Alice Mae Medeiros

February 10, 1937 - January 4, 2026

OBITUARY

Alice Mae Medeiros, age 88, passed away on January 4th. She was a longtime resident of Lodi, California, and was born in Maui, Hawaii.

Alice spent many years as a dedicated worker, first at the Diamond Walnut factory and later at Lodi Memorial Hospital, where she remained until her retirement. Her strong work ethic and reliability were hallmarks of her life, and she took pride in supporting her family through her years of employment.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Medeiros, to whom she married the 2nd of March, 1957, spending 63 years together.

She is survived by her sons, Robert Medeiros and his wife Pamela, and Mark Medeiros and his wife Sharon. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Cole, Alex, Josh, and Samantha. She had multiple nieces and nephews and five great grandchildren. Alice is further survived by her brothers, George and Mike, and her sisters, Carol and Lydia.

In her personal life, Alice enjoyed traveling and gambling, pursuits that brought her excitement and enjoyment over the years. She valued time spent with family and appreciated opportunities to explore new places.

Donations may be made in her memory to Hospice of San Joaquin.

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 12:00pm - 1:00pm on Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at the Evergreen Chapel  at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA.

SERVICE
 A service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at the Evergreen Chapel  at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA. The final committal and reception will follow immediately at 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 Medeiros family.

Donald Williams

Donald Ray Williams

July 8, 1954 - January 4, 2026

OBITUARY

Donald Ray Williams, 71, of Galt, California, passed away on January 4, 2026, at Lodi Memorial Hospital.
Born on July 8, 1954, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Donald grew up in Flint, Michigan, where his love for music began. As a teenager, he played bass guitar in a band, a passion that stayed with him throughout his life. Music was a constant source of joy for Donald, and he often spent his spare time playing the bass, finding peace and expression through it. In his young adulthood, he also picked up the hobby of weightlifting, developing a lifelong commitment to fitness. He enjoyed going to the gym and lifting weights, a reflection of the discipline and strength he carried throughout his life.


Donald proudly served his country in the United States Navy, completing a full career of dedicated service. His military service allowed him to travel the world and experience many cultures, including Kenya, Australia, the Philippines, Korea, Thailand, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Guam, and the Marshall Islands.  These experiences broadened his perspective and left a lasting impression on him. During his Navy career, Donald was assigned as a recruiter for three years in the Bay Area, but his primary occupation was serving as a photographer. He was a talented photographer with a keen eye for detail, capturing many important moments for the U.S. military. He even had the opportunity to work with the United States Secretary of the Interior while serving in the Navy. Through his career, Donald developed a deep passion for photography and loved being behind the camera, capturing both the beauty of scenery and precious family moments. He retired from the Navy after 21½ years of service.


After retiring from the Navy, Donald continued his dedication to service by working as a distribution clerk for the United States Postal Service. During this time, he met many good people who enjoyed his presence and valued his kindness, reliability, and warm personality.


Donald was preceded in death by his father, Moses Williams. He is survived by his devoted wife, Lilia Williams; his daughters, Charlene Williams, Crystal Mock, and Clarissa Williams; his son-in-law, Elbert Mock III; his mother, Catherine Williams; his brothers, Ronald Williams and Terry Williams; and his sister, Sandra Williams.
Above all else, Donald was a family man. He was a good and loving husband to his wife, Lilia, with whom he shared 45 years of marriage. He was an incredible father to his three daughters and looked up to by many within his family as a good man with a funny sense of humor, a respectable and noble presence, and someone who led by quiet example. He was also a well-respected uncle and brother-in-law. His greatest pride and purpose were providing for, caring for, and protecting his wife and children. He was a steady presence, a protector, and a source of unconditional love. Donald’s legacy lives on through the family he cherished, the music he loved, the moments he captured, and the many lives he touched through his quiet strength, integrity, and devotion. Donald will be forever in our hearts and greatly missed.

VISITATION

Visitation with be held on Monday, January 19, 2026, 4:00pm-8:00pm at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.


Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Williams family.

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Claudine Lopez

February 6, 1943 - January 3, 2026

Claudine Lopez, 82, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on January 3rd, 2026.

Born to Edwin and Irene Stelzer on February 6th, 1943 in Lodi, CA, she graduated from Lodi High in 1960 and met the love of her life, Raymond Lopez the following year.  They married June 6th, 1963, where she began her life’s passion of raising her two daughters, Pam and Debbie and being a terrific homemaker.

Claudine had a love for travel, wine tasting and cooking.   Cruising was a favorite and Alaska being one she really enjoyed as well as the Caribbean. The last big trip was to Cuba with her husband and close friend which was a lifelong dream. Along with traveling and cooking and enjoying the beautiful California wineries for picnics, her biggest joy was her family. Especially her three granddaughters. She loved to spend time with her friends, neighbors and her cat, Tahoe.

She is survived by her husband of almost 63 years, Raymond Lopez. Daughters Pam (Marcus) Omlin of Princeton, Tx and Debbie (Bill) Anderson of Lodi. She also leaves behind her three granddaughters. Erica and Erin Anderson of Lodi and Paige Omlin of Princeton, TX. She is survived by numerous cousins, niece’s and nephews and both brothers and sisters in law. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Claudine is preceded in death by both her parents, her younger brother, Curtis Stelzer and her daughter, Kristina Lopez.

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Joy N. Tsusaki

October 3, 1946 - January 2, 2026

Joy N. Tsusaki passed away on January 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving children at the age of 79. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend.

Joy was born on October 3, 1946 in Hawaii to Jack and Jessie Kiyabu. She was the second oldest of seven children, often helping to care for her younger siblings. Joy graduated from Leilehua High School in Wahiawa and attended business school. Shortly after, she boldly decided to be the first of her siblings to leave the island for the mainland in search of a brighter future.

Joy eventually moved to San Francisco, where she met her husband, Matsumi “Match” Tsusaki. She often joked that mutual friends set them up on a blind date. She could tell right away he was “different than the rest, a nice guy”, that he was the one.  Joy and Match married and had their son Myles, then moved to Fremont where daughter Kristine was born. They moved to Sacramento and eventually found a home in Rocklin, where Joy resided for 37 years.

While her children were growing up, Joy was a devoted homemaker. She enjoyed taking care of children, even volunteering at their elementary school where she later worked as a teacher’s aide. Joy and Match loved taking family vacations, including trips to Disneyland, Lake Tahoe, Seattle, Las Vegas, even NYC. There were also numerous, memorable trips to Hawaii to spend time with relatives.

When her children were older, Joy went to work full-time. She eventually landed a position at the State’s unemployment department where she worked for over 20 years, ultimately becoming a supervisor. During this time, she helped watch her granddaughter Kilina on weekends. She and Match also helped care for her while she attended community college in Rocklin.

In her retirement years, Joy enjoyed gardening, hosting family holidays, spending time with her “Coffee Group” friends, and traveling with Match around the country. They went to the Grand Canyon, St. Louis, and even took an epic east coast cruise to Canada. When Match passed in 2016, Joy helped take care of her grandson Evan. They formed a special bond, especially sharing a love for sports. Joy recorded games for them to watch together (SF Giants, 49ers, Oregon Ducks), as well as Sacramento Kings games to share with Myles and Sophia who visited regularly. Just like with Myles, Joy attended all of Evan’s sports games and was his #1 fan.

Joy’s greatest “joy” in life was taking care of her family. She will forever be remembered for her warmth, wittiness, humor and kindness. She is survived by her children Myles (Sophia), Kristine (Aaron), six grandchildren: Kilina, Sylvia, Alyssa, Vanessa, Theresa, and Evan, as well as 16 great-grandchildren.

Service:
Joy’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. in the J. Charles Irwin Reception Center at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240, with a lunch reception to follow.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Tsusaki family.

Linda Kay Lawley

Linda Kay Lawley
October 26, 1951 - December 29, 2025

Linda Kay Lawley passed away early Monday morning December 29th, 2025. Born to Andrew and Ruby North in Van Buren, Arkansas, on October 26th, 1951, she grew up as the youngest of 10 children. She was 74 years old.

In her early life, Linda spent her childhood with her family and friends, canning fruits and vegetables from her family's garden. From an early age, Linda was taught the importance of a dedicated work ethic, and not only pursued it later in life, but also instilled that belief in her children and grandchildren.

Throughout her career, Linda worked for over 20 years at Campbell’s Canning Factory in Stockton. In addition, she worked as a local union hall representative. Linda dedicated herself and her time to her friends and coworkers, making it a priority to take care of those around her.

Stockton is where Linda began her independent life; caring for her family while building her career. Linda also made time for her hobby of collecting salt & pepper shakers. She collected over 950 individual pairs of salt & pepper shakers, either gifted from friends and family, or symbols of her many journeys and travels. Collecting was something that she loved deeply and shared with her family. She looked forward to holidays and birthdays to see what unique shakers she might be gifted. Her laugh and smile would light up a room as she unwrapped a new set of shakers.

Along with collecting salt & pepper shakers, Linda was a devoted Christian and spent many years with the Fellowship Church. She was dedicated to spending as much time as she could going to Bible Study, practicing the word of God, reviewing prayers, and sharing her love of God with her fellow church-goers. Learning and preaching the word of God is where she found the strength to endure any troubles she might face.

Throughout her later years of life, when her health began to decline, her faith in God and his plan never wavered. She was with God until her final moments and is with him now.

Linda leaves behind her two sons, James Lawley (Melissa) and Bradley Lawley (Cheryl).

Additionally, she is blessed with two step-daughters, Sandra Lawley, and Jean Lawley, 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Ruby North; her husband, Jay Lawley; and all of her siblings.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart...”(Jeremiah 29:11-13)

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Lawley family.

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Rita Jackson

July 22, 1934 - December 29, 2025

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 5:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 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 Thursday, January  22nd, 2026 at St. Bernadette's Church, located at 2555 Country Club Blvd, Stockton, CA 95204.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Jackson family.

J. Isaac Castro

J. Isaac Castro

June 26, 1957 - December 29, 2025

VISITATION

Visitation held on Thursday, January 15, 2026 9:00am-12:00pm at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
 Service will be held at 1:00pm on January 15, 2026 9:00am-12:00pm at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Castro family.

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Irene Hampton

June 7, 1926 - December 28, 2025

Irene Hampton (Stroing), 99, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, in Stockton, California. She was one of the first babies born at Mercy Hospital in Sacramento to Ted and May Stroing (Peacock). Irene had one brother, Ed Stroing. She lived a full life, from sitting on the steps of the bank with her father at the start of the Great Depression, to moving to Stockton and witnessing a world transformed by modern technology. Always busy, she lived a life firmly rooted in her family, faith, and service to others.

She took great joy in her marriage to Art Hampton (passed 2008). Art was a Navy veteran, Irene’s lifelong partner of 62 years, and owner of the neighborhood meat market. Irene and Art attended Stockton High School together, where she was a majorette for the band. They married in 1946, shortly after returning from the war. During World War II, Irene worked at the Navy Annex, where she tracked the ship movements of her future husband. Later, Art and Irene worked together at the market on Waterloo Road until their retirement. Up until her passing, Irene continued to wear her wedding ring and would still run into former customers who recalled going into the meat market as children and getting their free hot dog.

 Irene was a beloved mother and is survived by her three children: Linda Housley, Bob Hampton (Lori Podesta), and Jack Hampton. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She showed her love and caring nature through thoughtful, handmade greeting cards for her family for every season and occasion. Her grandchildren still remember the special birthday parties Grandma created just for them. She cherished Christmases shared with the whole family and loved decorating her home for all the holidays.

 Irene loved gardening and could never pass a garden shop without stopping in. Always busy, she enjoyed crafting, cake decorating, knitting, needlepoint, and ceramics—all of which supported her time as a schoolroom mom and scout leader. In her later years, she continued to care for others and was deeply grateful to be cared for by incredible caregivers and friends. She loved Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, baseball, and always cheering on the New York Yankees for her hometown hero, Aaron Judge.

 She is deeply loved and honored for a full life of dedicated help, support, care, and love.

 Funeral services were held at Cherokee Memorial in Lodi, California

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Noah Juan Auburn Tracy

October 31, 2008 - December 28, 2025

Obituary

Noah Juan Auburn Tracy was born 10/31/2008, our Halloween baby whose first outfit was a ghost onesie. Noah loved his birthday from the time he was old enough to understand what everyone was doing. He loved dressing up and walking from house to house asking for candy. He once believed all the children were dressing up just for him, because it was his birthday. Growing up he loved Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Ben 10, and Spiderman. However, once he discovered his love for basketball around the age of 7, he was instantly hooked! He loved spending hours practicing, shooting baskets, imitating his favorite players (Derrick Rose, James Harden, Steph Curry, Damien Lillard and Ja Morant among others) and playing horse. He played basketball for many teams during his time with the YMCA winning countless medals, growing as an athlete, and scoring many many points with his signature three point shot. Noah was a kind, loving, funny, quiet yet friendly young man. "Nowie" was always making his mother laugh with his jokes and funny sayings. Noah was also an excellent student who earned straight "A"s. Beyond his academic and athletic achievements, Noah also dedicated his time working with the youth at the Seifert Community Center where he once attended. Noah always wanted to help his family and friends if he could. He was a sweet boy and respectful to everyone he met. Noah also loved music, playing video games online with friends, and dressing to impress! He never left the house (even for the smallest task) without looking his absolute best. He was a constant perfectionist when it came to his appearance as he would spend hours getting ready. He was always sure to keep up with the latest fashion. He cleaned his favorite sneakers often, and always had his hair styled immaculately. Noah will be greatly missed by those who loved him and his legacy will live on in our hearts. The memories he shared with all of us will forever be cherished. Noah brought joy to everyone who was lucky enough to have known him. His impact on the world was short but powerful and his memory will forever live on within many. He is loved and remembered by his mother Breanna Vinson; father Bobby Tracy Jr., grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, and several cousins.

Service

Private service will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Contact family for details.

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Marvin D. Riley

Marvin Dean Riley
September 4, 1935 - December 26, 2025

Marvin Riley passed away peacefully at home in Lodi on December 26th at the age of 90. He was born on September 4, 1935 in Maywood, Nebraska to Mildred and Wendell Riley, and grew up on a farm near Gering.

At Gering High School, Marvin played football (before face masks - with the scar to prove it), basketball, and baseball. He first enrolled in shop and metalwork classes, until his father marched him back to school to sign up for college-prep classes instead. In 1953, he attended the University of Nebraska to study vocational agriculture and even tried out for the football team until it became clear that he wouldn’t make the team as a 170-pound center.

Marvin began his career teaching vocational agriculture, chemistry, and physics at a high school in Lagrange, Wyoming and then as a chemistry teacher in Cheyenne. While teaching, he earned a Master of Science in Chemistry from the University of Wyoming. In 1965, he was honored as Wyoming’s Top Educator and received the award at the White House from President Lyndon B. Johnson. With support from a National Defense Education Act grant, he went on to earn his PhD in Chemistry from the University of South Dakota.

In 1969, Marvin moved his family from Vermillion, South Dakota, to Stockton, California, where he joined the chemistry faculty at San Joaquin Delta College. He spent the next 33 years doing what he loved most – teaching and mentoring students.

Marvin enjoyed water skiing, snow skiing, and golf, and was a proud member of the Woodbridge Country Club for 34 years. He also proudly served as the Little League coach for his two sons for many years and was an active member of the Clements-Lockeford Lyons Club, where he served a term as Club President.

His path to ninety years was not without challenges as he narrowly survived the great blizzard of 1949, emergency brain surgery, and non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma twice. In June of 2019 his doctor, not accounting for the toughness of a Nebraska farm boy, told Marvin he had only four to six months to live. Clearly, Marv had other plans.

He leaves behind his loving wife of 44 years, Gayle; his children Lynndee Riley, Ken Riley (Gayle), and Kevin Riley (Jennifer); his stepdaughter Jennifer Fancher (Gary); eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and his younger brother, Melvin. Marvin was preceded in death by his older brother, Marion.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 9, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Hospice of San Joaquin.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Riley family.

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