Sylvia Bugarin

The Most Gentle and Kind, Beloved Sylvia
January 5, 1952 - May 2, 2025

Sylvia Poblete Bugarin lived her life spreading kindness to the world. She was selfless and silly, creative and compassionate.

Sylvia was born in the Philippines on January 5, 1952, to Lourdes Catig Poblete and Augusto Alemani Poblete. She was the fourth of eight siblings—Myrna, Byron, Tony, Cyril, Lydia, Lyle, and Tyrone. She immigrated to the United States in 1970 and settled in San Francisco. She soon befriended Alice, Myrna, and Susan, and shared adventures exploring the city. They remained friends throughout her life.

She married Tony Bugarin in 1973 and cultivated a rich home life for her daughters Precious, Desiree, Melissa, and Elizabeth. She was the family manager, a dedicated mother and spouse. In 1986, she received her Associate of Arts degree and taught preschool in addition to caring for her family. In 1991, she became a U.S. citizen.

Sylvia’s dream of having a family of her own was realized with Tony. Her home came alive with art, love, security, and song. The family grew with the addition of Ricky, Adam, Iris, and Elizabeth. In 2010, grandchildren Nico and Emi arrived, and soon after, Christian was born. With the youngest additions, love surged through the family—Sylvia was now Lola, Loli, or Mugga, depending on which grandchild was calling.

Sylvia was an expert seamstress, making custom costumes for special occasions and quilts gifted when babies were born. Creating came easily to her, and her artistry lived in watercolor paintings, crocheted garments, and carefully designed dresses. She often learned new techniques and loved video tutorials—she mastered skills with ease.

Sylvia was the ultimate mom. She charmed everyone she met and connected with people through a love for humanity and a natural curiosity about life. A born nurturer, Sylvia tried to understand everyone's needs and did her best to meet them, even in her last days.

On May 2, 2025, Sylvia passed peacefully at home with family at her side. She is survived by her husband, Tony; her children, Precious, Desiree, Melissa, and Elizabeth; their partners, Adam, Elizabeth, Ricky, and Iris; and her grandchildren, Nico, Emi, and Christian. She is also survived by her siblings Myrna, Tony, Lydia, Lyle, and Tyrone. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lourdes and Augusto, and her brothers, Byron and Cyril.

She will be deeply missed, and all those whose lives she touched are fortunate to have been a part of hers.

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 3:00-7:30 PM with an evening service starting at 5:00 for those who would like to share memories on Wednesday, May 14th, 2025 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 Thursday, May 15th, 2025 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 Bugarin family.

Jose Perez Galvan

December 13, 1966 - May 1, 2025

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 5:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Thursday, June 5th, 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, June 6th, 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 Perez Galvan family.

Barbara Gates

October 27, 1939 - April 29, 2025

Barbara Jean Gates, 85, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025 in Stockton. She was the daughter of the late Otto and Laura Muller.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Donald Giudice; sister, Helen Wigginton; brother, William Muller, and sister, Florence Walker.

She is survived by her husband, John Gates; daughter, Deborah (James) Ferrari; daughter, Pamela (Delbert) Pier; and her four grandchildren, Joseph Ferrari, Nicholas Ferrari, Susanne Andresen, and Eric Andresen.

Barbara grew up on Roberts Island and attended Tracy High School. The joy of her early life was horse riding with her father and she carried her passion for horses all her life. She married in 1957 and proceeded to become a homemaker and mother of two. Barbara was an excellent seamstress and a good cook, known especially for her baking. After raising her family and retiring from a career in the insurance industry, Barbara enjoyed bicycling with her husband, Don, volunteering at church, and spending time with her dear girl friends. She remarried in her later years, and loved ballroom dancing and traveling with John. Her beautiful smile, her kindness, her quick wit, and her zest for life will be remembered.

SERVICE
A graveside memorial service will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park on May 9, 2025 at 10:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Gates family.

Ronald Takahashi

In Loving Memory of Ronald Ichiro Takahashi
September 30, 1943 – April 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, husband, grandfather, and brother, Ronald Ichiro Takahashi, who passed away peacefully at the age of 81. He was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan on September 30, 1943, and was raised and lived most of his life in Stockton.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Jill Takahashi; his loving children, Jaime and her husband Bob Marlowe, and his son Bryan Takahashi; and his cherished grandchildren, Dylan, Chloe, and Emily Marlowe, and Mila and Rylan Takahashi. He is also remembered fondly by his siblings and their spouses: Debbie and David Ojeda, Donna and Yo Ueda, and Don Takahashi - along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Ron dedicated many years of his life working as a groundskeeper at Delta College, where his warm personality and pride in his work left a lasting impression.

He found joy in the simple pleasures of life - spending time on the golf course, capturing the world through his camera lens, honing his skills at the gun range, playing cards with friends, and getting lost in the stories of films and melodies of his favorite music. But perhaps nothing brought him more happiness than sharing a good meal with those he loved. His enthusiasm for food, whether it was a family favorite or a new discovery, was infectious and often brought us all together. Those who knew him will remember his gentle spirit and the quiet sense of humor he brought to our lives.

He leaves behind a legacy of love and memories that will continue to live on in the hearts to those who loved him.

In accordance with his wishes, no formal service will be held. To honor his memory, we invite you to hit a golf ball, snap a photo, shoot a few rounds at the gun range, savor a favorite meal, or make a donation to your favorite charity - just as he would have loved.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Takahashi family.

Linda Faye Price

In Loving Memory of Faye Price (born Linda Faye Lambert)
February 4, 1928 – April 29, 2025

Though born Linda, she lived—and played—like a Faye. And if you ever saw her on a tennis court, you knew she wasn’t just volleying for fun. Faye Price, a small-town girl with a powerful serve and unmistakable presence, has passed on.

Faye was married to Vernon E. Price, and together they built a full and memorable life. He, along with their son, Larry S. Price, preceded her in death.

She was a tennis legend, plain and simple. Faye started the A-Team at Oak Park and brought her skill to every match. Whether managing the Westlane Racquet Club or mentoring young players, she combined grit, grace, and a healthy dose of competitive charm.

Off the court, Faye embraced quieter joys. She loved quilting—her stitches nearly as precise as her backhand—and she especially loved spending time at her beloved Aptos beach house. There, the sun, surf, and a good paperback were always welcome company.

She is survived by her daughters, Janice C. Maran and Vicki L. Morrison, five grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren, who carry on her fire and unstoppable energy.

Faye Price played life like she played tennis—fast, fierce, and with unyielding strength. And though she may have left the court, her legacy will echo with every serve and well- worn quilt.

Game. Set. Match.

VISITATION AND SERVICE:
A visitation will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025 from 10am to 8pm in the Zinfandel room. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10am in the Vineyard Chapel. Both events are to take place at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd. Lodi, CA.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Price family.

Ratha Dith

Ratha Dith
December 12, 1986- April 28, 2025

Ratha Dith was born on December 12, 1986, at San Joaquin General Hospital in Stockton, California, to parents Rorm Dith and Chep Uy. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 2005 and lived in both Stockton and Manteca, California.

Ratha passed away on April 28, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at Doctors Medical Center in Modesto, California at the age of 38.

Ratha worked as a Sale Consultant for 13 years. Outside of work, he was a man of many interests and talents, including crocheting, baking, badminton, tennis, photography, and exploring different cuisines. He had a deep love for country music, with Luke Bryan being his favorite artist. He loved basketball, football, and baseball and his favorite teams were the Golden State Warriors, 49ers, and the Giants respectively.

Ratha was strong, resilient, kind, patient, and deeply loving. He lived with a joyful spirit and left behind a legacy of positivity and passion for life. Always generous with his time, Ratha willingly volunteered for those he cared about. He understood the true value of time and gave it freely, without hesitation or reservation.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by five sisters—Tiana, Vicky, Gnim, Dalyne, and Ileene; one brother, Lay, 12 nephews and 3 nieces.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE
 A celebration of life will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, May 23rd, 2025 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 Dith family.

Milburn Miranda

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 4:30pm - 6:00pm on Sunday, April 27th, 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 Monday, April 28th, 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 Miranda family.

Richard DuPont

Richard Alan DuPont
July 6, 1963 – March 2, 2025

Richard Alan DuPont was born on July 6, 1963 to Richard DuPont and Jacqueline “Jackie” Shibata (formerly DuPont), in Bronx, NY. Raised in a large family of grandmothers, aunts, uncles and many cousins, his childhood was magical with celebrations and weekly gatherings. He passed away, holding his sisters’ hands, on March 2, 2025, at the age of 61, in Queens, New York after a short battle with liver cancer.

Richard joined the United States Marine Corps at the age of 18, and went on to work construction and become a certified personal trainer. His passion was physical fitness and he was extremely disciplined in his workout regime. Outside of his professional endeavors, Richard had a zest for life and enjoyed being a part of it whether it was cruising through his beloved New York City streets, enjoying a delicious meal, listening to music, or conversing about a topic from his vast mental library.

Richard will be deeply missed and is survived by his loving sisters Danielle DuPont Barney, Tiffany Shibata, Candice Shibata and Nicole DuPont Mintigue, niece Jessica Barney Castro, stepfather Tad Shibata, aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends. He is preceded in death by his father Richard, and mother Jackie.

SERVICE
A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, April 26th, 2025 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 DuPont family.

Jose Torrez Ramirez

January 19, 1942 - April 25, 2025

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 3:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 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 Thursday, May 8th, 2025 at the Holy Cross Catholic Church, located at 18633 E Front St, Linden, CA 95236

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Torrez Ramirez family.

Avelina Rugnao

November 10, 1941 - April 23, 2025

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 5:00pm on Monday, May 5th, 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 Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 at St. George's Church, located at 120 W 5th St, Stockton, CA 95206.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Rugnao family.

Ely Tacan

April 18, 1948 - April 22, 2025

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 10:00am on Monday, May 12th, 2025 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
 A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, May 12th, 2025 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. A burial will follow in the Garden of Angels.

RECEPTION 
A reception will follow after the burial on Monday, May 12th, 2025 at the J. Charles Irwin Reception Center, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Tacan family.

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