November 17, 1938 - July 29, 2019
SERVICE
A service will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at 1:00p.m with a witness cremation at 3:00 p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
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March 3rd, 1939 - July 28th, 2019
Per the request of the family, services for Edward will be held privately through Cherokee Memorial.
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September 15th, 1922 - July 28th, 2019
Per the request of the family, services for Mildred will be held privately through Cherokee Memorial.
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April 11, 1927 - July 28, 2019
On July 28, 2019 Cora Lachenmeier went home to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Cora was born in Fredonia, North Dakota on April 11, 1927 to Fred and Ida Becker. She was one of eight children. She married Henry Lachenmeier in 1944 before moving to Lodi, California in 1955. They had three children and were married for 53 years. Cora worked as a cake decorator at Cottage Bakery and owned Towne Haus Fashions in Lodi until she retired. Cora genuinely loved the Lord and her faith guided everything she did in life. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Lodi for 64 years, the Soroptomist Club, and also was a faithful volunteer in the gift shop at Lodi Memorial for over 1500 hours. She was a wonderful seamstress, loved to cook and bake, play games with family and friends, travel, and enjoyed being involved in numerous bible studies.
Cora was preceded in death by her husband Henry, one brother, and two sisters. Cora is survived by her children Jerry (Sharon) Lachenmeier, Karen (Jim) Worthington, and Angie (Mike) Reiswig, grandchildren Gina (Robert) Aki, Tara (Mike) Silva, Corrine (Patton) Werner, Nicole (Brian) McKilligan, Ryan (Jamie) Reiswig, six great grandchildren, three brothers, one sister, and numerous nieces and nephews. Cora was dearly loved and will be missed by all of her family. Our family would like to give special thanks to Brookdale Memory Care in Lodi for their love and care.
VISITATION
A visitation will be held on Friday, August 2nd , 2019 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi CA, 95240.
SERVICE
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 3rd , 2019 at 9:00am at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Hospice of San Joaquin, or First Baptist Church of Lodi.
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August 3, 1943 - July 27, 2019
SERVICE
There will be a memorial service on Saturday, August 10th, 2019 at 1:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
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May 8, 1941- July 27, 2019
Donald was taken from us suddenly on July 27, 2019. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland in 1941 to Dr. Donald M. Pace, Sr and Norma Holland Pace. The family then moved to Lincoln, Nebraska where he grew up with his two siblings, James and Norma. Donal met his wife Karen in Lincoln and they married in January of 1963. Donald introduced Nebraska football to Karen and she shared his love for it which never faded. In 1971, Donald and Karen with their daughter, Kelly, followed his parents and siblings to Stockton, CA where his father was a professor at UOP and their lives continued here. Donald worked almost 20 years in an employment agency, which closed its doors and left him without a job. This eventually led to his working for the State of California Employment Development Department as a Job Service Rep where remained until he retired in 2007. During his time with the EDD he made many friends and many have remained friends to this day.
Donald graduated from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln in 1966 with a B.S. in Education and in 1968 with a M.S.T. Master of Secondary Teaching Degree. He had many interests including fishing, geology and music. He loved animals and became devoted to cats. But the two interests in his life that stood out the most were his love of the soil (gardening) and weather. He loved growing things and when he moved to California he had the opportunity to help his dad out and do just that. In 1986 the family was introduced to a Bay Area Nebraska Alumni Assn. picnic and that found they had corn as part of their menu. He told them that he would like to grow the corn for the picnic the next year and he did and continued every year. This is the first year that he missed the picnic.
Donald is predeceased by his father, Dr. Donald M. Pace, Sr., his mother Norma Holland Pace, and his brother James R. Pace. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Karen, his daughter Keyll, his sister Norma Wunderlich, his brother-in-law William Wnderlich, his sisters-in-law Valerie Gearhart (James), Verlene Hobbs (Eugene), and Karlene Friesen (Clarence) and many nieces and nephews.
SERVICE
An informal celebration of his life will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, August 9th, 2019 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
If you wish to donate in his honor, two good causes are the Humane Society and the American Cancer Society.
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May 1, 1970 - July 26, 2019
Shannon Carl Koepplin passed away at the age of 49 on July 26, 2019. He lost his battle with an aggressive form of leukemia (AML) he had been struggling with the last 6 months. He passed away peacefully and UC Davis Med Center with his loving wife Marni and family by his side.
Shannon was born to Gary and Patricia Koepplin in Lodi, California on May 1, 1970. He grew up in Lodi attending grade schools and high school locally where he participated in all the various sports activities. Growing up he and his family spent a lot of time fishing, snow skiing, motocross riding and camping. After he graduated Lodi High school in 1988, he gave junior college a try before heading to work in the family business of auto body repair at American Auto Body where he learned how to do what he did best. After a few years of honing his skills Shannon branched out and worked from his home-based business doing auto, boat and RV repair. He was extremely talented with custom paint and repair of hot rods and other specialized custom cars and was well known for his "need for perfection". Shannon loved to help his friends and was a very giving person. He would drop everything at a "moment's notice" to help a friend in need. Thus, he had a great support system these past few grueling months from those closest to Shannon which has been greatly appreciated by his wife and family.
Shannon really enjoyed working, and took a lot of pride in what he did, however whenever possible he loved to get away from it all. Some of his favorite places were Baja for fishing or heading up to the mountains to 4-wheel and spend time with his wife and friends camping. Most of all Shannon loved to spend time with his dogs Lucy and Lola. They were a huge part of his life and his daily routine. Whether he was working in his shop or running errands around town, those dogs loved to be with him.
Shannon is survived by his wife of 15 years, Marni Koepplin; father, Gary Koepplin (Katie); uncle, Max Koepplin; uncle, Dan Baker (Carol); father-in-law, Tim Fitzer; brother-in-law, Chris Fitzer (Jamie); and many cousins and extended family. Shannon had a special relationship his entire life with his second cousin Phil Katzakian (Chris) and their two children, Colin and Lauren. Shannon is preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Koepplin; sister, Laura Koepplin; and mother-in-law, Sara Fitzer.
SERVICE
There will be a celebration of life in his memory on August 9, 2019 at 10:00am at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. with a luncheon to follow.
In lieu of flowers Shannon's family encourages donations to a charity of your choice or to Delta Blood Bank.
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05/16/1930 - 07/26/2019
VISITATION
There will be a visitation held on Friday, August 2nd, 2019 at 9:00a.m. at Evergreen Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.
SERVICE
There will be a service to follow on Friday, August 2nd, 2019 at 10:00a.m. at Evergreen Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240. The service will then conclude at graveside in Cherokee Memorial Park , located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.
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February 23, 1930 - July 26, 2019
Greta Hermann, RN Feb. 23, 1930 -July 26, 2019 Greta was born to Louis and Esther Gullekson in Virginia, Minnesota on February 23, 1930. She peacefully passed at home, with her husband at her side, on July 26, 2019. Her family moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, when she was 12. She graduated from Saint Mary's School of Nursing in Milwaukee, where she met her husband Bob, Dr. Robert Hermann, MD. They were married on June 27, 1953. After Bob resigned his commission in the U.S Army Medical Corps in 1964, they moved to Stockton. Greta returned to practice nursing at San Joaquin General Hospital after her children were raised. She served in numerous community activities, receiving the California Medical Association Auxiliary's first Auxilian of the Year Award. She also received the first Auxilian of the year award from the San Joaquin County Medical Society. She received the first Auxilian of the Year award from the Child Abuse Prevention Council for her efforts promoting the Adopt a Family Christmas program. She also remained an active member of the Stockton Symphony Alliance. She was a devoted member of St. Michael's Parish and a member of the Divine Mercy Ministry. Greta is survived by her husband of 66 years, Bob, her son Mark (Sandy) Hermann, daughter Anne (Michael) Nickerson, son John Hermann, son Paul (Diana) Hermann and son James (Jennifer) Hermann. She is also survived by eight grand-children and eight great grand-children.
In lieu of donations may be made in Greta's name to St. Michael's Catholic Church or to the American Cancer Society.
VISITATION
A visitation for Greta will be held on Sunday August 4, 2019 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm with a vigil at 6:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
The memorial service will be held on Monday, August 5, 2019 at 10:00am at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, located at 5882 North Ashley Lane, Stockton CA, 95215. The final committal will be at 2:00 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.
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February 20, 1943 - July 25, 2019
Beverlee Jo Saunders, 76 of Lodi CA, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2019 at Vienna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Lodi CA from a battle with Parkinson’s disease. Beverlee was born February 20, 1943 in Stockton CA and graduated from Lodi High School in1961. She retired from Juvenile Probation of San Joaquin Co. after 36 years as their Administrative Supervisor. Beverlee enjoyed working in her garden and was especially partial to her roses and tulips. She loved her yoga, reading a good book, and going to the Sacramento Broadway musicals. Beverlee was an excellent cook who loved to entertain. She loved spending time with family and friends. Beverlee attended First Baptist church of Lodi and took an active part in helping with their Children’s Ministry. She and her husband Tom were in charge of the kindergarten class for their Kids Club. She also helped in the nursery and for their Mom to Moms program. Beverlee also spent many hours cataloging FBC’s Bible study Video/DVD library and created a check out binder for each study.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years Thomas Robert Saunders, of Lodi CA, and her parents Martin Christensen of Iowa and Edna Essig Christensen of North Dakota. She is survived by her son Steven Thomas Saunders of Lodi CA.
Inurnment will be private at Cherokee Memorial Park. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Beverlee on Sept. 14, 2019 at 11:00 am, First Baptist Church, 267 Mills Ave, Lodi CA.
Donations may be made to the Parkinson Association or to the Children’s Ministry of First Baptist Church of Lodi.
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February 19, 1945 - July 25, 2019
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May 23, 1927 - July 25, 2019
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November 7, 1952 - July 25, 2019
Edward "Butch" Carl Christopherson, 66, went to be with the Lord on July 25, 2019 with his loving wife Cassie by his side. They were blessed with 40 years of marriage. Born in Berkley, CA, he was the son of Edward "Chris" and Sylvia Christopherson. He attended Lodi Union High School and Delta College. He was a member of the United States Army and worked at Holz Rubber before becoming the owner of Mid-Town Auto Sales. He also worked as a truck driver for Mr. Trucker and Alegre Trucking until he retired in 2017.
He enjoyed boating, camping, fishing, and classic cars. Ed will be remembered for his loving devotion to his family, lifelong friendships and his backyard barbecue swim parties.
He is survived by his wife, Cassie; daughters, Heather (Johnny) Kirschenman, and Jennifer (Jeremy) Tovar; four grandchildren, Kyle Wardell, Jeffery Kirschenman, Bayley Tovar, Avery Mauch; sister, Jean (John) Harris and brother, Raymond Christopherson. He is preceded in death by his parents, Chris and Sylvia Christopherson and brother, Richard Christopherson.
SERVICE
The celebration of life will be held on August 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 267 N. Mills Ave in Lodi. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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December 16, 1952 - August 25, 2019
VISITATION
A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 15, 2019 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm with a vigil at 6:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
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August 4, 1971 - July 25, 2019
VISITATION
A visitation will be held for Maria on Monday, August 5, 2019 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
There will be a service to follow on Monday, August 5th, 2019 at 1:00p.m. followed by a witness cremation at 3:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
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09/01/1924 - 07/24/2019
James Paige, 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 in Lodi, CA. James was born September 1, 1924 in Meigs, Georgia to the late James Bryant Paige and Annie Foe Alligood. James graduated from Moultrie High school in Georgia. James enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1941 and served during World War II. After being discharged, he settled in Tracy, CA and then Stockton and Lodi where he had several businesses. James was very active in all three communities. He was active in the Masonic Organization, DeMolay and Jobs Daughters. He also served on the Stockton City Council and was on the San Joaquin County Grand Jury twice. James also served as a volunteer for the Lodi Police Partners for several years. James was very active with the Shriners Children Hospital. He was inducted into the Stockton Athletic Hall of Fame in 1981 for his playing years and sponsorship of Fast Pitch Softball Teams for many years.
James is survived by his two sons, Mike (Emily) and Ken; son-in-law, Mike Felton; 12 grandchildren, Matt (Mikayla) Paige, Tom Paige, Rob (Michelle) Paige, Brian Paige, Ken Paige Jr., Jacquie Paige, Preston, Nicolas, Callie, Julia Paige, Chris (Erin) Felton, and Greg (Justine) Felton; 13 great grandchildren, Ashley (Lucas) LaFontaine, Alexis, Kaden, Makenzie, Madison Paige, Katie and Madison Felton, Carter and Ryley Felton, Brandon and Brooke Paige, Thomas and Lauren Paige; and 2 great-great grandchildren, Chase and Bailey LaFontaine.
James is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Majorie Paige; daughter, Sharon Felton; his parents; brother, Milton; and sister, Mildred.
A special thank you to the employees and management at Vienna Nursing Center for the excellent and loving care they provided our father /grandfather.
Funeral services will be held in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Park Cemetery on Monday, August 5, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Shriners Hospital for Children would be appreciated. Address: 2424 S. Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817, attn: Development.
SERVICE
There will be a memorial service on Monday, August 5th, 2019 at 10:00a.m. at the Evergreen Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.
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09/28/1947 - 07/23/2019
George Francis Steckler, Jr. 1947 - 2019 George Steckler Jr, 71, passed away July 23 at DMC due to complications from a stroke and battling many years of dementia. At 20, George joined the US Navy and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Upon discharging from the Navy, George would find his passion in photography. He would eventually move to Maui where he found a love for the island and for taking pictures of the sunsets and wildlife. George is preceded in death by his father George Sr., mother Frances, wife Bonnie (Mueller) and brother Richard. He leaves behind son Thomas (Amanda) Steckler, sister Lynne, son Scott, friend Cookie Rivera and only grandchild Nolan. Viewing will take place Tues, July 30, 3 - 8pm Vineyard Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi. Burial-Wed. July 31 at 10am.
VISITATION
There will be a visitation on Tuesday, July 30th, 2019 from 3:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Park, Lodi CA, 95240.
SERVICE
There will be a graveside service the following day on Wednesday, July 31st, 2019 at 10:00a.m. in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.
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July 20, 1932 – July 23, 2019
Mary Nell Stone, 87, of Riverbank, CA, went home to be with the Lord on July 23, 2019. She was born July 20, 1932, in Wilson, Oklahoma to the late William Earl and Naomi Laura Downey.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother James, one grandchild, Angela Faile, and her husband of 55 years, Holt Norman “Norm” Stone. She is survived by three daughters, Lindsay Patrice Towell of Riverbank, Lorri Dean Faile (Jerry) of Riverbank, Raenell Horn (Wendell) of Citrus Heights, and a son, Norman Earl (Susan) of Searcy Arkansas. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren – Jerry Faile (Arlene) of Tracy, Dennis Mashburn of Sacramento, Trisha Watts (Gary) of Antelope, Angela Worrell (Jim) of Deptford Township, NJ, Jeremy Horn (Charity) of Sacramento, Wendell Lee Horn of Deptford Township, NJ, John Stone (Tia) of Searcy, AR, and Kathryn Hansen (Nate) of Firestone, CO – 21 great grandchildren and 2 great- great grandchildren.
Mary was a devoted mother who cared deeply for her children. As a homemaker, she was involved in nearly every aspect of their day-to-day lives as Cub Scout den mother, Campfire Girl leader, PTA President, Little League team mom, and general “cheerleader” for all the children did. She was also a devoted wife who worked daily side-by-side with her husband for a span of nearly 40 years as they worked together in the grocery business, and as apartment managers for various property management companies in Stockton.
When she was able, she loved gardening and working in the yard. She was an avid reader, and enjoyed weekly trips to the library, “Friends of the Library” book sales, and perusing the shelves of local used book stores. After her husband’s passing, she was an active member of the Daughters of Boaz organization, and as her health permitted, attended monthly luncheons with her friends. While she had been raised to believe, she came to fuller understanding of faith late in life as she learned “more accurately” the Lord’s will for her. She obeyed the gospel and was buried with Christ in baptism on May 13, 2015. She was an active member of the Northside/Cornerstone Baptist Church. Mary will be missed by many, but, most of all, by her children and extended family who loved her deeply. They all await that great and glorious day “when the roll is call up yonder.”
SERVICE
A graveside service will be held for Mary on Thursday August 1, 2019 at 11:30am at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.
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05/09/1945 - 07/23/2019
Bill Allen AKA Bill the Barber 1945 -2019 Born in Berkley, CA to parents Raymond and Marie Allen in 1945, Bill moved with his parents to Stockton as a child and attended local schools. He graduated from AA Stagg High school in 1963 and from Moler Barber College in 1964. Bill married his high school sweetheart Donna in 1964, where they made their home in Stockton having two daughters. Bill played league basketball in Stockton in the 1970's and was an avid sports fan, and movie buff. Bill leaves behind his beloved wife Donna, his daughters Tracie Brown and her husband John of Mokelumne Hill, and Robyn Chitwood of Stockton as well as his three grandchildren Zachary Chitwood, McKenna Chitwood and Shaeanna Brown. One brother Michael Allen of Sacramento, and one sister Linda Landrum of Texas, and extended family from California and Texas, and Las Vegas. Bill worked as a barber from 1964 till present. Having many loyal customers, some of whom he had from childhood through adulthood. Some following him from his many years at Sherwood Plaza Barber Shop to Doyle's Barber Shop at Marina Village West shopping center. Family and friends are invited to honor him at a celebration of life at the family home on August 2, 2019 from 11-3 pm. In lieu of flowers, love offerings will be appreciated for help with final expenses.
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04/08/1929 - 07/22/2019
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