Lawrence Perucca, Jr.

September 16, 1956 - July 8, 2022

Larry entered into lasting peace on July the 8th 2022.

Larry was Welcomed in to this world on September 16th,1956, along with his twin little sister to his parents Emeline Annette (Becker)Perucca and Lawrence John Perucca Sr. Larry was the most cherished brother to 5 sisters!! When Larry was a little older he moved was living in San Jose, California where he met and married his loving wife of 44 years Cheryl Lynn Perucca. Larry has been an extremely devoted loving father to his 3 daughters, Jamie Perucca, and her children that were lucky to have two titles from Larry (papa, father figure), Angelina Nixon (husband Jay Nixon) and then his son Larry Perucca the 3rd(wife Sharla Perucca) and his daughter Michelle Mitchell (husband Sammie Mitchell). Larry was such a devoted, loving, and FUN Grandfather aka PAPA..HE loved to play tricks on his grandchildren also with teaching them skills, like gun safety and dirt bike riding.

He is survived by grandchildren, Samantha, Jason and Natalie; Austin, Alexis, Andrew and Alijah; Larry the 4th, Michael and Daniel. Levi, SJ(Sam jr) and Jaxon. He is also survived by a host of nephew and nieces whom all got a taste of his humor, yet still greatly respected and loved him greatly.

Larry started this world as a mechanical genius. What others went to school for four years and still didn't quite get he achieved quite naturally and astonished others. Larry acquired a job at Toscano bakery San Jose, CA. where he started out as a mechanic but soon ended up in the engineering department. From there Larry moved to Galt California with his wife and children. After working at Toscano, Larry went to work Parisian bakery in San Francisco where he was an engineer for many years and was even promoted to assistant chief . After the closing of Parisian San Francisco, Larry went to work at Columbus bakery in Oakland where he remained until his retirement In 2012. But during his years as an engineer, even designed fabricated and installed a whole conveyor system that went from the oven all around the top of the building to one end of the building and back to cool the bread down and back to the bagging department. It was quite something!!! The words that Larry will be extremely missed are not big enough.

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Memorial Services:

The memorial service for Lawrence will be held on Saturday August 6, 2022 at 10:00am in the Vineyard Chapel located at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 Beckman Rd. in Lodi California.

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Manuel Rocha

October 3, 1928 - July 7, 2022

Manuel Francisco Rocha entered into lasting peace on Thursday, July 7, 2022, at his home in Stockton California. Manuel spent his 93 years of life in the Stockton area, where he met and married the love of his life Ernestine Perez.

Manuel is survived by his three loving daughters Lillian Sapien, Suzanne Pascual and Victoria Rocha, his sister Lupe Rocha, brother Danny Rocha, his 3 granddaughters, 6 great-grandchildren and beloved companion Molly, his dog. Manuel, a dedicated family man was cared for by his daughters who guided his passing in his home. Manuel was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Tony and Richard and sisters Virginia Zaragoza and Angie Cano.

Manuel was born to Trinidad Rocha and Mary Fries on October 3, 1928. He practiced automobile repair as a true master mechanic. Manuel was the Service Manager for several local auto dealerships, and at one time was the President of the Nissan Service Managers Group of California. Manuel’s most cherished employment was with Service Electric, where he maintained a fleet of vehicles, among his other responsibilities for over a decade.

SERVICES:

Services for Manuel will be held Thursday August 11, 2022 at 11:00am in the Evergreen Chapel located at Cherokee Memorial Park with a visitation before hand starting at 9:30am.

A committal will follow in the Garden of the Holy Family at 12:15pm.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Rocha family.

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Cecilia Zoe Murdock

March 20, 1943 - July 5, 2022

Cecilia Zoe Murdock, “Zoe,” of Lodi, CA, passed away peacefully at age 79 on July 5, 2022 surrounded by loved ones.

Born March 20, 1943 to Harold and Cecile Murdock in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Zoe spent much of her childhood in Stockton, CA and was the oldest of six siblings. She graduated in 1962 from Amos Alonzo Stagg High School.

After living briefly in Reno where her first job was a car hop at the Fro Stop Rootbeer Drive Inn, Zoe moved back to Stockton and began a twenty-year career in the restaurant industry, the majority spent waitressing at the Rare Steer Restaurant. Zoe also worked as a bus driver for Lodi Unified School District and delivery driver for Round Table Pizza.

In 1972, Zoe purchased her home in Lodi where she lived for nearly 44 years. It is there she raised her two daughters, Allyson and Alicia, and served as “neighborhood mom” to countless others. Whether it was a meal, a safe place to stay or a shoulder to lean on, Zoe exhibited a heart of gold to whomever crossed her path, and loved unconditionally. She always had time for her family and loved being with her grandchildren. To those who knew her, she was loved and admired. Zoe was amazing and definitely one-of-a-kind!

Zoe was predeceased by her daughter Allyson and granddaughter Lindsey, along with parents, Harold & Cecile; brother Hal; sister Kay and sister-in-law Mary. She is survived by her daughter Alicia (Rob) Smolke; sister, Fay Murdock; brothers, Joe Murdock and Dee Murdock; brother-in-law, Dennis Ellis; Grandchildren Melinda Ramirez, Justin Murdock, and Ryan Smolke; Great-grandchildren Levar Smith Jr., Ravel Smith and Alliyah Smith; Great-great grandson, Alijah Smith and numerous nieces and nephews.

SERVICES:

Services will be held Thursday, July 14, 2022 at the Cherokee Memorial Park Cemetery, 14165 N. Beckman Rd. in Lodi. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Evergreen Chapel, followed by graveside services at 11 a.m. in the Garden of Memories.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her honor to Grace & Mercy Charitable Foundation, 425 N. Sacramento St., Lodi, CA 95240. www.gracemercyfoundation.com

Stanley Williams

April 1, 1931 - July 5, 2022

On July 5, 2022, Stanley Vernon Williams passed from this world into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Stanley's life focused on serving the Lord Jesus Christ and being the cornerstone of his family. He loved his children and his many grandchildren, who brought joy to his life. Stanley enjoyed and loved attending their activities and spending time with them.

Throughout his life, he enjoyed being involved in the church. He not only shared the love of the Lord with his family but he shared it with the members of his church family as well. Stanley's cheerful and kind spirit has been a blessing to many. He acted as a greeter for the church and his warm and welcoming smile was often one of the first to be seen by those attending. His generosity to friends, neighbors, and employees is well known in the community.

Stanley Williams was born on April 1, 1931 in Ripon, CA to his loving parents John and Sadie Williams. On June 27, 1959 he married Teresa E. Williams. They resided in Lodi, CA raising their three children, Janette, Roger and Todd.

Stanley was proceeded in death by his wife Teresa, his parents John and Sadie (Bodeson). His siblings Francis “Roy,” Chester “Chet,” Leslie “Dean,” John “Lyle,” and youngest sister Sadie Mae (Wautier).

Stanley is survived by his children, Janette, Roger and Todd. His grandchildren, one great grandchild, and many extended family members that are blessed to have known him. He will be missed and forever be in our hearts.

SERVICES:

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 21st at 10:00 a.m. in the Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, at Cherokee Memorial Park with a viewing an hour prior.

Proceeding the memorial service there will be a procession to the gravesite with military honors.

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A reception will be held at Vintage Church after the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in remembrance of Stanley to Vintage Church, 444 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95240

Jack Kilgore

November 11, 1936 - July 5, 2022

Jack Lee Kilgore, Sr. 85, of Stockton, California, passed away peacefully on July 5th, 2022, at home with his family by his side.

Jack was born on November 11, 1936, in Portsmouth, Ohio to Robert and Thelma Kilgore. Jack relocated to Farmington, California, as a young boy with his family and worked at a dairy farm while attending school. Jack served in the United States Navy from 1955-1959 where he traveled across the South Pacific. Jack was stationed in Hawaii and San Diego. In 1957, Jack was aboard the U.S.S Walker I, where he was selected for advancement to Petty Officer Third Class and became an Interior Communications Electrician. After his service in the Navy, Jack moved to Stockton, California, where he continued to build his legacy. Jack was a true entrepreneur. He owned a car dealership, a restaurant / bar, was a real estate investor, and most notably owning and operating C & R Fence Contractors, Incorporated which will celebrate its 60th anniversary next year. Jack regularly gave back to the community. Jack was a faithful giver to St. Mary’s Dining Hall, Stockton Homeless Shelter, and St. Jude’s Research Hospital. Jack has been a member of the Stockton Elk’s Lodge, #218 since 1975; and served as the Exalted Ruler from 1982 to 1983.

Jack had an adventurous side and was a workaholic. He enjoyed old cars and having get togethers at his home. Jack owned and operated a personal airplane as well as captaining his 40 foot river queen houseboat.

Jack is preceded in death by his father, Robert Kilgore; his mother, Thelma Davis; his step-father, Jesse Davis; his sister Barbara Clark; and his brother Bobby Kilgore. Jack is survived by his devoted wife of 46 years, Connie Kilgore of Stockton, CA; his brother David Kilgore (Erin) of Post Falls, ID; his son Jack Kilgore, Jr. (Candi) of Ripon, CA, daughter Teresa Howell (Francis “Tripp”) of Stockton, CA, and daughter Margo Norris of Stockton, CA. Jack is also survived by seven grandchildren, Danny, Laura, Chance, Richie, Carolyn, Brittnee, and TJ. Jack is also survived by nine great grandchildren, Lucy, Jed, Emma, Rollie, Lennon, Vyra, Liam, Zoey, and Hazel; along with many nephews, nieces, and friends.

Jack’s family loves and misses him dearly. A special thank you to Hospice of San Joaquin County for their remarkable care and support.

SERVICES:

A memorial service will be held on July 20, 2022, at 1:00 PM, at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA with viewing on July 18 & 19, 12:00 - 3:00 PM.

After the service, a wake will be held at the Stockton Elk’s Lodge located at 8900 Thornton Road Stockton, CA.

Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Sean Barrett

September 13, 1991 – July 4, 2022

Sean Matthew Barrett, our loving son, father to Branden Barrett, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend has passed away July 4, 2022.

He was born September 13, 1991.  Growing up he enjoyed many hobbies such as fishing, playing music, building things.  He loved his pit bull companion, Sugar.  Sean attended Lincoln High School in Stockton, California before moving onto Mechanical Aeronautics school in Indianapolis, Indiana.  He wanted to further his education to become an engineer.  After his schooling was done, he took all sorts of jobs but his favorite was framing houses.

Sean suffered from a tragic accident in 2017.  He continued to fight for the next five years.  God has chosen to bring Sean home with him where Sean can walk and run again.

Sean will forever live on in our hearts and his memories will continue to put a smile on us.

SERVICES:

The visitation is Wednesday, July 13, 2022 from 12:00 – 2:00pm Cherokee Memorial Park in the Vineyard Chapel located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd. in Lodi, CA with the service following in the same location.

A Celebration of Life will follow from 4:00 – 6:00pm at Lodi Lake.

David Sulzer

September 15, 1944 - July 4, 2022

David Elroy Sulzer, 77, passed away on July 4th, 2022, born in Delhi, Louisiana to Travis Sulzer and Mavis Thielman on September 15, 1944. He spent eight years in the SeaBee Naval battalion and went on to work as a heavy equipment operator.

David is survived by his wife Patricia Sulzer; siblings Jim sulzer, Nancy McCarty, and Beverly Morgen; children Chad Sulzer, Troy Sulzer, Kelly Felton, Tricia Velasquez, and Tracy Parker; grandchildren Mark Martinez, Alexia Felton, Dakota Sulzer,Courtney McGrew, Alyssa Torres, Michael Velasquez, Brandon Parker, Destint Niebuhr; Great grandchildren Klayton Davis, Rebrekah McGrew, Timothy McGrew, Chevy Sulzer, Kealyn Sulzer, Makelya Velasquez, Athena Velasquez, Alyssa Gerolage, Adyen Torres, Nayeli Torres, Tristden Niebuhr, Jr, Andrew Ruiz, Mia Ruiz, and Lillianne Ruiz.

David is preceded by his parent Travis and Maivs Sulzer, his sister Barbara Morgan and brother Doug Sulzer; and grandchildren James Martinez, Leah Felton, Tristden Niebuhr, and Brianne Niebuhr.

SERVICES:

The visitation for David Sulzer will take place on Wednesday July 13, 2022 from 5:00 - 8:00pm in the Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Cherokee Memorial Park.

The services will take place Thursday July 14, 2022 at 10:00am in the Vineyard Chapel, 14165 Beckman Rd in Cherokee Memorial Park.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Sulzer family.

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Kimberly Ann Possible

July 1, 1982 - July 1, 2022


Kimberly passed away on July 1, 2022, on her 40th Birthday. Kim was an independent person with a strong personality. Kim was not afraid to push her limit or try new things. Kim had an unconditional love for her Children.

She is survived by her son and daughter Zachary and Coryna Hendrix of Stockton, daughters Kyla and Camryn Walton of Modesto, Candace Walton of Sacramento, son Michael Quinn of Bremerton Washington, her Mother Billie Ann Jones of Galt, brother’s Michael and wife Vonda Jones of Escalon, Terry and wife Tracey Jones of Kissimmee, Florida, along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Kim is preceded in death by her father Nathan Udogwu, Maternal Grandparents Billie T. and John E. Wheaton, brothers Bryon and Timothy Jones.


As per Kim’s wishes she will be cremated
All services will be private

Mike DePew

September 29, 1930 - June 28, 2022

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm on Thursday, July 14th 2022 at the Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, July 15th 2022 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Please leave your condolences below.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the DePew family.

Ciriaco Badua

January 7, 1938 - June 27, 2022

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm with a rosary starting at 4:00pm on Friday, July 22nd 2022 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, July 23rd 2022 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Badua family.

Lester Willard Wahlen

July 19, 1927 - June 24, 2022
Preceded in death by his wife Viola Feickert Wahlen and Survived by 2 sons. Tom Wahlen, his wife Linda Wahlen of Palo Cedro their daughter Erin Ryan, her husband Josh Ryan of Costa Mesa and their 2 children Leavitt & Sydney.
Robert Wahlen, his wife MaryAnn Wisner Wahlen of Pioneer Ca. his son, Kevin Wahlen His Wife Brittney Wahlen of Woodruff SC. their 3 children, Emerry, Mike,and Ashley, Roberts daughter, Audree Wahlen of Lodi and her daughter Airra. Roberts Stepson Michael King, of Reno Michaels son David King of Stockton and his son Oliver. A sister Enid Bosch, of Lodi, Several nieces and nephews.

SERVICES:

Viewing will be Thurs July 14th from 4:00pm-7:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240.

Graveside service on Friday, July 15th at 10:00am at 14165 N. Beckman Rd. Lodi Ca. 95241, Garden Of Twin Oaks-6278 space 1.

Celebration of life will be Sat. July 16th at 19051 N. Mace Dr. Pioneer Ca. 95666 at 3pm. Please RSVP attendance and number of people by Wed. July 13th at the above address or 209-810-2734.

Julie Hilt

February 16, 1928 - June 23, 2022

Julie Ann Hilt (Bootie), passed away peacefully at home on June 23, 2022 at the age of 94. Julie entered this world as the fifth child of Daniel and Mary Gallego, in Pacoima, CA on February 16, 1928, one year before the great depression. Although the depression lasted through her early childhood, mom always reflected back that those years spent working with her parents and siblings in the fields of Riverbank, CA, were the best of her life.

For 94 years, family was always the core and focal point of her life and soul. Mom’s unconditional love shined through her service for others. She worked for 30 years serving others at the Fiesta (as owner), Carmen’s, Porfi’s and Miguel’s Mexican Restaurants. She then went on to work 20 years with children at Stockton Unified School District as a bilingual aide. Mom was very skilled at painting ceramics and creating flower arrangements. She loved fishing, camping, and of course, the slot machines. Mom was an influence to her family and friends with her faith in God and was a beloved Godmother (Nina) to many. She lived her Cursillo Retreat in her 80’s and grew her love for many close friends throughout her life; closest among her were Pumpkin, Ali, Sharon, Sally and Annella. Her cooking skills, especially tamales, were taught to many family members and friends alike. Mom was the last surviving sibling of Daniel and Mary Gallego and the Matriarch of our family. She is greatly loved and will be abundantly missed. May God bless all of you and keep each of you in His loving arms. Vaya Con Dios!

SERVICES:

Rosary and Funeral Vigil will take place on July 18, 2022 at 6pm at the Vineyard Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, CA.

Funeral Mass to take place on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 10am at the Cathedral of the Annunciation in Stockton, CA.

Committal will be private.

Thi Pham

July 10, 1933 - June 22, 2022

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 2:00pm on Saturday, July 5th 2022 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, July 5th, 2022 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Please leave your condolences below.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Pham family.

Georjean Miranda

September 18, 1952 - June 22, 2022

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Thursday, July 7th 2022 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 12:15pm on Thursday, July 7th 2022 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 Miranda family.

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