Kathryn Honda

September 29, 1926 - June 18, 2020

Kathryn Honda, 93, of Elk Grove, Ca, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2020. Kathryn was born Kathryn Misao Yamanaka in Elk Grove, California on September 29, 1926 and everyone called her Miko. Kathryn married her loving husband, Masahiro Norman Honda, in Lockeford, CA and they raised their family in Lodi, California. They had two children, Myron and Karen. Unfortunately, Myron passed in 1986 and Masahiro passed in 2007 after over 55 years of marriage. Since that time, she has been eagerly waiting and now finally able to join them.
Kathryn is survived by her loving and caring sister and brother, Kiku Ito and Frank Yamanaka and numerous nieces and nephews. They all went out of their way to help and support her whenever needed and provided her with many years of love and support.
Kathryn was a warm, compassionate and vibrant woman who always went out of her way to help others no matter what. She was a proud and dignified woman who had a passion for life. She had a wonderful sense of humor which endeared her to everyone she came in contact with that allowed her to form many long-lasting friendships over the years.
For the past 9 years Kathryn has been a resident at Mercy McMahon Terrace, an assisted living facility in Sacramento, CA. She was well-cared for and loved by all the staff. A special thanks to nursing staff Ginger, Iyvis and Priscilla and dining room staff Stephanie and Ursula who admired her warmth and hilarious wit.
A private family memorial service was held on June 26, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial. She will be missed by all, but her memory will live in all of us forever.

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Doris Linker

December 25, 1929 - June 18, 2020

Doris Linker joined her husband, Henry Linker on June 18, 2020. She will be missed by her children, Craig Linker & Terry Cuellar, grandchildren, Tania Panarello (Rick) & Frank Cuellar (Jennifer) And great grandchildren, Kaitlyn Cuellar, Dominic & Vincent Panarello.

Due to the situation with the Corona virus there will be no viewing or memorial service. Donations to Doris' favorite charity, the SPCA would be greatly appreciated in lieu of flowers.

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John Connelly

January 10, 1928 - June 18, 2020

John Willis Connelly, passed away June 18, 2020 at Lodi Memorial Hospital, at the age of 92.

John was born in Des Moines, Iowa, January 10, 1928 to parents Myrle and Hazel Fern Connelly. The oldest son and one of 9 children. Survived by sisters, Geraldine and Shirley; brothers, Cecil and Myrle Jr.; daughter, Jeanette Wootten of Canon City Colorado and her two sons; daughter, Karen Anderson of Lodi, her 5 grandchildren; and son, Keith Connelly of Star, Idaho, his daughter and granddaughter.

John will be joining his wife of 49 years, Hattie Faye Connelly, who passed in 2004. Married in 1955, they raised 3 children as a military family and residents of Lodi. John was a resident of Lodi for 52 years, moving here after a 22 year career in the U.S. Navy. A member of the Greatest Generation, he served in the Navy during WWII, Korea and Vietnam wars, from 1945 until 1967. He served on several ships, and was stationed in Japan and Guam. His father signed his enlistment papers as a 17-year-old and he made a promise to his mother no tattoos. He honored that promise until his death, a man of character, A promise made is a promise kept and a promise to your mother is eternal.

He moved the family to Lodi in 1968, to work for the US Postal Service as a letter carrier. He carried the mail for most of Lodi at one time or another for 20 years. His daughter Karen and son Keith attended Tokay High School. John was a common sight at sporting events in Lodi; serving as spectator, fund raiser, coach, an umpire and basically the guy that could be counted on to always be there to help. John was always that friend that could be counted on anytime any place. Anyone called friend had a special place in his heart. He served as President of BOBS and performed countless hours of helping youth sports. John and Faye were active members of the Lodi Promenaders, square dance organization where John served as President. They loved to dance and joined other groups as well. He also was a member of various RV groups, making to trips around the country and to Canada. John was able to attend the World Series with his son Keith in 1984, 1988, 1989 and 1990. They also attended Super Bowl XXIII in Miami, to watch the 49ers win another title. He loved to play golf and had 3 Hole in Ones. One of his most enjoyable activities was to watch his granddaughter, Samantha perform on stage. Another came with the birth of his great granddaughter, Elizabeth in 2019. John continue his RV travel and cruising when he married Zelpha Williams in 2008 and were married until her passing in March 2011.

John was a member of the Naval Reserve and American Legion Post 22. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, where he was still dancing at 92. He was a member of The First Baptist Church of Lodi where he was baptized for a second time at age 91.

VISITATION
A viewing was held on Monday, June 22 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home. The Funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 23, 10 a.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park Vineyard Chapel. There is a 50 person limit due to California's Covid 19 regulations. Masks are required.

There will be a military guard ceremony graveside at 11:15, with no limit on attendance.

There will be live streaming of Chapel ceremony, please check Cherokee Memorial website for information.

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Elisa Johnson

January 28, 1989 - June 17, 2020



Elisa Johnson Video Memorial Service

July 2nd 2020 at 9:45 AM PDT

You are invited to watch the video stream of the memorial proceedings. Please participate in the funeral service by following the two steps below:

Open the webpage by clicking the box below:

Elisa Johnson Private Broadcast™

Step 1:

Write down or remember your password.

Your password is: elisa

When prompted by the website, you will need to type elisa in all lowercase and click the Watch Video button to begin.

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Maria Ballesteros

April 10, 1929 - June 16, 2020

Maria Raquel Ballesteros passed away June 16, 2020 at 91 years of age in Stockton, CA. She was born April 10, 1929 to Gumercindo Pallares and Adela Martinez in Mexico,

She is survived by Daughter Julieta Martinez (Felipe);  Son Ruben Ballesteros; Grandchildren: Veronica (Don); Ulises; Jorge (Alejandra); Agustin (Celina); Moses (Melanie); Jesus (Alicia);Great-grandchildren: (14) Anthony, Adrian, Amalia, Sarah, Alyssa, Andrew, Abigail, Melody, Krystal, Cruz, Luca, Victoria, Valentina, Camila and Great-great grandchildren: (1) Anthony Ballesteros.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held for Maria from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Wednesday June 24, 2020 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. With the vigil at 9:30am.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday at 1:00pm also at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Michael Dahlstrom

January 24, 1967 - June 13, 2020

Michael (Mike) Dahlstrom passed away in Stockton at the age of 53. Survived by his parents, Don and Karen Dahlstrom; wife, Liella Dahlstrom; proud father of children, Louis, Michael, Ashley, Karen, Heather, Stacy and Taylor Ann. Preceded in death by daughter, Marion.

Mike enjoyed spending time with his family and dear friends demonstrated by the way he reached out to those in his community. He will be remembered as a caring and loving person.

Due to COVID-19, the family is prevented from providing a service he deserves. A private service is scheduled for June 26, 2020 at 1:00 PM; however, those unable to attend can participate in a livestream or recorded video after the memorial. Details will be on the families FB accounts or upon request. Mike will be greatly missed but will remain in our hearts forever.

SERVICE

The funeral service for Michael will be held at 1:00pm on Friday June 26, 2020 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Ernesto Aguila Sr.

October 9, 1953 - June 13, 2020

Ernesto Manuel Aguila Sr. of Lodi passed away on June 13, 2020 at the age of 66 in Lodi. Mr. Aguila was born on October 09, 1953 to Manuel and Rosa Aguila in Tijuana, Mexico.

He worked in agriculture and upholstery. He attended Sacramento State University. He loved his family, children and grandchildren. He enjoyed gambling, history, yard sales and collecting antiques. He was a devoted grandfather who worshiped his grandchildren. Mr. Aguila is survived by his children, Teresa Aguila, Oscar Rivera (Trisha) of Lodi, Ernesto Aguila Jr. of Lodi, Natasia Aguila Ruiz of Lodi; Eight grandchildren, Alyssa Mota, Marissa Rivera, Acacia Rivera, Ernesto Aguila III, Oscar Rivera III, Ramon Ruiz, Annalisa Ruiz, and Leticia Buckley. Two great-grandchildren, Alexander and Anakin Lewis-Mota. He was preceded in death by his parents Rosa Ramos Aguila and Manuel Lopez Aguila, the mother of his three children, Lisa Aguila, partner, Sherman Buckley, brothers, Ignacio Aguila and Arturo Aguila, and nephew, Orlando Aguila.

VISITATION

A viewing for friends and family will be held on Monday, June 22, 2020 from 9:00 a.m until 4:00 p.m. at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A service will be held on June 23, 2020 at 1 p.m. also at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. The service will be followed by a dinner at the Moose Lodge, 3824 Woodbridge Rd, Acampo, CA 95220 from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

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Gerald Gandt

November 26, 1934 - June 13, 2020

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Gerald William Gandt died in Lodi, CA on June 13, 2020 at age 85. Gerry is survived by his wife, Amelia Jane Klusendorf Gandt, and their three daughters: Ellen J. Gandt (Sarah Hall) of Boston MA, Megan Gandt Guansing (Alan Guansing) of Seattle WA, and Sarah E. Gandt of Lodi, CA.

Gerry was born in Cedarburg, WI on November 26, 1934 to Anita Irene Gandt and Hilbert W. “Hip” Gandt. He attended Shorewood and Cedarburg High Schools and graduated from Cedarburg High, where he excelled in academics and athletics (playing football, basketball, and baseball among other sports) in 1953.

With an academic scholarship and his athletic prowess, Gerry entered the University of Wisconsin-Madison that fall to study Economics and play football for the Badgers. A knee injury cut short his gridiron career but at the UW he had the good fortune to meet his future wife, Jane Klusendorf, of Barneveld, WI. They both graduated from the UW and were married in 1959. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with their children on an Alaskan cruise. They celebrated 60 years together on dry land, quietly, at home.

While in college, Gerry proudly served in ROTC and did his basic training at Ft. Benning in Georgia. He left the army in 1958 and continued to serve as a 1st Lieutenant in the Reserve for several years.

Gerry began his career in building manufacturing by joining Inland Steel Co. in Milwaukee, WI as a time study man. Over the course of his long career, Gerry occupied a variety of managerial roles, from General Manager to Vice-President. The family saw the U.S. as a result of his work and enjoyed living in Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Tennessee, and California. He retired from Varco Pruden Buildings in Turlock, CA in 1996.

Gerry was a lifelong athlete and sportsman—an avid cyclist, tennis player, hiker, camper, gardener, and fisherman. He was adept with tools and undertook major projects and improvements in each of the family’s homes. He was an excellent writer and took great pleasure in recording stories from life for his family and schoolmates at class reunions. He also shared interests with his daughters as he followed their lives and careers, focusing on a wide array of topics and activities: music, singing, and the harmonica, baking, rowing, dancing, playing bridge, traveling, and photography.

Gerry was loved by many and is deeply missed by his family and friends. As everyone who met him says, his smile could light up a room.

A memorial service will be held in spring 2021 at the White Church Cemetery in Barneveld, WI. Memorials can be sent to the University of Wisconsin-Madison Foundation https://secure.supportuw.org/give/ or to the United Congregational Christian Church of Lodi, 701 S. Hutchins St, Lodi CA 95240.

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