Betty Martin

November 3, 1931 - September 15, 2020

Betty L. Martin November 13, 1931 - September 15, 2020 Betty L. Martin passed away on September 15, 2020 at the Vienna Nursing and Rehabilitation Home in Lodi, California while under Hospice care. During these times of the Covid-19 virus, we would like to take the opportunity to thank St. Joseph's Hospital and Vienna Nursing Home for allowing her husband and daughter to be with her several times, both in person and facetime, before her passing. Betty was born in Cushing, Oklahoma and came to Stockton, California with her family at a young age. She attended Edison High School and graduated from Stockton High School. While at Edison, she met her husband, Tony J. Martin. They were married in June of 1949 and enjoyed 71 years together - although they would both tell you they had 73 years together total, including dating! After Tony and Betty's retirement, they traveled the United States in their fifth wheel trailer, then their motor home. Whether traveling with friends, or by themselves, they enjoyed every trip because every trip was an adventure. Although we have to say, just going the distance of 73 years together is a whole adventure all by itself! Betty is survived by her husband, Tony; daughter and son-in-law Toni Renee and Robert Langsfeld, daughter-in-law LaRae Martin, grandchildren Jodi Langsfeld, Cara and her husband Jim Heath, Stacey and her husband Kirk Klafter, Garrett Silva and his wife Erin; great grandchildren Kira and Brandon Klafter, Nathan and Isaac Silva. Betty was preceded in death by her sisters Rubye Vukovich and Eileen Ulm; she is survived by her sister Norma Devlin. Betty's son, Joseph E. Martin, passed in January 2018 and was waiting for her with open arms.

As requested by the family, there will be no services.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin. From all of us, family and friends alike, who love you and Joe so much, have fun on your next adventure!

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Martin family.

Hope Newton

October 16, 1932 - September 15, 2020

Hope Newton of Lodi, California, 87, went home to meet Jesus, her Lord and Savior, the morning of Tuesday, September 15, 2020.  Hope was born to Antonio and Refugio Daniel in Holtville, California, October 16, 1932.  She worked for Safeway 36 years, retired in 1988.  It was at Safeway, that she met the love of her life, Roland Newton.  On their first date, Hope and Roland had their first kiss; with a “clink” of their glasses a match was made in heaven. They were married three weeks later for over 55 years.  

Hope was a dedicated and passionate member of St Anne’s Catholic Church serving in Jesus’ name.  She served as an Eucharistic minister to elderly shut-ins and was an active member of Legion of Mary and Daughter’s of Isabella. Hope also enjoyed being a Spanish Speaking volunteer at local schools.  During her retirement years, she enjoyed traveling with her late husband, hosting family dinners and shopping for a bargain. 

Hope is survived by her four loving children Lora (Michael) Young of Stockton, Susan (Jim) Kasinger of Lodi, Mark Newton of Spokane, WA and Pamela (Fred) Campbell of Fresno; grandchildren Tara  (Nathan) Spiess, Tim Mahaffey, Alicia Young, Michelle Young, Holly (Shane) Peck, Marissa Benson, Jacquelyn Tongue, Roland Newton, Justine (Chris) Pulver, Patrick (Shelby) Mason and 9 great grandchildren.  She is also survived by her brother Richard (Francis) Daniel and many cousins.

Friends and Family are invited to:

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 11:00am on Saturday October 17, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240. (Only 10 persons at a time).

GRAVESIDE SERVICE

A graveside service will be held following the visitation at 12:00pm Saturday October 17, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.  Mask and social distancing are required (outside, may bring your own chair).

Please sign the online guest book at www.cherokeememorial.com/index.htm

The family requests in lieu of flowers please make donations in honor of Hope Newton to Lodi St Anne’s Legion of Mary or Lodi Loel Senior Center.

Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. With sincere sadness Hope Newton’s Family.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Newton family.


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Many Sem Phay

March 5, 1924 - September 14, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Saturday September 19, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held at 1:30pm on Monday September 21, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

Please leave your condolences below.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Phay family.

Charles Raymer

March 12, 1947 - September 09, 2020

On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, Charles “Charlie” Raymer passed away at the age of 73.  Charlie was born in Aberdeen, KY to Uda and Verlene (Miller) Raymer on March 12, 1947.  He enlisted in the US Army, serving his country in the Vietnam War.  While stationed at Sharpe Army Depot, he met and married his first wife, Sherry (Morse) Raymer.  They had two children, Michelle “Miki” and Steven.  Charlie and Sherry were married for nearly 20 years until her sudden passing in August 1986.  Charlie found love again with Janice (Barnes) Raymer.  Charlie and Janice enjoyed traveling during their 32 year marriage until her death in October 2019.  

Charlie was known for his outstanding work ethic.  He took pride in all that he did; whether it be working in the automotive service and hardware industries or caring for his home and yard.  He was a member of the 49er Faithful through the good and bad years, wearing his 49er shirts with pride.  He and Janice enjoyed traveling in their motor home, going to Alaska and trips to Yellowstone.  Charlie loved his dog, Rusty.  When working at Goodyear, Rusty would go to work with him every day.  Charlie loved Rusty so much that his final wish is to have his ashes mixed with Rusty’s ashes and spread out at Bodega Bay.

Charlie was preceded in death by his father, Uda Raymer; mother, Verlene Raymer; first wife, Sherry Raymer; second wife, Janice Raymer; brother, Leon Raymer; sister, Justine Voorhies; and grandson, Cody Morales.  Charlie is survived by his siblings, David Raymer, Generalle Raymer, and Christine Stayrook; daughter, Miki Raymer; son, Steven (Jackie) Raymer; step-children, Linda (Jose) Contreras, Gail Emery, and Rueben Garcia; grandchildren, Jennifer Contreras, Joseph (Kimberly) Cohart, Jordan Morales, Eric (Alyssa) Contreras, Christopher Contreras, and Kallie Raymer; great-grandchildren, Nevaeh Moncada-Morales, Jayden Morales, Azalea Morales, Lazlo Cohart, Lola Contreras, and Mia Contreras.

SERVICE

A memorial service to celebrate Charlie’s life will be held on Sunday, September 20, 2020, at King Island Resort on West Eight Mile Road at 1:00 pm

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Raymer family.

Dorothy Blais Mulvihill

March 27, 1934 – September 8, 2020

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The family of Dorothy Blais Mulvihill regrets to announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother.

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Dottie was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Stockton, to Raymond and Elma Blais. She grew up I their Lodi home with her sister Martha and brother Jim. As a girl, she was active in Campfire, Rainbow Girls, and Job’s Daughters Bethal no. 159, who elected her Honored Queen in 1953. In 1952, she was a member of the Grape Festival Queen’s Court. From a very young age, she was active in theatre and dance, including teaching dance in her early teens.

A member of Lodi High Class of 1951, Dottie was always busy in school performing, chairing committees, and as an award-winning member of the Speech team. While attending Stockton College, she was offered a scholarship from the Speech and Radio Department at College of the Pacific (UOP). She was honored to be a student of renowned theatre professor DeMarcus Brown and appeared in many productions.

Upon her graduation from COP in 1954, Dottie accepted a teaching position at El Segundo High in Los Angeles. Although she enjoyed the job and made many friends, she returned north for graduate studies at UC Berkley. While there, she became involved with the London Circle Players, a theatre company in Jack London Square established by several friends from COP. It was at an audition there that she met fellow actor Edward Mulvihill, who went on to become her husband of over 54 years. They eventually settled in the valley with their children Patrick, Sandy, and Deanna. In the 1960s, the couple were well known for their involvement on-stage and behind the scenes at Stockton Civic Theatre.

After teaching positions at Lodi High, Clayton Valley High, and Stagg High (where she coached a popular modern dance troupe), in 1968 Dottie accepted a teaching position at Manteca High and the family moved to the new community of Raymus Village. In addition to joining the English Department at MHS, Dottie took on her most cherished role as the new Drama teacher. Over the next three decades, she would establish Thespian Troupe 1507, the Manteca Young Actors Children’s Theatre, and the Manteca Community Theatre. She was always especially grateful for the support she received from her new hometown and its business owners, many of whom became dear friends.

Dottie was active with many theatre companies throughout Northern CA as an actress, director, and costumer. She was well known for her one-women performance, including “The Belle of Amherst” and her series of Women of the West presentations, which she created. She received many awards and honors throughout her teaching and theatre careers, including the Golden Apple Award and induction into the Manteca Hall of Fame. After retirement, MUSD renamed the MHS auditorium the Dorothy Blais Mulvihill Theatre in acknowledgement of her commitment to bringing live theatre to Manteca. Never wishing t slow down, after retirement, Dottie returned to SCT to work, perform, and teach adult and children’s acting classes. It was only the onset of Alzheimer’s Disease which finally brought an end to her seven decades in the theatre.

Dottie is preceded in death by her husband Ed, her siblings Martha and Jim, her brothers-in-law Milton, Richard, and Tom, and sisters-in-law Gertrude and Madeline. She is survived by her children Patrick (Sharron), Sandy (William Badgett), and Deanna, granddaughters Caitlin and Megan, sister-in-law Carol Blais, and her nieces and nephew and their families. She also leaves behind many cherished friends and former students.

Dottie will be interred at Cherokee Memorial Park. Due to current circumstance, a celebration of her life will be announced at a later date.

 

Donna Kirkendall

April 18, 1959 - September 8, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation for Donna will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Thursday September 17, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be at 11:00am on Friday September 18, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

Please leave your condolences below.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Kirkendall family.

Eli D. Laboca

July 9, 1949 - September 8, 2020

VISITATON

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Thursday September 17, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240

SERVICE

There will be a graveside service at 12:00pm on Friday September 18, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

Please leave your condolences below.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Laboca family.

Alexander Ferguson, Jr.

Alexander Ferguson, Jr.(Al) 83, passed away September 7, 2020 in Lodi, California. Born in Van Nuys, California, he was the son of Inee and Alexander Ferguson, Sr.

Al had been a long-term driver at Teresi Trucking as well as various other companies through out his fifty years in trucking.  Throughout his life’s work as a trucker, he was a very respected mentor to a younger generation of drivers.  Al met many people and made good friends along the way.

Al belonged to the Lodi Community Church, he was an accomplished cook, and enjoyed barbecuing for friends and family and for all the Nascar races.

Al is proceeded in death his father, Alexander Sr. and Mother Inee Ferguson, his daughters Debra D. Ferguson and Billie Manzo, son Rick Ferguson, brothers Harry and Richie, and his best furry friends Patches.

He is survived by his sons Greg Ferguson and Sammy Manzo, Daughters Donna Hamilton and Dena Battaglia, and son in law Brian Battaglia, four grandchildren and one great grandchild.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later time.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Ferguson family.

Please leave your condolences below.

 

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