Jesus "Jesse" Ibarra

May 29, 1963 - December 19, 2024

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing Jesus Ibarra “Jesse” He was born in Stockton California on May 29, 1963. He passed away on December 19, 2024 after battling cancer.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Pizano and son Alexander Nicholas. Siblings: Berta Marquez, Ramon Ibarra Jr (Camerina), Raul Ibarra (Esther) and Veronica Avalos (Hector).

He is preceded in death by his parents Ramon and Socorro Ibarra (+2018); sister Olivia Lopez (+2018) and brother Alfredo Ibarra (+2020).

Jesse was raised in Lodi, California. He attended Terminous Elementary School, Lodi Middle and graduated from Tokay High School Class of 1981. He then attended San Joaquin Delta College with an AA degree in Business Administration.

He was employed as a computer program sales representative at Page Up. He was intelligent, fiercely independent, and self-motivated. His honorable work ethic and dedication was to be admired. He loved technology and was always up on the latest technology on TVs, computers and iPhones. He was an avid football and baseball fan. He enjoyed watching the 49ers, Raiders and the Dodgers.

Jesse valued family and enjoyed spending time with them. His family was a high priority in his life. He provided for and cared for his wife and son. Jesse set an admirable example of a husband and a father. He cherished quality time with those around him, always trying to make others laugh and smile.

We will miss his humorous character and kind caring soul. His legacy will live through his wife and son and those that love him.

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 3:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 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, January 3rd, 2025 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 Ibarra family.

Cesar Luna-Hernandez

October 10, 1978 - December 19, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 3:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting 6:00pm on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

MASS
Mass will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, January 8th, 2025 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 Luna-Hernandez family.

Antonio Mendoza Rodriguez

July 10, 1949 - December 19, 2024

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 5:00pm - 8:00pm on Monday, January 13th, 2025 a rosary starting at 6:30pm 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 Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, located at 5882 N. Ashley Lane, Stockton, CA 95215.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Mendoza Rodriguez family.

Paz Fernandez

December 21, 1937 - December 16, 2024

MASS
Mass will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 at St. George's Church, located at 120 W 5th St, Stockton, CA 95206.

SERVICE
 A service will be held at 2:30pm on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Nicole Fox

October 19, 1978 - December 16, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 8:00pm on Friday, January 17th, 2025 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, January 18th, 2025 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Sachio "Sach" Watanabe

Sachio “Sach” Watanabe, 94, died peacefully December 14, 2024. Sach was born on July 9, 1930 in Inglewood, CA. During WWII he was interned in Rohwer, Arkansas. He attended Lodi Union High School and graduated in 1948. In 1959 he married Grace Okazaki. Sach was employed for many years in the car business. He was very active in the Lodi Buddhist Church, the Lodi Lions Club and he enjoyed fishing, bowling, golfing and traveling. Sach is survived by his wife, Grace, his daughter Pam (Kurt), son Scott (Kari), grandson, William and many nieces and nephews. Sach was preceded in death by his parents, Kazuichi and Iwako Watanabe, brothers Kazuyuki, Kazuto and Mitsuo, sister Chiyeko.

A memorial service is scheduled for Sach for January 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Buddhist Church of Lodi. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Lodi Buddhist Church or to the American Lung Association.

Charles McClerkin

September 8, 1946 - December 13, 2024

Charles Edward McClerkin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and cherished member of the Lodi community, passed away peacefully at home on December 13, 2024, at the age of 78. His final days were spent surrounded by his devoted family, following a brief but courageous battle with an aggressive cancer.

Charlie was born on September 8, 1946, in Jackson, Tennessee, to Lonnie and Winifred McClerkin. As a young child, he moved to California, where he spent his formative years in Rio Vista. In July of 1966, Charlie was drafted into the United States Army, serving his country with honor until his discharge in 1968.

After his military service, Charlie worked alongside his father at the Roadway Garage in San Jose, California. During this time, he met the love of his life, Susan Sanders, in October of 1972. The two were married on April 7, 1973, in Lodi, California, where they settled and built their life together.

In 1973, Charlie began a lifelong career in the insurance industry, dedicating himself to serving the senior community of Lodi with integrity and compassion. In 1979, he founded McClerkin Insurance Services, earning the trust and respect of countless clients over the course of his 52-year career.

Charlie’s commitment to his faith and community was unwavering. A devoted member of Century Assembly Church, he served on the church board and the school board of Century Christian School for many years. Known for his kindness and steady presence, he also served as the head usher, ensuring every congregant felt welcomed and cared for.

Charlie’s passions included hunting trips with close friends, boating and fishing on our boat, the Delta Blue II, as well as bowling. Charlie also cherished spending his mornings at the Village Coffee Shop with friends, engaging in lively conversations and enjoying the camaraderie of his community.

Above all, his greatest joy was spending time with his wife Susan, embarking on long drives, adventures across the country in their RV, exploring other countries and creating cherished memories with his seven grandchildren. His love for his family was profound, and he poured his heart into every moment spent with them.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie McClerkin and Winifred Jordan; three sisters; seven brothers; and his two sons, Brandon McClerkin and Shaun McClerkin.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Susan McClerkin; his daughter, Jennifer Murphey (Brian); his son, Sean McClerkin; and his beloved grandchildren: Hudson McClerkin, Judah McClerkin, McKenzie Murphey, Max Murphey, Miles Murphey, Ryer McClerkin, and Maverick Murphey. He also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends who will deeply miss his warm presence and kind heart.

Charlie’s legacy is one of unwavering love, faith, and service. While his absence leaves an immeasurable void, his family finds comfort in their faith, trusting they will one day be reunited.

SERVICE
A celebration of Charlie’s life will be held at Faith Community Church 18621 CA-99, Acampo CA. 95220 on Saturday January 11, 2025 at 12:00pm. The family invites all who knew and loved Charlie to join in honoring his memory. A grave side service will be held privately.

Charlie was a man of integrity, compassion, and unshakable faith. His life was a testament to the power of love, family, and devotion, and he will forever be remembered in the hearts of those who were fortunate to know him.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the McClerkin family.

Elvin Tyler

December 9, 1938 - December 13, 2024

Elvin Tyler, 86, of Stockton, CA, passed peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, December 13, 2024, just four days after his 86th birthday.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 36 years, Iry Tyler, four sons Eric Wayne McKneely (Tanya), Elvin Curtis Tyler (Julie), Alonzo Bernard Tyler, Roderick Bruce Tyler, and his stepchildren Venetia Georgene Johnson and Christopher Johnson (Sandhya); sister Daisey Tyler Dade (Willie), devoted sister-in-law, Paula Tyler. He also leaves behind a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends who will miss him dearly. He was especially close to his stepson, Christopher’s children, Miles and Madeline. He spent many magical moments with them, and they thought he was the greatest grandpa, and they will sorely miss him.

Elvin was born in Leesville, Louisiana, on December 9, 1938, to O.D. Tyler and Katie Clifton Tyler. Later his family moved from Louisiana to Jasper, Texas where he grew up. In 1960 he moved to California, living mostly in the Bay Area where he worked and raised his family.

Elvin retired from NAS Moffett Field, where he received many awards for outstanding work as a pipefitter in the Public Works Department. After retiring from federal service, he obtained his contractor’s license and started his business, Tyler’s Plumbing.

In 2004 he and his wife, Iry, moved to Stockton, CA, and were parishioners and active members of Presentation Church. He was also a Knight of Columbus and was known as the sausage chef for the “World Famous Pancake Breakfast.” He was a passionate sports fan! He especially loved the Bay Area sports teams – Giants, Warriors, and his favorite of them all the Niners. He was a diehard Niners fan with season tickets for several years. He loved his tailgating parties with his Niner buddies.

Elvin was preceded in death by his father, O.D. Tyler and his mother Katie Clifton Tyler and his dear brother Raymond Tyler.

SERVICE
Funeral Services for Elvin - Viewing and Visitation on Thursday, January 2, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240, Funeral Mass on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at Presentation Church, 1515 W. Benjamin Holt Drive, Stockton, CA 95207.

In lieu of flowers, the family would welcome memorial gifts to the Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95204.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Tyler family.

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