Eleanor G. Castagna

April 4, 1933 - November 6, 2025

Eleanor Elvina (Geiszler) Castagna, beloved mother to 4 children, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025 at the age of 92.  Born in Lodi, CA on April 4, 1933 to Julius Arthur Geiszler and Rosina Ladner.  Eleanor grew into a woman of quiet strength and steadfast love for her family. 

Eleanor worked more than 20 years at the Human Services Agency as a Clerk Typist, where her diligence, kindness and reliability were appreciated by all who knew her. 

Eleanor loved to travel.  She traveled widely from Europe to Tahiti and visited 48 of our 50 United States.  While traveling, she was delighted to explore, eat good food, and enjoy good conversation. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rudolph “Rudy” Daniel Castagna.  The two honeymooned at Lake Tahoe and then spent many happy years together at their cabin, and those memories remain a treasure to her family today. 

Eleanor is survived by her children, Deborah (Castagna) Evans, Daniel (Debbie) Castagna, David Castagna, Denise (Keith) Castagna Kearney; grandchildren James Lucas,  Luke (Cathy) Castagna, Dane Castagna, and Nick Castagna; and great grandchildren Sophia, Nathan, and Emma Castagna. 

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held on Sunday November 23rd, 2025 at 1:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home Located at 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi CA 95240

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice in Eleanor’s honor.  

Paulita Labor Rivera

In Loving Memory of Paulita Labor Rivera
January 15, 1946 - November 5, 2025

Our beloved and beautiful Nanay Paulita Labor Rivera was born on January 15, 1946, in Leyte, Leyte, Philippines. She peacefully passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at her home in Stockton, California, surrounded by the love of her family.

Nanay was a devoted mother of five children, a proud grandmother to 26 grandchildren, and a cherished great-grandmother to 11 great-grandchildren. She dedicated her life to her family, always giving with an open heart and loving without limits. Nanay had a kind and nurturing spirit. She was known for her generosity and her ability to make everyone feel cared for and welcome. Her beautiful smile and joyful laughter could light up any room. Though she was shy at first, those who truly got to know her couldn’t help but love her deeply.

One of Nanay’s greatest joys was gardening. Whether she was tending to vegetables, fruits, or her favorite flowers. She found peace and happiness in nurturing life and watching things bloom. Whenever she harvested from her garden, she would joyfully share her fruits and vegetables with family, friends, and even neighbors. Her garden was not only a reflection of her love for nature, but also of her generosity and desire to bless others with what she had.

One of the memories her family, especially her grandchildren will cherish forever is how lovingly she cared for them. Nanay always made sure every child was well fed, dressed neatly, and surrounded by her gentle care.  Nanay’s words of love and wisdom will forever echo in the hearts of her family. Every time we see her, she would gently remind us, especially the grandchildren, “Be good, always take care, drive safe, pray, love you, and God bless you.” These simple but powerful words are now a lasting reminder of her love, faith, and care for everyone she held dear.

Her faith in God was her foundation. Nanay loved the Lord with all her heart and never missed an opportunity to remind her family to pray and trust in Him every day. Her faith, love, and strength will continue to guide and inspire all who were blessed to know her.

Rest in peace, Nanay Inday. Please send our love to Tatay and to all our loved ones in heaven. We love you so much, and we will miss your presence everyday. You will forever be in our hearts, Nanay. Until we meet again.

Nanay is predeceased by her mother Gliceria Labor, father Andres Arpon, and our Tatay Jose Rivera “Joey.” Her sister Gloria Delantar and brother Laurentino Delantar. She is survived by her children and their families:

Revee Roque and husband Alvin Roque

  • Children: Aldrich and wife Tiffany, great-grandchildren: Athena Eve and Tahlia Rae

  • AJ and partner Tam

  • Aly and partner Wen

Gladys Cordova and husband David Cordova

  • Children: Robert James Reid

  • Jonathan and partner Raquel

  • Gabrielle and husband Ben Samples, great-grandchild: Joel Gabriel

  • Isabela and partner Noah

Obed Rivera and wife Cheryl Rivera

  • Children: Hazel and partner DeSchaun, great-grandchild: Anyah

  • James Ryan

  • Obed Lars and partner Stephanie

  • Xavier 

  • Elijah

  • Jochebed

Yphel DeCastro and husband Glenn DeCastro

  • Aljhon and wife Monica Rivera, great grand child: Avery James

  • Shelvie and husband Brandon Sagurit, great grand child: Classic Bernard

  • Frederick and partner Oleyssia, great grand child: Ophelia

  • Aaron and partner Dulce

  • Daisy and husband Tyler Sandberg, great grand child: Luna Mariw

  • Dylan

  • Denyelle

  • Kiane

  • Gabriel

Shiela Rivera and partner Vladimir Pikalov

  • Children: Ronald 

  • Kailani and great grand-children: Mahealani and Liana Marie

  • Jasen and great-grandchild: Jeremiah Koa 

  • Jareth

Older Brother Rogelio Labor and brother Simeon Delantar and their family.

Older Sister Ida Labor Delima and her family

“As Nanay would always say…
Be good, always take care, pray, love you, and God bless you.

Her words are a gentle reminder to live with kindness, love, and faith every day.”

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 3:00pm - 8:00pm on Thursday, November 20th, 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, November 21st, 2025 at St. George Catholic Church located at 120 W 5th St, Stockton, CA 95206

Please leave your condolences below.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Rivera family.

Besola Etolia Scantling

September 3, 1928 - November 4, 2025

SERVICE
 A service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 at Berea Baptist Church, located at 4957 Quashnick Rd, Stockton, CA 95212. The final committal will follow immediately after at 1:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be designated to Hospice House of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95204 or to Berea Baptist Church of Morada, 4957 Quashnick Rd, Stockton, CA 95212.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Scantling family.

Velma "Joyce" Backues

March 18, 1942 - November 3, 2025

Joyce Backues of Stockton, California, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, at the age of 83. She was born on March 18, 1942, in Lindsay, California, to Ernie and Camille Creamer. Shortly after her birth, the family moved to Stockton, where Joyce spent most of her life.

In 1964, Joyce married Marvin Backues in a beautiful ceremony at Lake Tahoe. They shared many wonderful years together before Marvin’s passing in 2008.

Joyce was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She is survived by her three daughters: Cathy (John) Stagg of Stockton; Peggy (Joe) Canepa of Clements; and Penny Basso (Greg Risso) of Stockton. She was a proud grandmother to nine grandchildren: Rick (Dawn) Stagg; Ashley Stagg; Corinne (Garrett) Burkhard; Allison (Brody) Nutting; Emily Canepa; Chris (Morgan) Canepa; and Mackenzie, Taylor, and Lauren Basso. Joyce was also blessed with four great-grandchildren: Brandon Stagg, Adalynn Harbut, Nora Nutting, and Isabella Burkhard.

She is also survived by her brothers, Don (Geri) Creamer of Stockton and Ron Creamer of Stockton, as well as many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernie and Camille Creamer; and her partner, Earl Rieger who passed away in July.

Joyce was a homemaker who brought joy and warmth to everyone she met. She loved to laugh and was known for her beautiful smile. Her favorite pastimes included playing cards, enjoying bingo, and taking trips to the casino with friends and family.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joachim Catholic Church in Lockeford where family and friends will gather to honor and remember Joyce’s life and legacy. Joyce will be deeply missed and forever remembered for her kind heart, laughter, and love for her family.

Memorial Contributions may be made in Joyce’s memory to Vitas Hospice.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

A celebration of life will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday November 18, 2025, at St. Joachim Catholic Church , located at 13392 E Lockeford Ranch Rd, Lockeford, CA 95237.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Backues family.

Diana Burdick

December 21, 1950 - November 3, 2025

DIANA BURDICK OBITUARY

Diana Lee Burdick, 74, of Lodi, California, passed away on November 3, 2025, due to complications from numerous illnesses. She was born on December 21, 1950, in Stockton to George R. “Dick” Lansford and Dorothy (Witt) Lansford. She was raised in Stockton and graduated from St. Mary’s High School. Diana relocated to Lodi, married Jerry Schnaible and became a homemaker. They had one son, Heath. She remarried Jim Burdick 25 years ago.

Diana was gifted in the area of technology, and loved gardening, crafts, wood-working and especially genealogy. She spent many fulfilling years researching the Lansford and Witt families, when she wasn’t amusing herself with her long-haired Dachshund, Shasta (successor to Daisy). In addition to her son, Diana is survived by her daughter-in-law, Christine, grandson, Colin, sister, Elaine Boccoli, brother-in-law Robert Boccoli, and nephews Dan and Michael Boccoli.

A rosary and funeral Mass for Diana will be held on Tuesday, November 18th, at 9:30 am at St. Bernadette’s Church, 2555 Country Club Boulevard in Stockton.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Burdick family.

Rosalie Carrillo

May 24, 1944 - November 1, 2025

MEMORIAL SERVICE
A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on Friday, November 14th, 2025 at CWC LIFE, located at 786 Button Ave, Manteca, CA 95336.

GRAVESIDE
 A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, November 14th, 2025 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 Carrillo family.

Savan Bunma

Savan Bunma

March 10, 1957 - November 1, 2025

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Saturday, November 15, 2025 in the Merlot Visitation Room at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
 A service will be held at 1:00pm on Sunday, November 16, 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 Bunma family.

Jesse Sotelo

January 16, 1948 - October 29, 2025

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 10:00am - 1:00pm on Friday, October 7th, 2025 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 2:00pm on Friday, October 8th, 2025 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 Sotelo family.

Cherokee Memorial Park is a 501(c)13 non-profit company, owned and operated exclusively for the benefit of the community, serving Lodi, Stockton, Galt, Manteca and the San Joaquin Valley since 1940.

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