Patawaran and Janeth Amodo, and her 3 brothers Joyce Sangalang, Arnel Sangalang, and Jonel Sanglang; also survived by in-laws, 3 nieces, 4 nephews and grandchildren.

SERVICES:

The necrological service will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 starting at 3:00pm with a Rosary service following at 5:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA.

Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at 10:00am also at the Vineyard Chapel.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Sangalang family.

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Maybelle Reimche "Jerry"

February 22, 1928 - March 2, 2019

Maybelle peacefully passed on March 2, 2019 at San Joaquin Hospice surrounded by family. Preceded in death by her husband George K. Reimche, sons Rick Reimche and Greg C. Reimche Sr. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she will be missed by many.

SERVICES:
There will be a graveside service held on Thursday, March 14th, 2019 at 2:00p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at Harney Lane at Hwy 99, Lodi, CA near the flag entrance.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Reimche family.

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Lorne Truscott

September 14, 1945 - March 2, 2019

Lorne Percy Truscott passed away peacefully with his wife and children by his side. He is survived by his loving wife, Janet, and children Derek (Heather), Evan (Dana), Matthew Hansen (Kristina), and Karen Tubb (Amos), and 13 adoring grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother. Lorne's kindness, knowledge, and quick wit endeared him to everyone who knew him.

The Lorne P. Truscott scholarship (for Accounting and Real Estate Students at San Joaquin Delta College) will be available soon for those wishing to make a donation. Please share how Lorne touched your life at the online Guestbook.

SERVICES:
A celebration of Lorne’s life will be held on Friday, March 15th, 2019 at 3:00p.m. at Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Truscott family.

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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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Cherokee Memorial Park is a 501(c)13 non-profit company, owned and operated exclusively for the benefit of the community, serving Lodi, Stockton, Galt, Manteca and the San Joaquin Valley since 1940.

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