Jimmie Bowling

October 29, 1932 - August 12, 2020

Jimmie passed away on August 12, 2020. Jimmie was born in Oklahoma on October 29, 1932, moved to CA in 1947 and resided in Lodi for the last 32 years. Jimmie was a loving wife to John "JB" Bowling for 72 years. She was also a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother.
 Jimmie is survived by her son, Carl Bowling (Lorene); her grandchildren, Myke Bowling (Jill), Jennifer Verdon (Mikey), Raymond Downs (LT), Kelly King, Jason Maxwell (Shauna), Sean Maxwell (Renee), Wendy Reynolds (Rob); 20 great-grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild.

Jimmie enjoyed spending time with her family, selling Home Interiors and working at the cannery. She was a faithful member to her church and a wonderful friend to all she knew.

Jimmie will be laid to rest at a private ceremony at Cherokee Memorial on August 19, 2020.

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Rosie Solis

May 28, 1939 - August 10, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Thursday August 20, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240

SERVICE

The graveside service will follow at 12:30pm Thursday August 20, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Judith McLane

December 30, 1940 - August 9, 2020

Judith Kay McLane, 79 years of age, passed away peacefully in the presence of her family at Hospice House in Stockton on Saturday, August 1, 2020 following a long and heroic battle with diabetes.  With her were her daughters, Jane and Jill Thomas, and her husband, Michael Harmon.  Some 50 years ago when she was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus it was a virtual death sentence, but she courageously refused to let the disease dictate her life and who she was.  She participated in sports, including golf and tennis (a membership at Woodbridge Golf and Country Club), waterskiing, volleyball, swimming at Jack Chappell’s Swimming Club, roller skating and tennis.  She took ballroom dancing from Jesslyn Pearson.  She and Mike were avid Bridge players.

Judy was born in Stockton on December 30, 1940 to Kenneth and Vivian L. (Benton) McLane and was a life-long resident of Lodi.  She attended Emerson School through third grade, Needham School from fourth through eighth grades and Lodi Union High School, from which she graduated in the class of 1958.  She then attended Sacramento State University.  In Needham School she was a member of the 8th grade Glee Club.

She became a dental assistant, working for her father-in-law, Doctor Byron Thomas, DDS and worked as office manager for Dr. Mardini, M.D. for some years.  At one time she was a co-owner of the Lodi Crusher Semi-pro baseball team.  She was active in and worked for many charitable organizations, such as Lodi House, the Marc Club, the Salvation Army and the Lodi Public Library.  She took piano lessons from William Pisani.

On April 16, 1998 Judy and Mike traveled to Kauai, Hawaii and were married by a 7th Day Adventist pastor in a small service at the Fern Grotto.  Being active in the Church included teaching in the better living Chips Program and accompanying Mike on the piano for some of his vocal solos.  Judy and Mike set a challenge for themselves of visiting all fifty United States and every National Park, and they succeeded.

Judy is survived by her husband of 22 years, (Charles) Michael Harmon, two daughters, Jill M. Thomas (Eric), Jane E. Thomas (Levi Huffman), stepson Randy Harmon, step-granddaughter Mia Harmon, step-grandson, Logan Harmon, stepdaughter Lori Harmon and step-granddaughters Taylor and Steffani Harmon.  Judy was preceded in death by her sister Joanne Rantz (Tony).

She was a long time member of the Marc Club, Friends of the Library, LPL Foundation, and English Oaks 7th Day Adventist Church.

Judy and Mike have selected cremation, so there will not be a funeral service.  In lieu of flowers we urge you to make donations to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Lodi House, PAWS, MedicAlert Foundation, the Salvation Army, a worthwhile local charity of your choice or to the Mike and Judy Harmon Charitable Trust care of the Mike and Judy Harmon Donor Advised Fund in care of the Lodi Community Foundation, 955 University Avenue, Suite A, Sacramento, CA 95825.

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Lyda Schimke

December 19, 1929 - August 9, 2020

Lyda Dell (Baumbach) Schimke -  passed away peacefully in Spokane,WA on Sunday-August 09, 2020.

Lyda was born in Sykeston,ND on December 19,1929 to Valentine and Mabel (Johnson) Baumbach. Her Family soon settled in Bowden,ND until moving on to Okanogan,WA for her father’s job. Lyda’s family moved once again in the early 40’s settling in Lodi,CA. She attended Lodi High School where she was avidly involved in drama, music, gymnastics and sports and graduated with her class in 1948. Lyda earned an A.S. Degree in Secretarial Business from Delta College two years later. She also worked at Richmaid’s, on and off, for the Hansen family in the late 40’s and early 50’s. Lyda married her high school sweetheart, Wesley Harold Schimke on July 23,1950 in Lodi,CA. Lyda and Wes were married for 68 years before Wes passed away on Oct. 26,2018.

Later, during their early years, and when their daughters started school, Lyda worked nites at Lodi Memorial Hospital as a nurses aide, then as an office assistant for Dr. Chris Keszler, DDS. In time, she moved on to Office Manager for Drs. Robert Hopkins and Alan Nakanishi, Opthamology Grp. in Stockton til retirement.

Lyda is survived by her 3 Daughters, Shelly(Harvey) Zinke of Spokane,WA-Candy (Russ) Breitmaier of Walla Walla,WA and Susan(Reg)Smith of Acampo,CA-including, 7 Grandchildren and 17 Great-Grandchildren, many nephews,nieces and cousins. Lyda was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Harold Schimke,her parents, Val and Mabel(Johnson) Baumbach,her parent-in-laws, Frederick and Katie (Fueller) Schimke Including her 3 brothers, Glen Baumbach, Donald Baumbach and Jim Baumbach whom she loved dearly.

She was a member of the Lodi Fairmont SDA Church serving in many leadership responsibilities. Her love for Jesus inspired and gave her zest for life and purpose. Lyda’s smile, friendly personality and love for others was contagious. Both she and Wes enjoyed traveling worldwide, their family camping events, gardening and enjoying fun memories at their cabin with family and friends. These were special times in her life, the gatherings were cherished by her. Family, their friends, her Church, music and laughter surrounded her life positively affecting others with her inner joy and peace.

In Iieu of flowers, donations may be given to: ADRA, AWR, Lodi Academy & Lodi SDA Elem. School Worthy Student Funds & Maranatha Missions.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Friday August 28, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240

GRAVESIDE SERVICE

The graveside service will be at 1:30pm on Saturday August 29, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Ramona Kirk

May 18, 1934 - August 9, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Friday, August 14, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

The graveside service will be held at 1:30pm on Saturday August 15, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Carolyn Madden

January 4, 1938 - August 9, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1;00pm - 4:00pm on Tuesday August 18,2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held at 12:00pm on August 19, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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June Cook

January 15, 1934 - August 9, 2020

June Cook, “Auntie June” “Nurse June”, 86 of Stockton, CA returned to her Heavenly home on August 9, 2020. She was born in 1934 to Robert and Bessie Griffin in Auburn, CA.

June served her country with the US Navy. She was a beloved nurse at St. Josephs hospital in Stockton, pediatrics unit, for 20 years. She then joined St. Josephs medical associates as a pediatric nurse for many more years until her retirement in 2001. After St. Josephs she worked at Dr. McCormics private pediatric practice until she retired in 2001. June was an avid Stockton Ports fan, and never missed a game.

Services will be held at Cherokee Memorial Cemetery on August 27, 2020 at 11am in the Garden of Trees.
Viewing will be at Cherokee Funeral Home at 831 Industrial Way in Lodi, CA on Wednesday August 26 from 1pm to 4pm.

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Norma Statham

December 11, 1931 - August 8, 2020

Born on Dec 11th , 1931 in Paradise, Texas she was the youngest daughter of 8 children, 5 brothers and 2 sisters. Norma spent most of her youth in Texas. World War 2 was breaking out and the family moved West to California. This is where Norma finished her youth. As a young woman Norma married, divorced and on her own sent two daughters to Catholic school, bought a home, worked as head clerk of GEM. These were milestones for a woman in that era.

“On Blueberry Hill” Norma met the love of her life, Hoyt Statham. They brought two families together Norma with Jennifer and Cindy. Hoyt with Randy, Mike, and Patti. Norma and Hoyt, both worked at Emby’s Foods and eventually bought out the grocery store and changed the name to Hoyt Foods.

Retired at 50 nothing made her happier than having their family near. Together Norma and Hoyt enjoyed traveling with the Good Sam’s club, fishing, golfing, gambling and playing cards with family and friends. When Hoyt died, she remained a strength and comfort to the family they had built. Norma loved being active. In addition to the things Norma had enjoyed with Hoyt she added to her circle of friends by engaging in other activities, Bunco, Red Hats, Tai Chi and going to plays.

The last remaining years of her life was enhanced by her caregiver Alishia, she was a dear friend and companion. This cannot end without mentioning her love for her doggie bear that though stinky brightened her days. Norma enjoyed staying as active as she could until she fell asleep in death peacefully on 8/8/2020 leaving behind a beautiful legacy of loving memories.

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Sally Lemke

January 31, 1946 - August 5, 2020

On August 5th we lost our beloved wife, mother, and friend. Our hearts are broken. She was unable to overcome infection acquired in the hospital after heart surgery. 

She was a remarkable woman who led an extraordinary life. We will miss her loving heart, sense of humor, and genuine interest in life and the people in it.

After graduation from the University of Wisconsin in 1968, Sally went to work as a systems analyst for the Defense Department in Battle Creek, Michigan. In 1969 she married her husband Bob, who she met in college. He was transferred to San Diego in 1977 and she went to work as a systems trainer at General Dynamics. In 1983 his job took them to Pago Pago, American Samoa where she immersed herself in island culture and life. Their son Jonathan was born in 1985 and a year later they returned to California, settling in Woodbridge. 

She was interested and active in education and academics, and served on the School Board of St. Anne's School. She co-directed the science olympiad and academic pentathlon programs and directed the bingo program to raise funds for the school. After her son's graduation from high school she worked as an office manager for San Joaquin County Mental Health in Tracy. She and her husband were married for 51 years and traveled extensively during their careers and after retirement. 

We will miss her dearly, but are so grateful we were able to share in her remarkable life. She is survived by her husband; their son, Jonathan; and daughter-in-law, Berit. She will also be missed by her brother,Lee Verheyen and his wife, Mary Lou of San Antonio, Texas; her sister, Sue Allcox of DePere, Wisconsin; her in-laws, Ron and Sue Lemke, Glenn and Yvonne Lemke, and Judi Lemke; many nieces and nephews; and her special friend Susan Shamber. 

It was her wish to have her body donated to science and we will do our best to comply. If you would like to remember her, please perform an act of kindness for a child or donate in her name to your favorite educational program.

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