Jada Bush

July 27, 2000 - July 05, 2021

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VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm on Wednesday July 21, 2021 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on Thursday July 22, 2021 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 Bush family.

Sione Hafoka

November 24, 1950 - July 4, 2021

Sione Konili Hafoka, born on November 24, 1950 to Loseli and Lolomani Hafoka, took his rest on July 4, 2021 at his home in Stockton, CA. He married the love of his life, Momiala K. Hafoka, June 11, 1975 and is survived by his children, Leimomi K. Ochoa (Rochette Ochoa), Lolomani Hafoka Entendencia (Stanley Ellis), Penisimani Hafoka (Amelia Mafi), and Sela Popua Hauser (Sacha Hauser) and his grandkids Jonel, Lorenzo, Penisimani, Sione Konili, Momiala, Paea, Kimoran, and Keoni. Sione Konili was the dux of Tonga College in 1970 and was awarded a scholarship to continue his studies in Fiji. He also graduated with BS degree in Business administration at University of Phoenix. He moved to Hawaii and became a chef at Crouching Lion restaurant and met the love of his life, Momiala K. Entendencia. He was an industrious entrepreneur in Hawaii and became a small business owner of Lolomani Industries making quilted blankets for showrooms like Macys and Nordstrom. He eventually moved to Stockton to become CEO of Hafoka Electric and, later, Hard Rock Fabrication, Inc. Sione Konili was a faithful Seventh-Day Adventist who enjoyed gospel music and played tuba for the band, Aku Mai E, in his youth. To his family, he will always be remembered for promoting education to his grandkids, preaching perseverance to his children, and displaying a Christ-like love for others.

Visitation
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 14th, 2021 from 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240.

Service
A service will be held the following day on Thursday, July 15th, 2021 at 9:00a.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hafoka family.

Julieta Gaspar

April 5, 1942 - July 4, 2021

In Loving Memory of Julieta Gaspar

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)

Julieta Gaspar was a woman who embodied love at its fullest.

One who soared toward every opportunity, Julieta continuously searched for ways to offer compassion to all who needed it. A true testament to humble living and loving contribution,  she selflessly devoted her time, talent, and treasure to others. She extended her love, transcending time and money, to less fortunate children in her native country, as an engaged member of the Philippine Children’s Fund of America.

Julieta devoted meaningful effort to every endeavor, through her 35 years of employment at the United States Postal Service and as President of the Filipino-American Postal Employees Association of Stockton. A true visionary with an artistic soul, Julieta was often found creating, expressing her gifts through celebrated, original artwork, ballroom dancing, homemade baking, and beautiful floral arrangements. Accompanied by Jorge, her husband of 55 years, she traveled all over the world, eagerly seeking out new experiences.

 A loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend you could count on to walk with you through any of life’s grievances, Julieta freely offered wisdom, comfort, and grace in anything and everything.

A daughter of the Lord, Julieta Gaspar shone God’s light on those around her.

That light lives on.

Visitation
A visitation will be held on Monday, July 19th,2021 from 1:00p.m. till 4:00p.m. with a rosary starting at 3:00p.m. at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240.

Services:

The services for Julieta will be held on Tuesday July 20, 2021 at 10:00am at St. Luke’s Church in Stockton, CA

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Gaspar family.

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David Hayashi

November 16, 1956 - July 4, 2021

Survived by wife of 38 years, Candice (Candy) Hayashi and daughters Carissa Borges and Kelsey Hayashi, son-in-law Joe Borges, granddaughter Miya Borges, parents- Kiyoshi and Mario Hayashi, sister- Linda Liang and family, brother- Michael Hayashi, and numerous extended family and friends.

David graduated from East Union High School and attended San Joaquin Delta College. David spent years working in Retail and Wholesale produce and loved farming, fishing, hunting, going to Hawaii and being Miya’s grandpa. David last worked for Silva Trucking and truly enjoyed being on the road and in a truck - this was to be the job from which he planned to retire. David was a member of the Buddhist Church of Stockton. In light of the COVID-19 Pandemic, a Memorial Service is planned at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240 on October 9, 2021 at 1:00 PM. If seating capacity is exceeded, overflow will be directed to the Fairfield by Marriott-Lodi, to view the service. The option for attendance through Virtual Live Feed format will also be available. Please contact the Buddhist Church of Stockton (209) 466-6701 or buddhist@sbcglobal.net to request the link. A reception will be at the Fairfield, 262 Rocky Lane, Lodi, CA 95240 immediately following the service.

SERVICE

In light of the COVID-19 Pandemic a Memorial Service is planned at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. on October 9, 2021 at 1:00 PM. If seating capacity is exceeded, overflow will be directed to the Fairfield by Marriott-Lodi, to view the service.

The option for attendance through Virtual Live Feed format will also be available HERE.

Please contact the Buddhist Church of Stockton (209) 466-6701 or buddhist@sbcglobal.net to request the link.

A Reception will be at the Fairfield, 262 Rocky Lane, Lodi, CA 95240 immediately following the service.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hayashi family.

Shirley Busby

July 20, 1926 - July 3, 2021

Shirley (Mickey) (Dacey) Busby passed away July 3, 2021. She was born on July 20, 1926 to Jack and Pearl Dacey in Weed CA. Her father passed away when she was two and her mother later remarried. The family moved throughout Northern California during her childhood years and she attended many different grade schools. She was very proud of the fact that she did not miss one day of high school and was a member of the Parthena Girls Club.

She met Curt Busby in 1946 and they were married in 1948. They enjoyed traveling to the ocean, mountains and square dancing. For many years Shirley volunteered at the Salvation Army serving meals. She loved gardening with her daughter Jerri and they were well known for the tomatoes they grew and shared. She cared deeply for people and animals.

She is preceded in death by her husband, mother, father, stepfather and two brothers. She is survived by her daughters Jerri Busby, Patricia (Busby) Cunningham, son-in-law Charlie Cunningham, grandson Wiley Cunningham and her cats Mia, Tiger and Boo. She also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews.

A special thank you to Dr. Fruend and Sarah Mann for their care and friendship.

At her request there will be no services. Donations may be made to PALS, Animal Friends Connections, Second Chance Kitty or any animal organization of choice.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Busby family.

Amber Hull

August 12, 1983 - July 2, 2021

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hull family.

Graveside services for Amber will be held on July 16, 2021 at 1:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Park in the Garden of Trees, located at Harney Lane and Highway 99 in Lodi, California.

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Ronald Laub

July 22, 1933 - July 2, 2021

Dr. Ronald Lee Laub died Friday, July 2, 2021, after a lengthy illness. The 87-year-old veterinarian had practiced in the region for over 50 years. He was also a wine grape grower in the Acampo area. Ron was born in Fresno, California, on July 22, 1933, to Henry and Anna Laub. He was a second generation German from Russia” whose ancestors settled in Fresno County in the early 1900s. His maternal and fraternal grandparents were proud farmers whose descendants still farm the area today. He was always quick to acknowledge that he should not have lived much beyond birth having been born a twin with a low birth weight in the 1930s. He credits his mother for removing him from the hospital and having his beloved Aunt Kate nurse him to health. At nine years old, Ron lost his father. He, his mother, and his twin brother, Don, were left to farm the family ranch.

Through hard work, determination, and the leadership of an ambitious mother, they were successful. In their small community outside of Fresno, they also found wonderful mentors to guide them through track, Boy Scouting, and FFA. Using the structure of a strong vocational agriculture program at Central Union High School, Ron and Don set high goals and became co-owners of a ranch of their own, along with a small beef breeding business by the time they graduated high school in 1951.

Over the next few years, Ron enrolled at Fresno State, married Joyce Ihde in 1953, was drafted into the Army, and became a father. He resumed his education after his Army service, and, with two young  children in tow, graduated from Fresno State in 1957. In 1963, Ron completed his Master of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University, graduating first in his class. He always said he was not smarter than the other students; he just worked harder. Anyone who knew Ron knows that to be true. After turning down a teaching position at Washington State, the newly graduated Dr. Laub headed north on Highway 99 from Fresno, stopping at small towns, checking phone books, and calling vets to see if they needed help. He secured a job in Lodi from 1963–1965. He then bought Lockeford Veterinary Clinic on Locke Road. He later relocated the practice to Jack Tone Road until he built Mokelumne River Veterinary Services on Elliot Road in Lockeford in the late 1970s. Around the same time and after a long hiatus from farming, Ron purchased bare land and planted his first 40 acres of wine grapes in Acampo. Years later, he was able to purchase a house and additional acreage adjacent to this property, which he then put into production.

Dr. Laub’s clients and their animals were his top priority, and it was his honor to provide veterinary services to the foothills and the communities surrounding Lockeford. He specialized in large animals, and it was not uncommon for him to be called out at all hours of the day or night, holidays included. His  clients generously rewarded him with homemade jams, confections, liquor, friendship, and much gratitude. Most clients referred to him simply as Doc or Doc Laub.

Through the years, he mentored many young people, and a few of them went on to become  veterinarians themselves. At one time, he was affiliated with Davis Veterinary School as an associate professor and taught an animal science class at Delta College in Stockton. He is a past president of the Northern San Joaquin Veterinary Medical Association. He has also served on the Board of Directors for Guild Wine.

In 1985, Ron married Marjorie Havens. They celebrated many happy years together until her death in March of 2019. Marj was successful in getting him to take some time off, occasionally. Together, they enjoyed hosting an annual summer BBQ, visiting family in Montana and throughout California, taking cruises, traveling to the Stanislaus Forest cabin, and caring for their home on Collier Road where they tended to over 80 rose bushes in addition to stray cats, horses, cattle, and their dog, Bonnie. Ron enjoyed freshwater fishing but was known to go after a few abalone in his time. His Santa Maria BBQ Grill provided good memories to many, but especially to his grandchildren. His home-cured olives were a treat to receive. A lifelong learner, Ron was never far from a newspaper or a veterinary journal.

Dr. Laub is survived by his children, Connie Millsap (Jim) of Encinitas, CA, Ron Jr. of Fresno, CA; and his grandson, Matthew Millsap of Encinitas. He is also survived by Marj’s loving children, Judy Watson (Rick) of Bozeman, MT, and Kathy Simoes (George) and Susie Swan (Mike), of Galt, CA. In addition to Marj, Dr. Laub was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Don and sister-in-law, Clara, as well as his grandson, Michael Millsap.

The family would like to acknowledge the love and support of Ron’s niece Debbie Jacobsen of Fresno, CA. Also, a special thank you to Vienna Nursing and Rehab for your support and care. Ron and Marj were generous supporters of many charities including Lodi Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and the California FFA.

Due to the challenges of Covid a service will not be held. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.lodinews.com/guest book.

 

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Laub family.

Beatrice Gomez

August 26, 1930 - June 30, 2021

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Thursday July 15, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

The memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday July16, 2021 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

A graveside service will follow at 2:00pm on Friday July 16, 2021 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

Please leave your condolences below.

Cherokee Memorial Park is a 501(c)13 non-profit company, owned and operated exclusively for the benefit of the community, serving Lodi, Stockton, Galt, Manteca and the San Joaquin Valley since 1940.

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