John Boger

November 10, 1929 - February 01, 2021

John Jacob Boger, 91, left us peacefully on Monday, February 1, 2021 at his home surrounded by his wife and children.

John was a loving husband to his wife, Jean, of 57 years and devoted father to his children, John Walter Boger and Diane Wilhelmina Hagen. He was a pillar to our family and will be greatly missed.

John was born on November 10, 1929 in Garrison, ND. He was one of eleven children born to the parents of Daniel and Wilhelmina Boger. He was raised on the family farm near Garrison, ND. They taught all 11 children to live off the land from the commodities they produced. He graduated from Garrison High School in 1947. He left North Dakota and served in the Marines Corp during the Korean War from 1951-1953. After being honorably discharged, he came to Lodi, CA to help his brother Elmer recover from an auto accident. John loved the Lodi Area and decided to settle, where he met his loving wife, Jean. John built his home in Acampo and was employed at General Mills for over 40 years. He received his certification in diesel mechanics in 1956 to further enhance his skills while working there. Upon his retirement, he continued his passion of gardening and canning. He was known for his canned Marchant peppers, dill pickles and making German sauerkraut with his mother's cabbage shredder. John's family and friends never left his home without flats of vegetables or canned goods (even his fellow workers at General Mills).
John's devotion to his wife and children was truly amazing! He and his wife, Jean, spent many hours in their garden. They taught and assisted their children with 4-H projects, resulting in many blue ribbons from the County Fair and Lodi Grape Festival. John has passed on his passions and talents of building, mechanics, and gardening to each of them. They will continue to share their father's passions and legacy.

He is survived by his wife, Jean; his two children, John W. and Diane (Lonnie) Hagen; his grandchildren, Hannah (Josh) Larson and John Robert; his younger sister, Ruby Boger (Garrison, ND); his sisters-in-law, Barbara (Leroy) Taylor and Dorothy (Jerry) Pruden; his sister-in-law, Gertrude (Fred) Boger (Kansas City, MO), and many nieces and nephews.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Wilhelmina Boger; his brothers and sisters, Emma (Arnold) Halquist, Fred Boger, Elmer Boger, Edwin (Josie) Boger, William (Beverly) Boger, Rueben (Dorothy) Boger, Leo Boger (Cathy), Alvin (Doris) Boger, and Marlene (Jerome) Bauer; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Walter and Amanda Loney; his brother-in-law, Jack Loney and sister-in-law, Kathryn Loney.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, February 10th from 1 - 4 p.m. at Cherokee Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi CA. A celebration of life will take place Thursday, February 11th at 9 a.m. at Faith Community Church, 18621 CA-99, Acampo, CA, followed by a grave side service for family and friends at 11 a.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 & E. Harney Ln, Lodi CA.

A special thanks to A PLUS Hospice, for their special love and care in helping John and the family through these last difficult months.

We want everyone to be safe. We will be following the COVID policies for social distancing and wearing mask. Mask will be provided.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Wednesday February 10, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Thursday February 11, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Melton Larkey

May 19, 1946 - January 31, 2021

Melton Ambert Larkey was born May 19, 1946 in Los Angeles, CA. He was raised by his dad, Basil Larkey and step-mom Era Mae Larkey in San Andreas, CA. He was adventurous and industrious as a child and recounted stories of roaming the hills and town, collecting bottles to turn in for change to buy candy. He attended and graduated Calaveras High School with high marks and joined the Air Force. While serving in the Air Force he attended Syracuse University in New York where he studied Foreign Language and Communication. Mel was a very devoted son and always made sure his mom EraMae was well taken care of after his father passed away. He also attended and graduated from San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, CA where he met his wife Susan Larkey. Mel and Susan had two children, Melody and Wade, who became the joy and focus of Mel’s life. Mel loved to spend his free time taking the kids to do fun activities such as visits to the ocean, Half Moon Bay, the American River in Sacramento for rafting, and swimming in melted snow water in the Jackson foothills. He was young at heart and enjoyed playing right alongside the kids. Every Spring and Summer he would take the family to visit his aunt in Long Beach and to enjoy different amusement parks in southern California. Mel had a great sense of adventure and loved the outdoors. He would take the back road any chance he got just to explore and see the countryside. He enjoyed mechanics and loved working on and restoring his MG sports cars. He appreciated the simple things in life and often took drives just to watch the sunset.

Mel was very friendly and could strike up a conversation with almost anyone he met. He was known for being a very intellectual person and loved a good crossword puzzle. He was also very athletic and loved to play and watch basketball. After retiring from his career working at the post office, Mel relocated from Stockton, CA to the Sacramento area where he spent much of his time attending drive in movies, going out to eat, and exploring the beauty of the California countryside. He also attended Trinity Missionary Baptist Church in Citrus Heights where he was baptized by Pastor Braden Barnum. Mel was preceded in death by his older sister Janet Larkey and his younger brother George Larkey. Mel is survived by his younger sister Marlene Juarez and younger brother Steve Larkey as well as his children Melody Lopez and Wade Larkey, his grand-sons Antonio Lopez and Roberto Lopez and many nieces and nephews. He entered into rest on January 31, 2021 in Lodi, CA. He will greatly be missed by his family and friends. 

GRAVESIDE SERVICE

A graveside service will be held at 1:30pm on Thursday February 11, 2021 at at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

Link to a YouTube picture video slide show: https://youtu.be/kj5osfhmEEY.

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Betty Harrington

December 29, 1925 - January 31, 2021

Prominent businesswoman in the Lodi/Stockton area. Loyal caretaker and beloved friend. She will be missed by Nancy Cullen (and family), Rachel Miles (and family), Bill Ross, Diane Stewart, Marlene Stephenson, and many others.

A private burial service will take place on Feb 4, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi.

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Chris Brodehl

September 15, 1929 - January 30, 2021

Christ Junior Brodehl passed away on January 30, 2021, age 91, in Lodi, California. He was born on September 15, 1929 to Christ and Emilia Brodehl in Harvey, North Dakota. He served the U.S. Army in 1948 for 3 ½ years, in Trieste Italy as a Tanker Driver and worked as a gunner. Chris worked at Alameda Times and Lodi Sentinel as a typesetter. He also worked as a volunteer fireman with Copperopolis Fire Department.

Chris praised God at Bear Creek Community Church. His hobbies included running 5k and 10k races every weekend from the age of 64 -85 years young. He enjoyed the great outdoors, kayaked with Cindy at Lodi Lake. Chris loved to dance and listening to country western music. He also loved his sweet caretakers, Brooke, Debbie and Elena. Chris loved spending time with family and friends.

Chris is survived by his daughter Cindy Payton; stepchildren, Vicki Smith, Karen Connick, Joe Patterson; 14 step grandchildren; 29 step great grandchildren; also survived by close friends, Fried and Gloria Bodenmuller, and David and Norma Mann.

He is preceded in death by his parent, Christ and Emilia Brodehl; wife Jordis J. Brodehl; stepchildren, Eric Patterson and Brian Patterson; also preceded in death by his 5 brothers and 4 sisters.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held fro 9:00am - 12:00pm on Saturday February 20, 2021 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

 SERVICE

A graveside service will follow at 1:00pm on February 20, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Bob Watts

April 04, 1951 - January 29, 2021

A broken hearted family taking a moment to share with you that Bob passed peacefully in his home on the Friday of January 29th 2021 in his sleep. Bob had humble beginnings being born to Vernon and Mary L. Watts in the small town of Dennard, Arkansas on April 4th, 1951. Soon after his birth the Watts family moved to California in 1952 and settled in Acampo in 1957 where he grew up. As a young man Bob was a truck driver starting at just 12 years old before later becoming half owner of T and E Watts Bros Trucking in Acampo. He then became a career carpenter for 42 years. 1969 Bob met the love of his life and future wife Brenda Carnelison, his "Babydoll", in which he was married happily to for 49 years until his passing. Bob was a hardworking, self-sacrificing and loving family man. He was the kind of family man that anyone could go to for anything and he would drop what he was doing for you. He was the friend you called on when you needed help.

Bob is preceded in death by his father, Vernon Watts; mother, Mary Watts; and sister, Phyllis Mastel; and brother-in-law, Richard Mastel. Bob leaves behind his wife, Brenda Watts; daughter, Rhonda Watts and Ramsey Ledford of Clements; daughter, Bobbi and son-in-law, Brian Torrez of Acampo; son, Daniel Watts of Acampo; and son, Mick Watts of Acampo. He also leaves behind his granddaughters, Jessica Torrez of Elk Grove and Eme Villegas of Clements; grandsons, Nathaniel Torrez and Mimi Torres of Acampo, Tyler Pilliken of Clements, Joseph Torrez of Acampo and Adrian Torrez of Acampo; and great-grandchildren, Dawn Pillsbury of Clements and Rosalie Villegas of Clements. Additionally he leaves behind his sister, Wanda Danhke and brother-in-law, Ron Danhke of Acampo and Tom Watts and sister-in-law, Sheila Watts of Galt.

A celebration of life service will be held on February 27th at 1 p.m. at Bob's home. The service will be held outside, we have rented a tent and table and chairs. We are social distancing. We will be providing masks and ask that you wear them. Food will be catered in from El Rodeo.

If you have a picture of Bob you would like to share and a favorite memory or story you could write on the back of the picture to leave for the family, that would be great.

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Maria Del Rosario Langarica De Ortega

February 07, 1930 - January 29, 2021

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Thursday February 18 , 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

FUNERAL SERVICE

The funeral service will be held at 10:00am on Friday February 19, 2021 at St. Georges.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held at 12:00pm on Friday February 19, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Stephen Champion

July 27, 1961 - January 27, 2021

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Sunday February 7, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm on Monday February 8, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Nadyne Phyllis Sessions

November 25, 1924 - January 27, 2021

On January 27, 2021, Nadyne P. Sessions made her Peaceful Heavenly journey home held tightly in the arms of her daughter Renee; surrounded by her son-in-law Marc, her grandson Brandon & wife Mallory, and her sister-in-law Kathryn Hardy.

Nadyne was born to Clarence A. Hardy and Lula Blanche O’Brian on November 25, 1924 in Little River, Kansas.

Nadyne, after graduating from Stockton High School in 1943, went directly to work for Bank of America where she worked until the birth of her daughter Renee in 1952. She met her handsome Airforce Pilot, LaVor Sessions, stationed at Stockton Field in 1945, on a blind date. Love blossomed and they were married on March 31, 1946. They were lovingly married for 60 years.

Nadyne became a full time homemaker and was actively involved in her community. While Renee was attending school she participated in all of the Waterloo and Linden community activities, fund raisers, spaghetti feeds, cookie sales, Whist Card Parties, Fashion Shows, PTA, 4H and Rainbow for girls. She was an active member in Linden Order of Eastern Star and a member of Stockton Covenant Church. Nadyne enjoyed accompanying her husband, LaVor to all the Linden Lion Club social gatherings. She was an ardent San Francisco Giants fan and knew most of the players by name. In her twilight years she thoroughly enjoyed the Girls Canasta Group and their monthly birthday lunches.

Besides her loving husband and daughter, her Pride and Joy was her Grandson, Brandon. “Nana” as Brandon called her became an integral part of his life. She was known to be “the Fetcher” when she baseball with Brandon and his young friends, in their backyard. Papa pitched, Nana fetched. It was quite the Team. Along with Papa, Nana attended all of Brandon’s school sports and musical activities throughout his life. Her proudest moment was when she regally walked on Brandon’s arm down the aisle at his wedding, February 22, 2020. She was the Queen escorted by her beloved “Little Prince” on his memorable day.

The family would like to thank mom’s caregivers and the Hospice of San Joaquin Staff for their efficient and loving care. To our loving friends we thank you for your continued prayers and emotional support during this difficult time. To her dearest friends, she thanks you for a lifetime of friendships.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm on Tuesday February 9, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

A Celebration of Life will be announced in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, donati9ons can be made to Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95204 or the American Cancer Society.

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Gilbert Klipfel

September 08, 1948 - January 26, 2021

Gilbert Herbert Klipfel lost his battle with cancer January 26 at the age of 72. Gil was born September 8, 1948 in Ipswich, South Dakota. His family moved to Lodi in 1952. Gil graduated from Lodi High School in 1967 and was drafted into the Army where he served with the Screaming Eagles 101 St Airborne Division, Airmobile in Vietnam. In 1971 he married Catherine Baumgartner and made their home in Lodi. Gil worked many years at Guild Winery, General Mills Squeez-it Plant and retired from Holz Rubber Company shipping and receiving. Gil loved fishing and was a co-founder of the No Name Striper Club. He belonged to many organizations throughout the years but was currently an active member of the Moose Club. Tuesdays were his favorite day of the week, senior day at Jackson Rancheria Casino, how he loved to see and talk to his friends!

Gil is survived by his partner of 27 years, Rosy Rathjen; his mother, Dolores Klipfel; brothers, Russell (Sharon) and Todd Klipfel, sons, Jonathan (Sherri), Jason (Marci) and Joseph (Stephanie) Klipfel; stepchildren, Lisa Ereth and Robert (Monica) Rathjen; as well as his beloved grandchildren, Destiny, Jayde, Mason, Erianna, Catherine, Devin, Samantha, Thomas, Allison and Kai.

Gil was preceded in death by his wife, Catherine; father, Herbert; and brother, Mark Klipfel.

There will be a graveside service February 9 at 1:00 PM at Cherokee Memorial Park. Viewing will be at Cherokee Funeral Home from 9 am - 12 pm at 831 Industrial Way Lodi. Because of Covid we will have a celebration of life later! In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice of San Joaquin County.

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Donna Gedda

August 13, 1934 - January 25, 2021

Donna Gedda was born in August, 1934, and passed away on January 25th, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her best friend and husband, Neil, who proposed to her via phone, as she headed to Germany to teach for a year. Donna loved being a teacher and instilled the love of reading in countless children, including her cousin Marilyn's children and grandchildren. Christmas would not have been Christmas without the gifts of Scholastic books or Lady Bug magazine from Donna and Neil.
Donna and Neil spent summers traveling the world and taking road trips around California and Washington but they also treasured their time at home in Lodi. They were huge USC football fans, attending games with a group of like-minded friends. After they retired, Donna and Neil traveled even more but made time to volunteer at their local school, helping children to learn to read. Donna missed Neil tremendously after he died in 2010, but she kept busy by continuing to host and visit her family in Washington, traveling with family and friends, serving as president of her neighborhood's home owners' association and volunteering at the local library.

Donna was a wonderful cook whose fridge was never without a fresh batch of fudge. She set a beautiful table, always with the good China, napkin rings and candles. The children, as well as the adults, loved Happy Hour, which preceded each dinner and included hors d'oeuvres, homemade lemonade, great conversation and laughter.

Donna is survived by her brother, Walter Ohm and his daughter, a cousin Marilyn Hueffed (Jerry) and Marilyn and Jerry's children and grandchildren. We are thankful for the care given to her by the staff at Brookdale, Kettleman Lane. We will all miss Donna- her love, energy, zest for life, her positive attitude and her stories. No service at her request. We ask that you read a book to a child in her memory.

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