Betty Henderson

July 22, 1923 – September 20, 2022

Betty Laura Henderson, matriarch to a family who admired and loved her deeply, died surrounded by family in Lodi on Sept. 20, 2022. She was 99.

Born Betty Biastock in Benton Harbor, Michigan, she was raised on her family farm that sat on a territorial road that is now named Biastock Road. Betty attended high school close to home through her sophomore year, then moved to the city proper where she lived with family friends to finish her junior and senior years and graduate.

Betty met Herschel Franz Henderson in the mid 1940s when the two worked together at Saranac Machine Company in Benton Harbor. The couple married on Feb. 10, 1946 in Coloma, Michigan after Herschel was honorably discharged from the Navy in World War II. In 1950 they moved to Stockton where the couple set up a home base while Herschel traveled for his job with the Signode Steel Strapping Company. The family chose Stockton because of its proximity to the mountains and the ocean, the latter of which they spent years camping at with their children and grandchildren. They lived first in the Victory Park neighborhood before settling in the Country Club area in 1951 where they bought a new home. The Henderson’s remodeled the home in the late 1960s, making it large enough for the multi-generational family gatherings it hosted for many years.

In that home, Betty spent holidays cooking up meals that covered the entire kitchen table. Turkey with a few fixings wasn’t enough, Betty always made sure that there was plenty - sometimes too much - to go around. That included a variety of homemade pies from apple to pumpkin to chocolate (a favorite of one of her youngest grandsons who she once made an entire extra pie for because he had a tendency to claim an offering all for himself). When dinner was over and it was time for gifts on Christmas, Betty would watch her grandchildren open their gifts before turning to her own, smiling in the joy of her family. Her house was the gathering house. Her hospitality and hosting became the family's gold standard.

Betty loved adventure and traveled the world with Herschel. They visited China, Israel, Morocco, the Mediterranean, and many other destinations after Herschel’s retirement in 1982. Some of their greatest adventures involved time with family. Betty and Herschel would pack up their Comfort fifth wheel and drive to Lawson’s Landing days ahead of the rest of the family to set up camp in the perfect spot, next to the sand dunes for easy play access for the grandchildren. Betty would take long walks down the entirety of Dillon Beach collecting seashells, wearing a bonnet on her head to not mess up her perfectly curled hair. She would pull out the S'mores fixings like clockwork when the sun started to set and caution getting too close to the fire. 

In 1996, Betty and Herschel celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at the Moose Lodge in Stockton, welcoming more than 100 guests to celebrate their love story. Betty’s wedding dress and veil were on display. A sitdown dinner was served. That year, their youngest grandson was also celebrating his first birthday, so Betty and Herschel made sure the crowd celebrating them also sang Happy Birthday to him.

Betty was a long-time member of the Women of the Moose at Moose Lodge 391 in Stockton. There she helped organize philanthropic events and raise money for the home office of the fraternal organization. After Herschel’s sudden death in 1996, she became a volunteer for the Dameron Hospital Association. At Dameron she worked in the hospital gift shop multiple times a week. She enjoyed the challenge of volunteering and the social aspect it provided.

Betty was an avid dancer who loved to put on a nice dress, often one that shimmered thanks to beads or sequin embellishments, and spend hours on the dance floor. Her skills were on display on cruises, at the Moose Lodge, and at the Stockton Elks Lodge. She smiled big when she danced.

She was also an expert seamstress who sewed countless dresses over the course of her life for herself and others. Her work was always detailed and professional. She would sit in her sewing room on her machine meticulously working on projects. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the recipient of baby blankets made by Betty, whether sewn or crocheted. Some of those blankets are tattered and worn now, but the recipients refuse to part with them because they were made by Grandma Henderson and carry her love in the seams.

Betty’s words always came from a place of deep love. Those words had the ability to wrap around like a warm embrace. To know Betty as a wife, mother, grandmother, or great grandmother was to know love. She will be remembered for her kindness, the proper way she carried herself, and the example she set for those around her.

Betty is survived by her daughter Tamra and husband Richard Thorpe of Lodi, son Herschel E. and his wife Linda Henderson of Elk Grove, and daughter Sletta and husband David Cuslidge of Stockton; grandchildren Stacey Hamlin; Rob Thorpe, Edward Henderson and his wife Candy, Christina Maxsom, Jenna Yount and her husband Alec, Andrew Henderson, and Heather Henson and her husband Keith, Melinda Cuslidge and her fiance Chuck Jines, Tara Cuslidge-Staiano and her husband Thomas, David A.J. Cuslidge and his wife Ashley, and Daniel Cuslidge and his wife Bianca; great grandchildren Jessica Henderson, Madison Henderson, Alexis Henderson, Elliot Maxsom, Troy Maxsom, Charlotte Yount, Brooke and Jenna Henderson, Lilly and Nova Henson, Vicky Hamlin, Makenzi Gandolfo and her husband Matt, Donovan Thorpe, Alexia Baker, Destiny, Olivia, Ava, and Julian Jines, Cecilia and Elijah Staiano, Hazel Cuslidge, and Lily Cuslidge, and a great-great grandchild expected in 2023. Betty was preceded in death by her eldest son Nelson Henderson (Lucinda) in 2021.

SERVICES:

Betty will join her beloved husband Herschel in eternal rest at Cherokee Memorial Park located at Harney Lane and Highway 99 in Lodi, California on October 29, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. 

The family wishes to thank Seva Hospice for their care of Betty. Donations in Betty’s name can be made to Seva or to a charity of your choice.

Richard Ian Penrose

February 26, 1957 September 19, 2022

Richard Ian Penrose passed away on September 19 in Stockton. He was 65 years of age.

Rick, as he was known by his family and friends, was a long time resident of Lodi, having settled there with his family when he was 10 years old. He graduated from Lodi High School in 1975 where he was an active participant in the school’s music program.

Rick is survived by his older brothers, Bruce M. Penrose and Brian J. Penrose, and his nephew, John P. Penrose. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph I. Penrose and Elaine G. Penrose. Another brother, Ralph W. Penrose, passed away in 2001.

One of Rick’s sincere interests was music. He both sang and played the guitar with a high degree of skill. An avid reader, books consumed much of his leisure time. Perhaps no personal trait of Rick’s was stronger than his generosity (of spirit). He would go out of his way for others, be they close personal friends or strangers. He was particularly supportive of his family. This was clearly evident during his mother’s closing years. She was dealing with Alzheimer’s disease, and Rick served as her caregiver and companion.

SERVICES:

A public viewing will be held Tuesday, September 18, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, California.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 19, 2022 at Cherokee Memorial. The service will be limited to family only.

Memorial donations may be made to the local Salvation Army.

Shirley Roxson

September 21, 1934 - September 16, 2022

Shirley Marie Roxson of Lodi, CA passed away on September 16, 2022 surrounded by her family. Shirley was born in Bakersfield, CA on September 21, 1934.  In 1960 she met her husband, George, at Santa Rosa Junior College in Santa Rosa, CA.  George was a captain for the Santa Rosa JC campus police and Shirley worked in the Business Administration Office on campus. George and Shirley married on October 25, 1961 in Carson City, NV.  They moved to Lake County in 1961, where Shirley was a medical secretary for 30 years.  George and Shirley resided in Lakeport until 2018 when they moved to Lodi, CA to be closer to family.

Shirley is survived by George, her husband of 60 years, her daughter, Sheryl and her son, Randy (Margaret). Shirley is also survived by her brother, Darrell (Suzy) and her sister, Judy (Floyd). Known to her grandchildren and great grandchildren as “Gramie”, Shirley is survived by her grandchildren, Ashley (Damon), Kyle, Gregory (Lynette) and Alex (Hannah) and her great grandchildren, Landon, Caylee, Vanessa, Aria, Ella, George and Theo.  She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Shirley is predeceased by her brother, Michael and her grandson, Ryan.

SERVICES:
Funeral services will be held Friday, September 23, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Cherokee Memorial, Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA  95240.

Donations in her memory can be made to Hospice of San Joaquin County, 3888 Pacific Ave. Stockton, CA, 95204.


Angelina Ybarra

January 5, 1982 - September 16, 2022

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 7:00pm on Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A mass will be held at 10:00am on Thursday, October 6th, 2022 at St. Anne's Catholic Church  located at 215 W. Walnut St Lodi, CA 95240.  

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Ybarra family.

Anthony Pappas II

October 12, 1971 - September 15, 2022

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony Pappas who passed unexpectedly on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at the age of 50.

Anthony is survived by the love of his life Aimee and their two sons Cameron & Nicholas, grandfather Dayle Bailey along with many other family members & friends.

He is preceded in death by his father Anthony “Tony” Pappas & mother Kathleen Pappas -Lievsay and his grandmother Zona Bailey.

Anthony was born on October 12, 1971 in Stockton CA. He was the only child of Tony & Kathleen. After attending high school at Franklin High, Anthony went on to become a successful business owner.

Anthony was an amazing & devoted son, husband, father, uncle, son in law, business partner & friend. He enjoyed camping, boating, dirt bike riding and being actively involved with his sons sports.

Anthony was the go to guy! If you needed help he was there. He wouldn’t think twice on lending a helping hand. He truly was an amazing person.

His departure from this world has left us with an immense void. He will be greatly missed.

SERVICES:

A funeral service is scheduled for Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 10:00am in the Vineyard Capel located at Cherokee Memorial Park.

Celebration of life to immediately follow. (Ask for details)

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