Phal Som

February 2, 1942 – January 27, 2024

We are very sad to announce the passing of our beloved mother, devoted aunt, doting grandmother, and loving great grandmother Phal Som, age 81. She passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024 in her home surrounded by family. Born in Cambodia, she fought her way through mass genocide and resided the remainder of her life in Stockton. She was a kind hearted person who displayed unconditional love to anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. Even during her moments of discomfort she always had the well-being of her friends and family in her heart. She fought a long time to stay with us. We have been so fortunate to have her in our lives as long as we did. 

The loving mother of Saroeum Som (Phy Hout), Vanny Som (Tito Chhun), and the late Thoeum Som and Ky Som. Sister of Vann Som (Phy Sam), Chhoeurn Som (Keoun Ken), and the late Sam Sar and Chhin Sar (Sous Ka). Loving grandmother of many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be remembered by numerous nieces and nephews, uncles and aunts, cousins, family, and friends which she held near and dear to her heart.

Family and friends welcomed to join us for her services.

SERVICE
A service will be held Thursday, February 11th, 2024 at 1:00pm at Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park (https://www.cherokeememorial.com/directions), located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240. A Buddhist prayer service will follow at her daughter’s residence. And a final closing prayer on Monday, February 12 at 9:30am. Please call or text (209)406-1112 for the address. 

We thank you for the love, support, prayers and kindness. Flowers can be sent directly to the funeral home. 

Blessings to all, 

The Som/Sar/Ka family

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Heather Burns

July 16, 1970 - January 27, 2024

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, February 29th, 2024 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240. A reception will follow at the J. Charles Irwin Reception Center, located at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Robert Rench

October 24, 1945 - January 27, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm on Monday, February 12th, 2024 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, February 13th, 2024 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Gertrude Lee

October 24, 1945 - January 27, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm on Thursday, February 15th, 2024 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, February 16th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Nathan Richards

Nathan Charles Richards
1963-2024

Nathan (60) passed away on 21 January 2024 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Stockton, California, where he was also born on 29 March 1963. He was a lifelong resident of Lodi, California. He worked in the field of concrete placement and brick laying, and as a baseball umpire.

Nathan graduated from St. Anne’s Catholic School in Lodi, where he was an altar server for the Church. Nathan loved sports, especially basketball and baseball. He pitched on the Lodi High Sophomore team and was proud of limiting Stagg High School to three hits in a win at Stockton. Later he pitched in the Cal-Mex League.

Nathan learned to make lemon meringue pie from his grandmother Frances Richards at Wevertown in upstate New York. Later he gave pies as gifts to friends, relatives, and Sisters at St. Anne’s School.

Nathan is predeceased by his mother, Virginia T. Richards (d. May 2023) and his cousin, Susan Morris (d. February 2014), who he dearly missed.

He is survived by his father, Ronald J. Richards; a daughter Nasha, with Jennifer Northrup; and a son, Garrett, with Yvonne Davis. His aunts and uncles including: Lena (Joe) Villanueva, Stockton CA; James (Pat) Richards, Kingston NY; Parma Richards, Queensbury NY; Mary Anne Richards, Pleasant Valley NY. His cousins: Steve Villanueva, Stockton CA; Gregory Ramirez, Woodland CA; Abbe Ramirez, Sacramento CA.

Nathan will be interred in the Holy Family Niches - Pedestal Row A, Niche #3 Westside. A niche-side service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 21 at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, California. A priest from St. Anne’s Catholic Church will officiate.

Ron appreciated the support and prayers of his cousins back East, up in Truckee CA, and his cousin Archbishop Joseph Richards of Mansfield, Ohio. My thanks to the staff of Fulton Gardens nursing facility in Stockton for taking care of him since June of 2023.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lodi Boosters of Boys/Girls Sports, 230 W. Elm Street, Lodi CA 95240.

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Paul Guerrero

December 12, 1928 - January 22, 2024

Paul Johnson Guerrero, 95, passed away January 22, 2022, in Stockton, CA.

Paul was proceeded in death, by his loving wife, of 71 years, June Guerrero. He is survived by his four children and their spouses; Paul Guerrero, John Guerrero and his wife Lyn, Nancy Fuller and her husband Tim, Mike Guerrero; his four grandchildren, Nicole Sellers and her husband Greg, Scott Guerrero, Shawn Guerrero, Marcus Guerrero; and his five great-grandchildren; Mariana Lopez, Kristian Sellers, Nathan Sellers, Richard Lopez, and Devan Sellers.

Paul was a caring and devoted Father to his children and Grandfather to his Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.

Paul was an entrepreneur, as a founding owner of Andero Construction. He also received his Juris Doctorate and practiced Construction law at the Law Office of Paul Guerrero. Paul was also an Advocate for Small and Minority businesses in Northern California. He served on the Caltrans SBC and the CA Department of General Services SBC. He was a member of La Raza Roundtable, Several Hispanic Chambers, including the San Joaquin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and was the founding member of The United Minority Business Entrepreneurs.

Paul has touched so many throughout his years and will truly be missed.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 1:00pm on Tuesday, February 13th, 2024 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 Guerrero family.

Sharleen Riggs

SHARLEEN JUNE RIGGS (nee MORGAN)
September 26, 1937 – January 20, 2024

Sharleen June Riggs was born on September 26, 1937 in Deepwater, Missouri, and was called home to be with our Lord on January 20, 2024 in Sacramento, California, age 86, in the loving care of her two sons, Jerry Riggs II and Gary Riggs. As a young girl, the family moved to Stockton, California. She attended Franklin High School, Stockton College and Schneider Vocational School. On March 26, 1955, she married the love of her life and childhood neighbor, Jerry Riggs (deceased). They had four children, Sherrie (deceased), Jerry, Gary and Mary (deceased); five grandchildren, Bruce, Tiffany, Leena, DeAna and Tyler; six great-grandchildren, Jordan, Amy, Alex, Evelyn, Jeremiah and Daniel. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Ann Morgan; sisters Joyce Kreis and Donna Rios; brothers John Morgan and Frank Morgan.

Sharleen began her career as a beautician, then worked for Bank of America, then as a hostess/cashier for Santiago’s Mexican restaurant in Lincoln Center. In 1977 she obtained her Realtor license and worked for Riggs & Associates (no relationship) in Stockton. Then she worked for Allstate Insurance on Pacific Avenue in public relations. She was heavily involved with the Stockton Board of Realtors and served and chaired on many committees. She was honored with the Realtor of the Year Award in 1987, and she served as President in 1990 on the Stockton Board of Realtors. She also served for two years as a Director for the California Association of Realtors. Sharleen’s volunteer activities included helping at the Blind Center, being a member of the Delta Lions Club, Toastmasters, Coast Guard Auxiliary and served for over 25 years with the Stockton Salvation Army, including serving on their Advisory Board.

Sharleen enjoyed spending time with her family the most. She also enjoyed golfing, traveling and fishing trips with her husband, family and friends. She also enjoyed hosting large family gatherings. Sharleen will be deeply missed by all. She will be resting at Cherokee Memorial Park alongside her dear husband. Online Guestbook at cherokeememorial.com.

SERVICE
A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on Thursday, February 8th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Lucio Ramirez

June 28, 1943 - January 20, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 3:00pm - 6:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Thursday, February 8th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

MASS
Mass will be held at 10:00am on Friday, February 9th, 2024 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 Ramirez family.

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