Ervin Mugele

August 8, 1934 - December 15, 2019

Born in Oakland, California but lived most of his life in San Joaquin County. Retired from the Southern Pacific Railroad. Survived by daughter, Darlene Vote; son, David Mugele; grandsons, Bruce, David; two great grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by family and friends and especially his dog Diamond. Private services to be held at a later date.

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Wesley Laskosky

September 25, 1937 - December 15, 2019

Wesley Laskosky passed away Sunday December 15, 2019 from a long illness. Surrounded by his family loving him and hearing their voices, he passed peacefully. Wesley was born on September25, 1937 in Stockton, California. He lived all his life in the Galt area. Wes served three years in the U.S. Marine Corps. He enjoyed camping, sports, his garden, and making furniture out of old wood. He enjoyed life and being with his family.

He supported his family by driving truck. Starting in 1960 driving for Gus Melhalf.

He is survived by his wife Geri Laskosky, his children Monte Laskosky, Kimberlee (Barry) Muller, Michael
(Kim) Laskosky. Six grandchildren Adam, Wesley, Stephanie, Logan, Ryan and Jessica. Three great grandchildren. Many loving nieces and nephews and family members. He was preceded in death by his
mother Lena Kuck, two brothers Garvin and Teddy Laskoskey, sister Seona Gress. He will be deeply missed.

SERVICE
There will be a service on Friday, December 27th, 2019 at 10:00 am at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. The service will then conclude at the
final committal in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Lester Cook

August 17, 1925 - December 15, 2019

Lester Earl Cook, Jr., 94, was surrounded by family when he passed into the presence of his Lord on December 15, 2019, at Somerford Place Memory Care, Stockton, California. He is survived by Shirley, his wife of 70 years; sister, Barbara Staschke; children, Gregory, Kathleen, Daniel, Christine, Rebekah, Barbara; 13 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren. He was born in Alexandria, Virginia to Ethel and Lester Cook and grew up in Denver, Colorado, graduating from Colorado Military School in 1943. During WWII Lester served in the US Navy as a radioman stationed in Guam. After the war he earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Denver and a Bachelor of Divinity Degree from Talbot Seminary. He served as a pastor in Tracy before moving to Stockton where he began his CPA practice. During this period, he also taught accounting and bookkeeping at Humphrey's College and San Joaquin Delta College for 18 years. He retired from Libhart, Cook and Rosek Accounting firm at age 80. He was very active at Quail Lakes Baptist Church as an elder, treasurer and long time Bible teacher. He was also an avid photographer, furniture maker, bicyclist, backpacker and sports car enthusiast.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 11th, 2020 at 10:00a.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE
A celebration of his life will be held at Quail Lakes Baptist Church at 2 PM, Saturday, January 11, 2020 preceded by a family gathering for interment of his ashes at Cherokee Memorial Park. The community is invited to attend the memorial and asks that in lieu of flowers, you may make donations to the QLBC Foundation or to At the Well Ministries.

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Robert Day

May 7, 1923 - December 11, 2019
Robert Day, 96 years young, of Lodi, California, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family December 11, 2019.

Robert was born to George H. Day and Marie T. Day, May 7, 1923 in Jacksonville, Illinois and had seven siblings. He graduated from Bethel Adventist Academy in Arpin, Wisconsin in 1942. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force from 1942-1946. Following his service to his country, he studied history, biology, French and earned a B.A. Degree in Education from Emmanuel Missionary College in Berrien Springs, Michigan in 1950. He later furthered his education by earning a Master’s Degree in Education from Pacific Union College. He served as school principal and teacher in Michigan, Illinois and California for 35 years. He married Theresa Jane Rieman March 21,1945 in Urbana, Illinois. Together they raised four children: Judith Ann Shepherd (Leslie), Jon Robert Day (Laily), Timothy Lyndon Day (Wendy), Rose Marie Brady (Gary).
He was preceded in death by his father and mother and six siblings, Warren, Ken, Ruth, Bud, Dorothy, Phillip and one grandson Christopher Allan Brady.

He is survived by his wife Theresa Jane, their four children Judith, Jon, Timothy and Rose, his sister June Edwards, seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.

In addition to his teaching profession, Robert was active in the Seventh-day Adventist church in many capacities. He was also an avid athlete, artist, gardener and music lover. His life could be summarized by three words: God, family and service.

VISITATION
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 17th, 2019 from 8:30a.m. to 10:00a.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

SERVICE
There will be a service to follow on Tuesday, December 17th, 2019 at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240. The service will then conclude at the final committal in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Espiridion Rodriguez

December 14, 1933 - December 11, 2019

VISITATION
A visitation will be held on Thursday, December 19th, 2019 from 4:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. with a rosary starting 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 Friday, December 20th, 2019 at 1:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240. The final committal then take place at graveside in Cherokee Memorial Park located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Norman Mich

January 19, 1933 - December 11, 2019

Norman Mich, born January 19, 1933 entered into heaven December 11, 2019 surrounded by his loving wife and 5 children. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Antonia Mich; sons, Robert (Rebecca) and Thomas (Tonya); daughters, Deborah (Mark) and Paula (Jeff); son, John; and sister, Dee Shaw. He was also blessed with 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Norman's 22 year military service consisted of 2 tours in the Air Force and 3 tours in the Navy where he retired. He went on to work as a Research Laboratory Technician for California Cedar Products for 15 years. He was and will always be so very loved and missed by family and a great many friends.

SERVICE

A memorial service to honor his life will be held at Church of the Presentation, 6715 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA., Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 10:00 AM.

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