Nettie Threadgill

June 14, 1931 - December 06, 2020

Nettie Threadgill, age 89, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 6th, 2020. She was born on June 14th, 1931 in Barnsdall, Oklahoma to Earl and Jewel Johnson. Here are words from her mother recalling the day Nettie was saved: “Our darling daughter accepted her lord and Savior during Bible school on April 24, 1942 and was presented a Bible from Rev. Hugh Reid who conducted the Bible school.” - Jewel Johnson.

She married Bill Threadgill on December 22nd, 1950 in Joplin, Missouri.  This year would have been their 70th wedding anniversary.

Her favorite job was to teach in Preschool at Orangeburg Christian School in Modesto, CA. She was a huge college football fan of University of Oklahoma.

Nettie lived in California for the last 15 years of her life. She is survived by three daughters Cheryl, Rhonda and Crystal along with three sons-in-law Craig, John and Randy. Nettie has four grandchildren Drew, Carly, Chelsea and Brooke along with their spouses Roni, Chance and Herb. Her great grandchildren whom she loved so much are Noah, Lucy, Mae, Emma, Jack, Elijah, Jillian and Avery.

Romans 5:1-5

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday December 12, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Threadgill family.

Humberto Lopez

April 08, 1948 - December 06, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Wednesday December 16, 2020 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

The memorial service will follow at 1:00pm on Wednesday December 16, 2020 at at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Lopez family.

Sandra Louise Camden Blanton

May 17, 1923 - December 06, 2020

Sandra Louise Camden Blanton, loving and beloved mother, grandmother, wife, and friend.

On December 6, 2020 we lost our mom. She was the kindest, most generous, and best person you could ever meet. Though she rarely attended church, she was extremely religious in her own way, and could often be found studying her Bible. She had deeply held Christian principles that she lived every day of her life.

The youngest of six children, mom was born in the late spring of 1923 in rural Virginia to the former Minnie McClara Campbell, and Thomas Nuckols Camden. From her family she gave and received unconditional love.

As she grew, she displayed an aptitude for the arts. She wrote stories and illustrated them herself, winning prizes for her efforts along the way. She began to sing and in the 1930s and 40s, found herself a frequent performer on local radio shows. She valued family above personal advancement, declining to pursue a scholarship to Juilliard as it would have taken her away from those she loved.

As World War II dawned, she blossomed into a young woman, and her beauty came to rival her artistic talents. She joined the USO and became a poster girl. Before choosing dad, she had 32 separate— previously rejected— proposals of marriage. She said “no” to him too at first and for many times afterwards before he finally won her over.

Mom adored her mother, who unfortunately passed at a young age. Mom’s older sister, Kitty became a second mother to her, and later a favorite aunt to us. If anything, mom’s commitment to family deepened because of this, and her children, Teresa and Steve were the beneficiaries.

She was a devoted mother, giving her children her total, complete, and unconditional love. In return she received unconditional love from them.  She used her artistic talents to her children’s benefit, frequently singing, reading, and drawing with them. She was always there for those she loved, and she loved and was loved by many others in addition to her children.

When dad passed on December 16, 1975 (Kitty passed earlier that same year), she drew on her experiences growing up in the great depression to stretch every penny as far as possible in order to get her family through. She did get us through.

 The day before she passed she said she wanted to see her mother again.  She pointed upward, and asked “Do you see the door?”  However, mom hung on long enough so that we could all see her again.  We weren’t ready to say good bye, but we each got to tell her in our way how much we loved her.  As was her way, she left quietly without fanfare and without company, crossing over in her sleep, with peace, no pain and no fear.  She lived her life on her own terms and left it the same way.

Though we miss her terribly, we know that when that door opened for her, Jesus was on the other side. We know that she is with him now, and that she is with her mother too. That she is with Kitty, with dad; with almost everyone that ever loved her and that she loved in return.  We know that the rest of us will join her one day, and we know that when the door opens for each of us, she will be on the other side waiting.  We love you so much mom!

 She is survived by her daughter Teresa, son Steve, grandson Justin, and daughter-in-law Sophia, who will all cherish her memory for the rest of their lives.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Blanton family.

 

Benjamin Reddish

July 09, 1935 - December 05, 2020

Benjamin J. Reddish, Jr. 85, passed away on December 5, 2020.

Mr. Reddish is well known in the greater Stockton community for his leadership and transformation of the lives many students during his time as an educator in the Stockton Unified School District. Alongside his wife Janie, Mr. Reddish had a life fully dedicated to serving others. He received his Master's degree from the Benerd School of Education in 1971. During his long career as a teacher and counselor in Stockton, he consistently focused his skills on being a role model for youth and providing students with the skills needed to reach their full potential and become productive citizens. In addition to his calling to counsel, Mr. Reddish helped transform lives as a volunteer for Pacific's Community Involvement Program (CIP), and serving on many boards, including The Kiwanis Club of Stockton, the Stockton Symphony Association, The San Joaquin County Historical Society, Phi Delta Kappa International, Stockton Sister Cities Organization, Association of Filipino American Educators, The Esquire Club of Stockton, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., People to People International , SUSD Black Employees Association, National Association for Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). In 2017, he was honored with an award from the Community Involvement Program (CIP) named after him, the Benjamin Reddish Community Impact Award. In 2019, he was honored by the Pacific Alumni Association for the Distinguished Alumni Award for Volunteer Service. Photography was a love of his and he could often be taking photos at various events. When he had an opportunity to share wisdom from the stage/podium, which was often, we heard many stories filled with humor, hope and empowerment. He was the epitome of Black excellence and served as a source of inspiration for many people over a lifetime of leadership, scholarship and genuine love for each and every person who had the pleasure of learning from him. Mr. Reddish will be deeply missed, but his memory and teachings will continue to be cherished by his survivors: his wife, Janie B. Reddish of Stockton, Ca; one son Mr. Benjamin J. Reddish, III of Wyoming, RI, one sister in-law Mary Arnwine of Ivoryton, CT, one nephew Mr. Carlos V. (Shirley) Cave, Sr. of Bluffton, SC, one niece Dr. Harriet Anita Roland of Orangeburg, SC several great nephews and nieces; numerous cousins, loving friends, former students, fraternity brothers and many caring associates.
Mr. Reddish would always ask… "Are you choosing to have a good day?" so let's each remember his words of encouragement as we walk through our daily lives and "Make the Choice to Have a Good Day."
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 13th 2020 at 4:00pm on Zoom. To receive a service bulletin and ZOOM link please e-mail Susie Wanden BY 3:00 p.m. on Friday December 11: swanden@cumcstockton.org. Include your contact information for the guest book.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the scholarship fund honoring Benjamin J. Reddish, Jr.: Benjamin and Janie Reddish Endowed Scholarship, University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Ave Stockton, CA 95211, Attn: Benjamin and Janie Reddish Endowed Scholarship Or electronically: Reference: Benjamin Reddish or Benjamin and Janie Reddish Endowed Scholarship, Online Giving Link: www.pacific.edu/makeagift

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Reddish family.

Wayne Diede

November 20, 1949 - December 05, 2020

Wayne Diede, 71, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Saturday, December 5, 2020.

He was born in Lodi to Lillian Doddington and Lloyd Diede. He spent his childhood on the family ranch working side by side with his brothers and sisters in the vineyards and running cattle. He graduated from Lodi High before enlisting in the US Army where he served as an Airborne Ranger in Vietnam. He earned many medals. Years later he was married and had his two children. Together with his family he built a legacy to be proud of. As a proud owner of Diede Construction / Companies he gave his all. He spent a lifetime giving back to the community.

He was a strong man who was fiercely loyal. A serious man who appreciated a good laugh. He had a great sense of humor. He was an awesome dad and even better grandpa. He loved spending time with the family and chasing or hearing about the grandkids adventures. He enjoyed a warm afternoon on the tractor, a comfy chair and a nice movie with his sweetheart on his lap or a nice book and a quick nap. He was a diehard 49er fan and loved watching and participating in his children's and grandchildren's sports activities. He was always their biggest fan.

He left behind his partner, Donna Bills; his children, Jake (Taylor) Diede and Jessica (Isaac) Ramirez; his grandchildren, Jacob and Jaxon Diede and Genesis and Noah Ramirez; his brothers, Steve (Bo) and Bruce (Tammy) Diede; sisters, Marcia (Bob) Lee and Margo (Mark) Cook; and his many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews who he loved very much.

SERVICE

There will be a private Service Tuesday, December 15th at Cherokee Memorial. He will be laid to rest in the Garden of Freedom.

Dad if I had a choice I would still choose you. Thank you for everything you poured in to us. We love you.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be sent to the American Legion Lodi Post 22 P.O. Box 521 Lodi CA 95241 or Micke Grove Zoo Foundation, ATTN: Park Donation Trust, Miscellaneous Account, 1150 W. Robinhood Dr., Suite 11-A, Stockton, CA. 95207.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Diede family.

Zelma Bradshaw

March 29. 1917 - December 04, 2020

Zelma Mae Bradshaw, age 103, of Charlotte, IA, passed away Friday, December 4, 2020 at her home of natural causes. 

Zelma was born on March 29, 1917 in Allegan, MI, the daughter of Clarence and Bertha (Curtis) Davis.  She married Walther Bradshaw on Sept 21, 1935 in Allegan, MI. He died in 1996.  They moved to Stockton, CA and lived there until she moved to Iowa in 2007.  She was an exceptional cook and waitress at T’s Drive-In for many years.  Zelma enjoyed needlepoint, singing, doing word search puzzles every day, her church activities, and her cats and dogs.

Zelma is survived by her granddaughter Connie (Donald) Lewis of Baxter Springs, KS; her grandson Mark (Tina) Wright of Stockton, CA; and granddaughter in law Joleen Wright of Charlotte, IA; 11 great grandchildren; 16 great great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband- Walter, daughter- Delores Bradshaw Wright, grandson- John Wright, and her brother and 3 sisters.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 11:00am on Monday December 14, 2020 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

The graveside service will follow at 11:00am on Monday December 14, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

Please leave your condolences below.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Bradshaw family.

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Prabha Wati Shandil

Prabha “Susan” Wati Shandil, 81, of Stockton, CA, passed away on December 4, 2020, following a stroke on November 13, 2020.

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Prabha was born in Suva, Fiji  on March 5, 1939 and married Ram Kirpal on June 21, 1958.  They immigrated to the United States with their 4 children in 1971 and lived in California (South San Francisco, Milpitas, Fremont, Stockton) most of their lives.  They were married 62 years.

Prabha took any job to help provide for her family, including working for Agnews hospital for 10 years. She enjoyed her family, cooking, gardening and always had beautiful flowers, fruits and vegetables anywhere she lived and was known for her curries, chutneys and delicious Indian food. 

Prabha is survived by her spouse Ram Kirpal Shandil; children, Ranjani Singh (Eddie), Lajani Prasad, Suresh Shandil (Debbie), Sonny Brunofski (Mike);  grandchildren Neelam Singh, Alex Shandil, Ashley Prasad, Emery Shandil, Nicholas Brunofski and Alyson Shandil; great grandchildren Alexis Domingo, Alyssa Domingo and Michael Domingo; siblings Saras “Sue” Chandra , Chandra “Queenie” Chandra , Sunila “Sunny” Sharma-Singh and Jigendra “Jeff” Maharaj; nieces & nephews; great nieces & nephews, great-great niece, cousins and friends. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jagar Nath Maharaj and Siripati Maharaj; brothers Narendra  “Nick” Sharma, Muni Deo Sharma and Dhirendra Nath “Dave” Sharma.

SERVICES:

A small outdoor service will be held at 1:00pm on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road (Harney Lane at Highway 99), Lodi CA, 95241.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations, please make a donation in her memory, to your choice of organizations which are providing for the currently high time of need.   An additional option is to Plant a tree in memory of Prabha/Susan/Mom/Aji/Nani please visit https://www.alivingtribute.org

Alice Wyatt

July 28, 1926 - December 02, 2020

Alice Irene Weisz Deutscher Wyatt of Lodi passed away early morning on December 2nd. A life lived well leaving an indelible mark on those who knew and loved her. She touched many lives through her membership in clubs, friendships, and as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother.

Alice was born to John and Christina Marie Weisz (Iszler) on July 28, 1926 in Lehr, North Dakota. She spent her early years in Lehr growing up on a farm helping tend to the animals and other daily chores with her siblings. She told stories about her life on the farm and how she enjoyed riding horses bareback. This speaks to her beautiful spirit and zest for life that was undeniable. Later she met and married her husband Harry Deutscher in Streeter, North Dakota. They married in 1946 and had six children together moving from North Dakota, to Montana and eventually settling in California. She was a devoted and loving mother raising her children on her own and working hard to provide for them. Being resourceful she canned fruits and sewed clothing and even cut her children’s hair. She worked as a waitress for over 30 years always greeting her customers with a big smile. Alice was an excellent cook and loved preparing German dishes and deserts for her children and later for her grandchildren. She possessed an incredible strength and positive outlook on life. For her, family was everything!

In 1968 she met Cortez J. Wyatt in the restaurant where she worked. After a courtship they married and enjoyed life together traveling all over the U.S. in their motor home. Alice loved traveling and sightseeing. She had a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature and loved every opportunity she had to pack her bags and go on another adventure.

Other hobbies included square dancing and reading. As Alice’s family grew her love for them did too. She loved her son-in-laws, one daughter-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She had a tremendous energy for life and lived it to the fullest. She embodied a true spirit of living life in the moment. Any one who knew her knew that she did not let the grass grow under her feet.

She belonged to and participated in several organizations over the years including the Moose Lodge, Dakota Club, Emblem Club, Women’s Club, and The Loel Senior Center where she volunteered helping with the monthly news letter, as well as exercised and socialized with the members. She was a woman of devout faith as a member of Lodi First United Methodist Church attending services for many years. It was her strong faith in the Lord that helped her through difficult and challenging times.

Alice is survived by her daughter, Patricia Sherman (Dave), Cheryl Bertsch (Tim), Sharon Frame (Dean), Dennis Deutscher Sr., Janel Graffigna (Pete); her grandchildren Lisa Mayfield (Steve), Dina Ballard (Brandon), Dennis Deutscher Jr. (Marlo), Kevin Warnecke (Michelle), Laree Arreola (Victor), Krissy Knutson (Kevin), Danny Frame (Heather), Brett Graffigna (Chantal), Jeff Bertsch (Ladawn), Julie Biondi; great grand children Garret, Brannon (Cetara), Logan, Blake (Katie), Karli, Savanna (Tyler), Sophia, Aiven, Ivey, Lauren, Breanna, Jake, Carter, Kylee, Katelyn, Kiersten, Colton, Jubilee, Dylan, Cassidy, Madison, Zackary, Austyn; great great grandchildren Avri, Chloe, Bodhi; her brother Ray Weisz (Tippy), sister-in-law Bernice Weisz; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Cortez J. Wyatt, Harry Deutscher; son Bruce P. Deutscher; grandson Troy Graffigna; brothers Ervin Weisz and Milton Weisz, sisters Edna Buck and Averna Kubler.

She will be missed by all.

GRAVESIDE SERVICE

Graveside services will he held at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240. on January 5th at 1:00.

Donations in memory of Alice Wyatt may be made to The Loel Senior Center or Animal Friends Connection Humane Society.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Wyatt family.


Linda Sanchez

November 09, 1961 - December 02, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Friday December 18, 2020 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be follow the visitation at 1:00pm on Friday December 18, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Sanchez family.

Annabelle Cendana

December 12, 1960 - December 01, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held on Tuesday December 8, 2020 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. Also an additional visitation will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Wednesday December 09, 2020 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

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

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Cendana family.

Dod Pen

March 09, 1950 - November 30, 2020

VISITATION

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

SERVICE

A memorial service will be held at 1:00p, on Tuesday December 15, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Pen family.

Jessie Hannay

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Stockton native Jessie G. Hannay passed away at home on November 28, 2020, two months after her 100th birthday.

Jessie was born and raised in Stockton, where she received a BA in Education from College of the Pacific and embarked upon a career as an elementary school teacher.  She later earned a Master’s Degree in Education from Columbia University and taught in both San Francisco and Daly City.  At her home at Plymouth Square in Stockton, Jessie (a life-long Methodist) enjoyed playing the piano for religious services.  Jessie was a big fan of pets, especially cats.  She had pets almost all her life, and her cat “Dickens” was instrumental in encouraging Jessie to recover from illness several years ago.  Jessie was the much beloved Best Aunt Ever to her five nieces, who certainly knew how lucky they were to have her.  She (all by herself) even braved taking all five of them to Disneyland when they were young children.  What aunt would take that on!  Jessie was recently honored when her great-grandnephew was named after her: Lucas Jesse McCray.  Jessie couldn’t have been prouder.  She was an absolutely wonderful woman who was cherished by many!  She will be missed.

Jessie is survived by her five nieces Kathryn Hannay (husband Tom McCray), Adriane Antonelli (husband Robert), Dustyn, Anne Cammack (husband Michael) and Alison Grey (husband Roger), as well as by her 7 great- and great-grand nieces and nephews. 

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hannay Family.

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