Jack Leroy Morgan

12/13/ 1939 - 3/29/2019

Jack Leroy Morgan, born Dec. 13, 1939, in Tulare, California, started his journey peacefully into the arms of his Lord, Wednesday, March 27, 2019. Jack is survived by his wife and best friend of 40 years, Sally Ann Morgan, his daughter, Jennifer Morgan, grandchildren Jackie and Sean McNamara of Utah, and cousin David Jones of Ceres, CA. He is preceded in death by his father, John Wesley Morgan, mother Mabel Stewart, and brother Gene Brown of Sacramento, CA.

Jack attended Tokay Lodi High School, and joined the Army, serving his country in Germany. After returning from the military to Lodi, he taught Arthur Murray Dancing Instruction and managed and owned bars and restaurants until the 80's when he moved to Palm Springs, CA. In 2000 Jack returned to Lodi where he purchased Roy's Club, aka Jack's Back on Sacramento Street. In 2005, he transferred his Gaming License from Jack's Back on Sacramento St. to 1800 So. Cherokee Lane, WIne Country Cardroom aka Lodi Casino. "Action Jackson" was an avid card player, loved boxing, classic cars, music, dance, as well as played and loved all sports. Jack had a zest for life, a passion for family and friends, and never had a single enemy. Jackson was active in his Community Service and was well respected by all who had the pleasure and joy to have known him.

We love and miss you Jack. You will ALWAYS be loved, and We will never forget You.

SERVICE

Funeral arrangements by Lodi Funeral home, 725 S. Fairmont Ave, Lodi, CA 95240, 209-369-3564, where visitation and viewing will be held on April 9, 2019 from 8a.m. - 8p.m. Burial services will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park, at Harney Lane and Hwy 99, Lodi, CA 95240 on April 10, 2019 at 11:30a.m. .

Ronald Darnell

August 3, 1943 - March 29, 2019

Ronald R. Darnell passed away on March 29, 2019 at the age of 75. He was born in Lodi to Aaron and Loreta Darnell on August 3, 1943. He served our country honorably in the US Army, attaining the rank of Specialist 1st Class, as he carried out his duties as Intelligence Analyst. Ronald worked as a card dealer and pit boss for multiple casinos in Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada. He was also a teacher where he taught his card dealing profession to many students. One of seven children, he is survived by his two sisters, Rose and Linda. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, James, Clifton, and Carlton, and sister, Barbara.


SERVICE

A memorial service for Ronald will be held on Monday, April 15, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off  Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Darnell family.

Joseph Michael

September 6, 1919 - March 26, 2019

Joseph Michael, born on September 6, 1919 in Stockton to parents Thomas and Miriam Michael and passed away on March 26th at the age of 99 in Stockton, Ca.

A lifelong resident of Stockton, Joe will always be remembered as a warm, thoughtful, generous man, contributing to his community, family and friends in countless ways. He attended local schools and graduated from Stockton High School in 1938. He attended Santa Clara University until he enlisted in the US Marine Corp in September 1941, after the completion of his junior year. In September 1942, Joe returned to Santa Clara University to complete his senior year, graduating with a BS. In June 1942, he transferred to the US Navy and was assigned to officer's training at Columbia University in New York. He was then sent to the Philippines as a Naval Lieutenant, where he continued his service until the termination of WWII. While serving in the Navy, Joe was awarded the American Defense Victory Medal and 4 Battle Stars by the Seventh Fleet Commanding Officer and the Chief of Naval Operations Base, Philippine Islands. Joe returned to Santa Clara University School of Law and received a Doctor of Jurisprudence in June 1948.

Joe opened his law office in Stockton in 1949 and years later was joined by his beloved nephew, John Cammack. He served as a president of the Young Democrats of San Joaquin County and president of the San Joaquin Bar Association. While practicing law, he became was nationally recognized as a consultant for HUD on subsidized housing and began a development company in 1969, building and managing housing for low income families and developing assisted living centers for seniors. He formally retired from law to focus on development and was elected president of the Rural Builders Council of California. Joe's successful company, Professional Apartment Management, generously offered scholarships, tutoring and childcare for several of the resident's children.

Joe was also a committed volunteer for the California Youth Authority, mentoring many young men with kindness and faith. Joe later retired from development and founded The Parks Management Company in order to focus on the management of assisted living centers. He retired in 2015, at the age of 96 after founding a nonprofit formed to assist women, children and the homeless in Stockton.

He and his wife, Shirley, were active participants at St. Michael's Church, and loved their dear friends in the parish community. Joe had an unwavering belief in God's presence and strong commitment to prayer. Joe loved golf, travelling (especially to Hawaii), fishing, gardening and entertaining in his beautiful yard. His love, support, and commitment to Shirley and his children was always present. He was extremely proud of his Lebanese heritage and the strong Lebanese community in Stockton. He lived his life with modesty, honesty, intelligence, dignity, integrity and an unmatched generosity of spirit.

Joe is preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Shirley (2015) and his great grandson, Jaymen (2018).
Joe will be greatly missed by his children: Sandy, Miriam (Dick Gregory), Cindy (Glenn Clarke), David (Pam Michael), his seven grandchildren: Lexi, Cia, Lizzie, Patrick, Joey, Karly and Matthew, his four great grandchildren: Tyler, Sierra, Dominic and Anthony , his sister-in-law, Betty Bogovich and many beloved nieces and nephews.

A mass celebrating Joe's life will be held at St. Michael's Church on Friday, April 12 at 11:00 am. There will be a luncheon reception following the mass: St. Michael's, 5882 North Ashley Lane, Stockton.
Contributions may be made in his honor/memory to St. Mary's Dining Room,  545 W. Sonora St., Stockton 95203.

SERVICE
There will be a church mass on Friday, March 29th, 2019, at 11:00a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church located at 5882 N. Ashley Lane, Stockton CA, 95215.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Michael family.

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Jose Briceno

05/09/1935 - 03/26/2019

ROSARY
There will be a rosary held on Thursday, March 28th, 2019, at 6:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held the following day on March 29th, 2019, at 10:00a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church    located at 215 W Walnut St Lodi, CA 95240   

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Briceno Family.

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Carol Martin

October 18, 1945 - March 24, 2019

Survived by: Mary Davis, grandchildren: Johnnie Davis, Karen Garner, Billy Garner and Lois Garner, 5 Great Grandchildren, Other family: Patty, Steve, Mervyn, Stacey, and Sue. Preceded in death by: parents Leo and Thema Schetter, husband Don Martin, children Patrick Martin and Donald Martin.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held for Carol on Thursday, March 28, 2019 from 11:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. at the the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

The memorial service will be held on Friday, March 29, 2019 at 1:00p.m. at the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off  Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Martin family

Tomi Hudmon

March 31, 1960 - March 24, 2019

Tomi Patrice Havanis-Hudmon, 58, of Lodi, California, passed away in her home on March 24, 2018. Tomi was born on March 31, 1960 in Whittier, California, the daughter of Thomas and Dorothy Havanis. She is survived by her children Rachel (29) and David (25) Hudmon of Lodi, California, and her brother Kelly Havanis and his family of West Covina, California.
Tomi was a proud alumni of Los Altos High School in Hacienda Heights, California class of 1978. She attended Mt. San Antonio College before starting her long career in Office Management with many companies in Southern California before finally settling in Lodi in 1988.
Tomi was a true California girl. If she could live near the beach she would. A sweet soul, an enormous heart, a constant smile, and a deep love for everyone who entered her life. These are a few things that can explain the amazing woman and mother she was. Tomi was a book lover, an animal lover,and a food lover, but the love she expressed most of all was for her two children, Rachel and David. She was their best friend, their #1 fan, and not a day would go by that she wouldn't check on them and see how their day was going. On the nights she couldn't sleep she would send them heartfelt notes just to remind them how much love she had in her heart for them. Her children were her first thought when she woke and the last thought before sleep. Tomi took great pride in watching her children grow and experience life.
Tomi's generous heart knew no bounds! She helped anyone and everyone, even when she herself had so little to share, she found a way to make a difference. She would have adopted any and every dog she came across, but settled on just adoring her own puppies. Her warm caring heart will be greatly missed by so many!


An Open House in honor of Tomi will be held on Friday, April 5th, 2019, at Church of Latter Day Saints, 1510 W. Century Blvd., Lodi, CA, from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers you can make a donation in her honor to the Lodi City Animal Shelter, 1345 W. Kettleman Lane, Lodi, CA, 95242.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hudmon family.

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Sara Blicharz

December 1, 1952 - March 23, 2019

On March 23rd, Sara Joyce Blicharz, surrounded by her family, passed peacefully into the presence of her Maker after a 20-year battle with cancer. Sara was born in Fernandina Beach, Florida to Alfred F. Engelmann, Jr. and Barbara A. Engelmann. She is survived by her husband: David Blicharz; one sister: Barbara J. Engelmann; two brothers: John A. Engelmann; and David P. Engelmann, Sr.; three sons: David P. Engelmann, Jr.; Daniel M. Engelmann; and Jeremy M. Engelmann; and 12 grandchildren.

As the daughter of a Southern Baptist Pastor, Sara was introduced to Jesus Christ at an early age. Sara and her husband, David, raised their three boys as active members of Stockton Covenant Church. Most recently she was serving as a member of Lincoln Presbyterian Church in Stockton. Sara drew her strength from her relationship with Jesus and she lived her life in the light of her Savior's promise of life everlasting with Him. "For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 (NLT) Sara retired after more than 20 years from the Bank of Stockton. She spent her adult life serving her Savoir in many ways. Her heart for the Lord and her conviction that innocent human life is precious in God's sight led her to work for nearly 30 years in various arenas, such as The California ProLife Council, as well as supporting pro-life Republican candidates. She was also active in Republican Women Federated, Conservative Republicans, and the Republican Central Committee.

Donations in her name may be made to California Prolife Council In-lieu of flowers. California ProLife Council, PO Box 935, Sacramento, CA 95812 . https://www.californiaprolife.org

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Barney Dewey

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May 3, 1928 - March 23, 2019


Reverend Barney Clayton Dewey

Barney was almost 91 years old when he went to be with the Lord on March 23, 2019. He was born in Corsicana, Texas to Lucy and Barney Dewey.  He enlisted in the Army in May 1946.  After leaving the Army, he returned home to Odessa, Texas and met the love of his life Stella May in 1948.  They soon married and that union has lasted 71 years in March 2019.  They began to build a family totaling 5 children, 8 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren. In 1952, he met another strong influence that changed his life: that was Salvation. He became a Minister of Faith; he has Pastored 3 churches in Stockton and Co-Pastored numerous other churches.  Barney’s career as a Painting & Building Contractor continued until he was 83 years old. In 1992, he was on Unsolved Mysteries telling his story of how he searched & found his sister after 50 years.  Bro. Dewey has always been an exceptional role model, many have looked up to him; and as a father and husband, we all looked to him for support and protection.  He sang songs of redemption and hope; he laughed at life’s trials and made all of us feel better.  He told us God would never leave us nor forsake us.  Words cannot describe how greatly he will be missed.

VISITATION:

Visitation will take place from 4-8 pm on Friday, March 29, 2019 at the Evergreen Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240

SERVICES:

A Funeral Service will take place at 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off  Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Josephine Parson

February 19, 1927 - March 23, 2019

Josephine P. Parson, (Jay) 92 of Lodi, passed away on Saturday March 23, from a lengthy illness. Josephine was born in Trabia Sicily, Italy, on February 19, 1927. She traveled with her mother to Cleveland Ohio in 1928. At the young age of 11 she and her family relocated to Lodi, California. She is best known and loved for her many talents in arts and crafts, crocheting and her love of cooking many homemade specialty dishes. Jay was known to be a hard worker. Some of her employer's consisted of: M & R Packing House, Libby McNeil, Pacific Coast Producers, Foster Wood, Cottage Bakery, Alexander Bakery, Rainbow Bakery and ISS Electric. Jay also owned several businesses such as: The Pampered Palace, The Western Inn, and a Beauty Salon in Menlo Park. Over the last 30 years Jay opened her home as a caregiver and housed many elders.
Jay is survived by her Son Robert 'Bob' (Kendra) Hesseltine of Clements, Grandson Jeffrey Hesseltine of Arcata, Great Granddaughter Jill Hesseltine-Medina Elizalde and Jill's husband Martin Medina Elizalde of Alabama, 3 Great grandchildren (Callie, Tegan and Kailasa), her brother Peter & Diane Battaglia of Galt, her brother in law Antonio (Tony) Cancilla, of Trabia Sicily, and several nieces and nephews.
Proceeded in death by: Husband Edwin Merkel, Parents Josephine & Rosario Battaglia, Brothers Dominic Battaglia, Russell Battaglia and her sisters Rose Marie Gunn and Gloria Cancilla.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held on Sunday, March 31, 2019 from 2:00pm - 8:00pm with the rosary being held at 6:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES:

The memorial service will be held on Monday, April 1, 2019 at 10:00am at the St. Anne's Catholic Church, located at 215 W Walnut St Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Parson family.

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