Siegfried Allert

May 01, 1944 - February 23, 2021

Siegfried Allert lovingly known as “Zeke” was given the gift of life on May 1, 1944. On February 23, 2021 God called him home to Glory where he was met by his beloved mother Hilda, kind caring father Ted, younger brother Robert and loyal dog Roscoe.
Zeke is survived by his loving and devoted wife Cecilia, son James (Conny) who was always in his heart; his four grandchildren Angelina, Jamie, Jasmine and Dylan; brothers John (Carol), Manfred (Kathy); sister Linda Reynolds (Gary); Nieces and nephews Jackie (Phil), Ted (Tammy), Annette, Alisha, Eric, Gary, Matt and several several great nieces and nephews.

Zeke was born in Klein Mangersdorf Germany and came to the US with his family and settled in Stockton.

Siegfried was given the nickname Zeke by his third grade teacher because Siegfried was just to difficult to pronounce.

Zeke was a free spirit when he was young. He loved exploring Stockton, going fishing, to the movies downtown and getting into mischief with his brothers.
Zeke played basketball in high school and had a trophy in the hall of fame display case at Eldorado school.

Zeke started working with his father Ted plastering when he was a teenager and continued working in the stucco and plastering business for 54 years. He took great pride in his work and was eager to point out the businesses and homes he plastered which was considerable.

Zeke enjoyed traveling on business trips and vacations with his beloved Cee, sharing the beauty and history of each place they enjoyed together.
Zeke and Cee were together in life and shall be together in ashes, two souls together for eternity.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday April 24th from 2 pm - 3 pm at Cherokee Memorial Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Rd., Lodi, CA 95241.

Sympathy flowers may be sent to the funeral home on Friday April 23rd by 4 pm.

For friends and family that are not able to attend the services live streaming will be available. Please text your email address to Cecilia at (209) 482-4955and she will email you a protected web link and password 24-48 hours before the service.

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SERVICE

A memorial service will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday April 24, 2021 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Allert family.

Elizabeth Zulueta

April 23, 1951 - February 22, 2021

Elizabeth (Liz) Holguin Vasquez Zulueta lost her courageous battle against cancer on February 22, 2021. She was born on April 23, 1951, at San Joaquin General Hospital in French Camp to Ramona Holguin Vasquez and Filemon Vasquez. She grew up in Terminous, CA and attended Terminous Grammar School. Liz attended Lodi High School where she lettered in women's softball, and graduated as part of the class of 1969. She earned an Associates Degree from San Joaquin Delta College in 1971, and a Bachelor's of Art in Social Services from San Jose State University in 1975.

Liz got her first job out of college with San Joaquin County.  She married the love of her life Joseph (Joe) Zulueta in 1974. After a few years, she sought better opportunities with the City of Stockton.  She gave birth to her first son, Joseph Michael Zulueta, in May of 1979.  Four (4) years later, in October of 1983, she gave birth to her second son, Brandon Vasquez Zulueta. She continued to work for several years with the City and forged many lifelong friendships along the way, before taking a position at her former alma mater, San Joaquin Delta College, as the Director of Human Resources. Liz retired from the College after fifteen (15) years.  In her retirement she continued to contribute as a board member of California’s Valued Trust.

To her extended family and many friends, who were considered like family, Liz is remembered for her encouraging words, endearing friendship, and caring heart. She always had a kind word for those who knew her, or thoughtful advice and an open mind to those who sought her in confidence. She was a wife, a mom, an auntie, and a friend. She enjoyed gardening, softball, and bowling, teaching her grandkids, and the views of Yosemite. She was known for delicious cooking, famous for her salsa, chile colorado, and biscochitos.

 She is survived by her husband of forty-seven (47) years, Joseph Zulueta, her two sons Brandon and Joseph Michael (Debby)  and two grandchildren (Cadence and Cesar).  She is also survived by her brothers and sisters; Flordeliza Lowrence, Conception (Connie) Sawdey, Pilar Tanga, Eugene Vasquez, Rebecca (Becky) Vasquez, Filemon (Kai) Vasquez and Edmund Vasquez, and many nieces and nephews she welcomed and loved as her own.

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Paul Nichols

October 21, 1921 - February 22, 2021

Paul Elmer Nichols, 99, passed away on February 22, 2021. He was born October 21, 1921 in Strathmore, CA, to Arthur Victor and Phebe McClure Nichols, the eldest of three sons. He grew up in Whittier, CA, graduated from Whittier High School in 1939, and attended Fullerton Junior College. During World War II, Elmer enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a radio technician on Eniwetok Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Upon returning home, he earned a chemistry degree from Whittier College, and started his career with the U.S. Postal Service. During his high school and college years, he was a member of each school's track team.
In 1948, Elmer married Ruby Willsey in Whittier, where they built a house and started a family, that included sons Paul and Wayne. In 1959, he transferred to the Lodi Post Office and moved the family to a "small ranch" outside Acampo. Elmer advanced through the ranks and retired as Lodi's Asst. Postmaster in 1976. This allowed Ruby and him the opportunity to travel before she passed away in 1982. Elmer had many wonderful memories of their 34 years of marriage.
For over 60 years, Elmer was a member of Lodi First United Methodist Church, where he helped Ruby teach Sunday School and manage the church library, served on a variety of committees, assisted with property management, helped assemble the church newsletter, and was a member of United Methodist Men and couples groups.
Church also brought together Elmer and his second wife, Roberta Jensen. Their 1985 marriage in Lodi was the foundation of a new blended family that gave them both an additional 35 years of wonderful memories. Their love of travel took them all over the country on many memorable car, train and riverboat excursions, frequently stopping to visit family and friends.
Elmer's was a lifetime of volunteering and serving others, always willing to help his family, friends, neighbors, church, community and country. He lovingly supported the various projects and sports in which his sons participated. While his young family was involved with the Oak View 4-H Club, Elmer served as an adult leader, teaching basic electrical skills to many club members. For many of his later years, he was an active Sons In Retirement member and officer.
Elmer is preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Ruby, his brother William, and a grandson, Mathew McCarty. He is survived by his wife, Roberta; his brother, Ralph; his sons, Paul (Liz) and Wayne (Wanda); and by Roberta's children, Roberta Wood (Brett), Robert Jensen and Greta McCarty (Matt). He also is survived by 11 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home on March 11, 2021, with visitation from 9 AM to Noon, at Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi. A graveside service will be at 1 PM in Garden of the Gospels with Pastor George Edd-Bennett, officiant. Family and friends are invited to attend with masks and social distancing required. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent in Elmer's name to Lodi First United Methodist Church. A Celebration of Elmer's life will be planned and held at some later date.
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William Vukovich

June 16, 1925 - February 22, 2021

William Vukovich, age 95, passed away February 22, 2021 in Stockton, CA. Bill was born June 19, 1925 to Goya and Florence (Baba) Vukovich in Sutter Creek, CA. The family moved to Stockton where Bill, after completing his education in the local schools, was inducted into the U.S. Naval Service, and served from 1943 to 1945. Bill’s parents and siblings (2 sisters and 2 brothers) preceded him in death. He married Ruby (Harmon) on September 3, 1948. Bill was employed by Pacific Bell Phone (A.T. & T.) from 1951 ‘til his retirement in 1982 as an Outside Plant Engineer. After Bill’s retirement, Ruby and

Bill enjoyed many years of travel, taking in the beauty of the United States and parts of Canada. They were married for 63 years ‘til Ruby passed away in 2011. Bill is survived by a sister-in-law, Norma Devlin, a brother-in-law, Tony Martin, and many nieces and nephews. Bill also leaves behind many cousins and friends residing in Montenegro.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 5, 2021 at 10am in the Garden of Holy Family at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA. Reception will be held at a later date due to Covid.

In lieu of flowers, please donate in her memory to your favorite charity.

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Christine Yarbrough

February 10, 1948 - February 21, 2021

Christine M. Yarbrough, 73, died on February 21, 2021 with her husband and three sons at her side. She fought a brave battle with cancer, only to eventually pass away of complications from the treatment.

She was born in Hayward, California, to Harry and Worlean Hodgson. Chris was a beautiful Christian woman who always thought of others before herself. She treated everyone as "family" and never met a stranger.

Nine days before her death, she asked her husband to include the following in her obituary:
1) Chris grew up in San Lorenzo, California with her parents and brother Bill. They had fun family vacations to North Carolina, Yosemite, Russian River, and Disneyland. Faith in God was always part of her family.

2) She went to San Lorenzo High School and met the "love of her life", Dave. They started dating at age 16. Chris was a cheerleader/song girl for Dave's basketball team. Following high school, she and Dave went to San Jose State University. They were married in January 1970. In June of 1970 they moved to Southern California for Dave to attend medical school at the University of California, Irvine.

3) During Dave's medical school, Chris worked as a counselor for delinquent juveniles at a 24-hour facility. (There is no doubt she had a positive impact on those children.)

4) In July 1974, Chris and Dave moved to Stockton for Dave's Internal Medicine residency. This was completed in June 1977 and it was decided Stockton would remain their home.

5) Chris and Dave have three sons (Michael, John, and Brian), all of whom are exemplary, loving husbands and fathers. As children they played multiple sports. As a result, Chris often participated in booster clubs and fundraising. When the kids were young, many vacations were sports related.

6) In earlier years, Chris was heavily involved at Quail Lakes Baptist Church, where she continued as a member until her death. At one point she was the women's ministry event coordinator. She was also a part of choir, bible studies, meal ministry, church fundraising, and was "mentor mom" for MOPS. She and Dave were co-chairs with the Hakeem family for the 50th (Jubilee) celebration of the church.

7) Chris saw God bless her family in many ways. Her sons are godly, loving, and caring men. Each of them married wonderful women who Chris and Dave considered their daughters (not in-laws). She has seven natural grandchildren. One of them recently married, so there are now eight grandchildren. Each is unique and have special gifts of their own.

8) There are numerous members of her extended family and also numerous friends who are like family. These individuals know who they are and how much they were loved.

9) Her brother Bill was a wonderful brother who picked up their father's love for sports. Bill and his wife are always so welcoming to everyone. Both are hard workers and family oriented.

10) She wanted everyone to know that she had many favorite Bible verses, but especially Ephesians 2:8-9, Isaiah 40:31, Romans 8:38-39, Philippians 4:13, and John 5:24.

11) Chris wanted to encourage everyone to listen to two of her favorite songs, "I Can Only Imagine" by MercyMe and "Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)" by Chris Tomlin.

12) She wanted all to know that she was blessed by God as she was able to connect and re-connect with so many people during her illness. She felt an unbelievable amount of support. The love of so many reminded her of the love of Christ. People everywhere around the world were praying for her and that made a big impression on her. She wanted to make sure to thank everyone for their prayers, flowers, food, texts, and gifts during her illness.

13) Chris describes her husband Dave as her soulmate, her loving husband of 51 years, and her steady partner. She recalls 51 years of parties, travels, photographs, and games played at their home.

Chris is survived by her husband Dave; by her sons Michael (Mella), John (Melissa), and Brian (Melba); by her grandchildren Jake (Sami), Shelby, Peyton, Cooper, Lydia, Asher, and Noah; by her brother Bill (Debby); and by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

There will be a visitation at Vineyard Chapel (Cherokee Memorial Cemetery) on Friday, March 5, 2021 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Due to Covid, only 5 visitors are allowed at a time inside the visitation room. There will be a memorial service at Quail Lakes Baptist Church on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 11:00 am.

In memoriam, donations may be made to Aslan Child Rescue Ministries at http://www.aslanchildrescue.org/

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Yarbrough family.

Gurdev Dhaliwal

January 12, 1948 - February 20, 2021

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Friday February 26, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

The funeral service will be held at 2:30pm on Monday March 01, 2021 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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