Richard "Rick" McGuiness

In Loving Memory of Richard Michael “Rick“ McGuiness

May 22, 195 - May 23, 2026

Richard Michael "Rick" McGuiness, age 74, of Stockton, California, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, just one day after celebrating his 74th birthday on May 22.

Rick was born on May 22, 1952, in San Jose, California, to Carmel Alice "Babe" McGuiness and Harry Robert McGuiness. Throughout his life, Rick was known for his resilience, compassionate heart, unwavering faith, and deep love for his family and friends.

One of Rick's greatest accomplishments was his recovery. He remained clean and sober from December 1, 2001, and often reflected on the moment he decided to change his life by saying, "I was sick and tired of being sick and tired." Those words marked the beginning of a new chapter; one filled with hope, purpose, and service to others.

Inspired by his own journey, Rick dedicated his life to helping those struggling with addiction. In March 2002, he began working as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor at Turning Point Orinda Detox Center, where he faithfully served until his retirement in August 2022. He believed everyone deserved a second chance and found great purpose in walking alongside others as they rebuilt their lives. His compassion, understanding, and encouragement touched countless individuals and families throughout his career.

Rick was a believer in God whose Christian faith remained an important part of his life. When his health allowed, he attended church and found strength, comfort, and peace in his relationship with the Lord. His faith was reflected in the grace, forgiveness, and kindness he extended to everyone he met.

A lifelong and devoted San Francisco Giants fan, Rick rarely missed a game. Whether cheering from the stands or watching from home, baseball brought him endless joy. He proudly wore his Giants gear and loved sharing his passion for the game with family and friends.

Music was another of Rick's greatest loves. He had an incredible appreciation for classic blues, rock and roll, and many other genres. His favorite artist was Eric Clapton, and he also loved The Beatles, B.B. King, and discovering music from all walks of life. He enjoyed listening to his favorite albums and watching documentaries about the musicians he admired.

Rick found happiness in life's simple pleasures. He enjoyed watching his favorite movies and television shows, barbecuing for family gatherings, dancing, and playing cards—especially a spirited game of Crazy Eights. He treasured every opportunity to laugh, make memories, and spend time with those he loved.

Above all else, Rick's greatest joy was his family. He was a proud father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He especially cherished his daily conversations with his beloved sister, Doris, always checking in on her and making sure she was doing well. His love for his family was constant, unconditional, and evident in everything he did.

Rick is survived by his loving sister, Doris L. Robertson; his four daughters, Debbie McGuiness, Michelle Orduñez (McGuiness), Lisa McGuiness, and Monica McGuiness; his many cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Carmel Alice "Babe" McGuiness, and his sister, Barbara Garcia.

Rick will be remembered for his compassionate heart, unwavering loyalty, warm sense of humor, and generous spirit. His life was a testament to faith, redemption, perseverance, and the power of second chances. He leaves behind not only a family who loved him deeply but also a legacy of hope in the countless lives he touched through his work, his friendship, and his example.

Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing Rick's faith has become sight and that he is now at peace with his Lord and Savior. His memory will forever live on in the stories we tell, the music we hear, the Giants games we watch, and the love we continue to share because of him.

A celebration of Rick's life will be held at a later date. Family and friends will be updated as arrangements are finalized.

The McGuiness family extends their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has offered prayers, love, and support during this difficult time. Your kindness has brought great comfort and will never be forgotten.

"I was sick and tired of being sick and tired." Those words changed Rick's life, and through his recovery, he helped change the lives of countless others.

Forever in our hearts. Forever a Giant. Forever loved.

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Carmen Monsivais

Carmen L Monsivais

March 20, 1927 - May 23, 2026

OBITUARY

Mary Carmen Monsivais, age 99, entered into the hands of our Lord and Savior on May 23, 2026 in Lodi, California surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be dearly missed. Carmen was born on March 20, 1927 in Tucson, Arizona. She graduated from Tucson High School where she loved to engage in gym sports like basketball. After graduation Carmen held various sales and commercial jobs.

While in a brief marriage, Carmen was blessed with one daughter, Mary Elizabeth. In 1963 mother and daughter relocated to San Jose, California to reconnect with relatives and start a new life. While living in San Jose, Carmen was able to participate in the now former Santa Clara County Employment and Training Agency (SETA) Program.  Upon receiving her certificate degree, Carmen was hired by the office of the District Attorney of Santa Clara County where her clerical training, administrative skills, and fluency in Spanish served her and the department well.  Always a team player with a congenial personality, Carmen often translated for Spanish-speaking individuals in court and often addressed the judicial needs and proceedings of a court hearing. Carmen held this position for 17 years. 

It was there in San Jose where she met the love of her life, Joe Torres Monsivais. While both commuting to work by bus, they developed a friendship which soon led to marriage. After both retiring from their respective jobs, they settled in Lodi, California. After the sudden death of her husband in 1994, Carmen, with diligent effort, started a new life for herself.  Beginning a new life of self-sufficiency, Carmen enjoyed taking the Dial-A-Ride bus to her doctor’s appointments and on shopping adventures to various local stores.

Carmen had a sharp memory and possessed a keen sense of storytelling. She often reminisced about growing up in Tucson and shared specific details about both family events and history. Carmen was the heart of her family and her grandson’s dearest “Nana.” She loved to take trips with her family, especially to Las Vegas where she was adept at playing the slot machines at various casinos. Among family, Carmen was known to be very lucky at gambling and once won $5000 on a replay lottery ticket.

Carmen had a great sense of humor and was a source of warmth, kindness, and joy to her family and anyone who knew her. In her later years she enjoyed participating in local elections, attending lunches at LOEL Senior Center, completing Word Search books, reading crime novels, and watching various television programs such as morning game shows and crime series. 

Carmen is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joe T. Monsivais; her parents, Joaquin and Geromina Lopez; her siblings, Albert Lopez, Margaret Ortega, Alice Zazueta, Dolores Wallin, and Joaquin (Jack) Lopez.

Carmen is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Monsivais-Ordonia (Michael A. Ordonia), and her grandson, Nathan LaMusga; her sister Nellie Moreno, and numerous nieces and nephews.

The Family would like to thank Lodi Creek Post-Acute and VITAS Healthcare for their compassionate care during the final months of Carmen’s life.

VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 12:00pm in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

FUNERAL SERVICE

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 1:00pm in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

GRAVESIDE

A graveside service will be held immediately following the funeral service at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Sam Muok

January 3, 1938 - May 21, 2026

Sam Lemond Muok was born on January 3, 1938, in Mongkol Borey, Cambodia, to Puk Muok and Srai Reas. He was the oldest of six children. He passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at the age of 88, surrounded by the love of his family.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather and community leader. Sam lived a life of service, resilience, and dedication to his family.

In 1958, he moved to Phnom Penh to enlist in the Cambodian Navy’s “Fourth Promotion” cohort, where he rose through the ranks to serve as a First Lieutenant. In June 1960, Sam married the love of his life, Noeur Nou, in Battambang. In the early 1960s, while serving with the Navy, Sam earned a rare and prestigious opportunity to study in France, requiring him to spend two years away from his young family. Upon his return, he and Noeur continued to build their life together, eventually raising six children. In 1970, the family relocated from Phnom Penh to the Ream Naval Base where they lived until the fall of Cambodia in April 1975.

On April 17, 1975, the rise of the Khmer Rouge forced the family to flee their homeland in search of safety.

The family eventually settled in Oakland, California, where Sam and Noeur worked tirelessly to build a new life for their family. He took on odd jobs including being ship loader and gas station attendant until he landed a permanent employment at Bell-Carter Olive Company as a mechanic.

After five years at Bell-Carter Olive Company, Sam and his family moved to Stockton, California. He began working as a mechanic at the University of the Pacific. He became an integral part of the growing Cambodian community in Stockton. He sponsored refugees and helped families settle by translating, securing food, housing, and employment. He was an early and instrumental member of Wat Dhammararam Buddhist temple in Stockton, which served as a vital source of faith, community, and tradition for Cambodian families building new lives in America. He helped the temple expand from a small temple in the 80s to become what it is today. Through hard work, perseverance, and sacrifice, he provided for his family and created opportunities for future generations. Sam remained at UOP until his retirement in 2000.

Beyond his professional life, Sam was a man of warmth and lighthearted spirit. He was known for his wonderful sense of humor and love for joking around, qualities that endeared him to everyone he met—from his lifelong friends to his cherished children and grandchildren. Deeply caring and loving, he nurtured these bonds with a kindness and generosity that left an enduring impact on all who knew him.

Sam is survived by his beloved wife, Noeur, six children, nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and four sisters.

Thank you, Pa and Ta, for everything you gave us. Thank you for your sacrifices, your strength, and your unwavering love. Everything we are today is a reflection of the foundation you built for our family.

You lived a life defined by humility, hard work, courage, and devotion to those you loved. Your memory will live on forever in our hearts and minds.

VISITATION AND SERVICE
A visitation and service will be held 9:00am on Friday, June 26th, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Rafael Ramirez Ceja Sr.

June 22, 1942 - May 21, 2026

OBITUARY

Rafael Ramirez Ceja, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at the age of 83.

Rafael was born on June 22, 1942. He will be remembered for his strength, kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for his family. His warm smile, caring heart, and joyful spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew him.

Rafael is survived by his beloved wife, Graciela Ceja; his children, Juan Carlos Ceja and wife Griselda, Silvia Cortes and husband Abraam, Rafael Ceja and wife Sol, and Monica Ceja; and his grandchildren, Eden, Elias, Alyssa, Natalie, Isaiah, and Noemi - each one a reflection of the legacy he leaves behind.

Rafael’s love, guidance, and devotion to his family will forever remain in their hearts. He will be deeply missed. But the love he gave doesn’t go anywhere - it lives on in every person he touched.


ROSARY
A rosary will be held from 5:30pm - 7:30pm on Monday, June 1, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

MASS
A Mass will at 11:00am on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at St. Anne's Catholic Church  located at 215 W. Walnut St Lodi, CA 95240


RECEPTION

Following Services
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Elvia’s Event Hall, 1503 St. Marks Plaza Stockton, CA 95207

The family sincerely appreciates your prayers, love, and support during this difficult time.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Ceja family.

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Simon Mancinas Jr

Simon Mancinas Jr

August 28, 1939 - May 15, 2026

OBITUARY

Simon Mancinas Jr. was born in Redlands California on August 28, 1939 where he grew up a proud orange picker who helped support his family from a young age. For over 40 years Simon lived in Stockton where he worked for Swift Roofing and raised his children and his grandchildren, cultivating a passion for Northern California and roofing hundreds of buildings across it's landscapes. Known for his passion for the Raiders no matter what stadium they played in, Simon was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather whose strength has carried a great many. Simon is survived by his six children Monica, Sacha, Simon, Victor, Frankie and Timothy. As well as his seventeen grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. He passed away on May 15, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 8:00pm with a Rosary starting at 6:00pm on Wednesday, May 28, 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, May 28, 2026 at St Bernadette's Church located at

2555 Country Club Blvd, Stockton, CA 95204

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Mancinas family.

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Judi Archuleta

Judi Anne Archuleta

January 26, 1948 - May 18, 2026

OBITUARY

Judi Anne Archuleta passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on January 26, 1948, in Ashley, North Dakota, to Walter and Loretta Dockter. She lived a life marked by faith, warmth, strength, and deep connection to family and friends.
Judi had a vibrant personality that naturally drew people to her. She built many meaningful friendships throughout her life and was known for her kindness, sense of humor, and ability to make those around her feel welcome. She was truly a friend to many, and her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She enjoyed traveling and made many treasured memories with close friends exploring places she loved, especially Las Vegas, Hawaii, and the California Coast.
Judi had a successful career in the Title industry, where she worked for many years. During this time, she formed lasting professional relationships and many lifelong personal friendships that she deeply cherished.
Above all, Judi was a devoted mother and grandmother. She is lovingly survived by her son, Jordan Archuleta, and daughter-in-law, Heather Archuleta. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Seve Archuleta and Stella Archuleta. Being their grandma brought her immense pride and happiness, and she treasured every moment spent with them.
Judi's legacy lives on in the love she gave, the memories she created, and the many lives she touched. She will be remembered for her generous heart, enduring friendships, and the deep love she had for her family.
Her spirit will remain with those who loved her always. We find comfort in knowing she is rejoicing in the arms of our Heavenly Father. Celebration of life arrangements to come at a later date.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Archuleta family.

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James Burlington

James Evans Burlington
February 28, 1953 - May 15, 2026

James (Jim) Evans Burlington passed away on May 15, 2026 with his beloved wife of 46 years Linn at his side. Born February 28, 1953, in Lodi where Jim was a lifelong and fourth generation resident. Jim attended St. Anne’s Catholic School, Lodi Middle School, and Lodi High where he was a member of the diving team. He attended college at San Joaquin Delta College, UC Davis, and graduated from University of the Pacific with a bachelor’s degree in English. He went on and received a Law degree from Humprey’s Law School at night while working full time at San Joaquin Sulphur plant.

Jim began his law career in private practice and later joined the San Joaquin County Public Defenders office where he retired from in 2010. He firmly believed everyone deserved a good defense and dedicated his entire career to doing just that.

Jim had many hobbies, including restoring old motorcycles with his buddy Larry Skelton, who probably greeted Jim in heaven with wrench in hand. He was also involved in home wine making for many years with Herb Paskett and a group of family and friends. Jim also enjoyed history and was a member of E Clampus Vitus where he and members would travel around Northern California erecting historical plaques commemorating the forgotten, obscure, and sometimes bawdy aspects of frontier history.

Jim was a devoted member of the Order of Odd Fellows where he served as Noble Grand, Legal Scholar and Lodge Historian.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Earl (Bud) and Llewella Burlington, and his nephew Carson Burlington. He is survived by his wife Linn, his brother Price, and his nieces Jonna McFarland, Kelsey Raya, and nephews Keaton and Augustine (Gus) Burlington.

FUNERAL SERVICE
A funeral service will be held on Friday, June 26th at 11AM at St. Anne’s Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to a charity or cause meaningful to you, in honor of Jim’s generous spirit.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Burlington family.

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Jack Virgil Fiori

Jack Virgil Fiori
January 27, 1931 - May 15, 2026

Jack was born in Lodi on January 27, 1931, and went to be with Jesus on May 15, 2026, at the age of 95. 

Jack married his high-school sweetheart Joyce Ulmer in 1951. They were blessed with 43 years of marriage, and together they raised  2 sons, Jack and Joseph.  Jack’s wife Joyce passed away in 1994. Jack and Joyce were the first couple to marry at the newly constructed Zion Reformed Church on Ham Lane. While a member there, he served on the Elders Board, including one term as president. For the last 16 years, he faithfully
attended First Baptist Church of Lodi, where everyone knew where to find him in his spot in the 4th pew.

In 1996, Jack married Delores Gallo, also a Lodi High graduate who raised her family in Ohio. Delores was in Lodi visiting her family and they met at a softball game. Delores passed away in 2018. Jack was also predeceased by his sister, Rose Marie Rydlund, Sister-in-law Phyllis Phipps and Brother-in-law Ed Phipps, and nephews Bob Smoke and Tom Piper.

Jack is survived by sons Jack (Gwen), and Joe (Barbara), Grandchildren; Jenny Williams (Jimmy), Joseph Fiori (Lindsey), David Fiori (Dana), Adam Fiori (Brooke), and Christa Soria (Joseph). Jack also has #9 great-grandchildren; Caleb Williams-15, Deacon Fiori-14, Landon Williams-14, Delaney Fiori-12, Jackson Fiori-12, Kenton Fiori- 10, Emma Fiori-7, Lucy Fiori-5, and Samantha Ann Soria-born on May 8th , 7 days before Jack died. Jack is also survived by nephews Kevin Phipps, Mike Phipps, Tim Phipps and Jack Piper, and stepchildren Danelle Gallo, Dan Gallo, David Gallo, and Doreen Bestolarides.

Jack graduated from Lodi High School in 1949 where he was an outstanding athlete earning 11 letters. He played football and baseball in junior college and received a combination football-baseball scholarship to play at College of the Pacific (now UOP).  He signed a pro-baseball contract with the Detroit Tigers in 1953 and played one season with their farm team, the Bakersfield Indians. Jack was drafted into the US Army and served 2 years at Ford Ord, California where he played on their football team. A newspaper article from 1953 described Jack as “one of the greatest athletes to come out of Lodi High”.

After the Army, in 1955 Jack began his career with San Joaquin County at their Mosquito Abatement District, where he was employed for 36 years before his retirement.  His last 15 years he served as District Manager and was responsible for developing some programs still in use today that allow County residents to enjoy time outdoors without fear of mosquito borne diseases. While District Manager, Jack served as President of the California Mosquito Vector Control Association. After his retirement, Jack served an additional 25 years on the San Joaquin County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees, including two terms as President.

As Jack and Joe were growing up, He was active coaching their various sports teams in Junior and Babe Ruth baseball and Pop Warner football. Jack was a founding member of the Lodi BOBS. As an adult, Jack enjoyed playing competitive flag football, recreation-league softball, and golf. He could be found rooting for each of his grandchildren and their respective sports teams, as they grew up. In 1981, Jack was inducted into the Lodi Sports Hall of Fame. He was an active fan of both the San Francisco 49ers and Giants, in both the good years and the bad.

In 2010, when he was 79 years old, Jack led a public/private campaign to save the Lodi Grape Bowl. Over a 3-year period, he alone raised $1.5 Million that was used for artificial turf, bleachers, lights and other stadium improvements.

The Family would like to thank the following for their care and compassion during the final months of Jack’s life; Dr. Ron Navone, Sara Mackedsy and the staff of Brookdale Memory Care, and Lorraine Stephney, Carolyne Carr, and Sarena Pearse of J&M Homecare Services.

MEMORIAL SERVICE
A memorial service for Jack Fiori will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, May 26th at First Baptist Church, 267 N. Mills Ave, Lodi, with a luncheon immediately following the service.

A private graveside service will be held at Lodi Memorial Park & Cemetery, at a later date. Funeral arrangements are by Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made on Jack's behalf  to One-Eighty Programs at 180lodi.org

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Fiori family.

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Alicia Bolanos

December 12, 1976 - May 13, 2026

VISITATION
 A visitation will be held from 12:00pm - 1:00pm on Friday, May 29th, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
 A service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, May 29th, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Lee Belarmino Sr

January 12, 1948 - April 30, 2026

OBITUARY

Lee Belarmino Sr., aged 78, of Acampo, California, passed away on April 30, 2026 at his home. He was born January 12, 1948 in Sacramento, California.  Lee is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Margaret, and their children, Sarah,  Lee Jr., Andy, and Joshua. He leaves a wide extended family, including siblings Tony Belarmino, Elizabeth Shrum, Daniel Belarmino, Aurora Belarmino, Steven Belarmino, Joseph Belarmino, Kimberly Farrington, and Roger Broadway, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Andres Castaneda Belarmino, mother, Ruth Helen Lydston, sister Rebecca Frederick, and grandson Andy Jr. 

Lee will be remembered most dearly by his loving grandchildren,  Christopher, Nathaniel, Philip, and Joshua Belarmino, Jr., Katharine Camp, Madeleine Cole, Alexandria Lubcyik, and Belle Belarmino, all of whom will have great stories to share with his great-grandchildren Brenna Lubcyik, Ada and Anders Belarmino, Virginia Cole, and Evelyn Camp. 

As the son of a Filipino immigrant and two generations of Sakadas (Filipino migrant workers in Hawaii), he was a proud  member of several Filipino-American professional organizations, and enjoyed attending Asian American and Pacific Islander events and conferences. In his later years, he was able to discover the other side of his family history,  and was pleased to become a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, an association he took great pride in, as a man who loved his country as he loved God and his family. 

Lee was the epitome of the self-made man. He was forced to grow up quickly; his father died at a young age, leaving behind eleven-year-old Lee and several even younger siblings. He never shied away from hard work, taking on whatever jobs he had to do in support of his family. His work ethic, attitude, and high intelligence soon brought him to the attention of people in the technology industry, and before the age of 40, he was Vice

president of a Silicon Valley data management services company. He loved technology and was always to be found carrying the newest computer or iPad or iPhone.

Lee made a big decision to leave his position in 1986 to pursue his dream of living in the country, taking a job at San Joaquin Delta college, where he started out as an IT manager and moved his way up to Vice-President of Information Technology. As his role grew, he also became Vice President for Technology for the Foundation of California Community Colleges and administrator of a multi-million dollar bond.  By the time he retired, he had ushered not just his school, but colleges and universities across the country into a new era of technology that brought him industry-wide acclaim as “a top visionary in community and open source development in higher education.”  The apex of his career came with dedication in 2011 of the Lee Belarmino Sr. District Data

Center on the campus where he had given 23 years of service, coincidentally enough, built on land where he had once picked lettuce as a young man.

Lee will be remembered for his transformational leadership – he  always had a hand out to help someone else up the ladder, and impacted thousands of lives over the course of his career. But though hailed as a visionary, his work was not his true vision. 

Lee had many passions over the course of his life, golf and fishing being high on the list. Soon after his retirement, he sadly suffered a stroke which made these hobbies difficult to pursue. With the courage and determination that had brought him through every challenge in his life, he turned to the enrichment of his already brilliant mind. An autodidact, he immersed himself in the studies of art and history, and was rarely to be seen without his headphones on, listening to an audio book on any and all subjects that struck his fancy. Lee also enjoyed the arts and fostered a love for music, the theater and museums in his children and grandchildren.

He was passionate about sports and was a natural athlete. As a young man, he was an avid softball player, often playing in three different leagues at the same time. Ahead of his time, he even installed a pickle-ball court in his backyard, 40 years before the sport would become a national phenomenon. He loved his teams, and looked forward to spending time every week watching his beloved Warriors with his family.  His dream was to be a “gentleman farmer,” and though his ten acres didn’t produce a lot in the way of fruit or grain, his vision included a manmade fishing pond, driving range, and pool, all of which yielded him his best crop – the grandchildren who couldn’t wait to spend time on Grandpa and Grandma’s farm each year. 

Lee was the kind of person who drew others to him without effort. With his intelligence, wit, charm, and infectious laugh, he made friends everywhere he went, and anyone who spent time talking with him went away with a lighter heart and a good story to pass on. The hours he spent with his children, grandchildren, and beloved Margaret sitting on the back porch re-telling old family jokes will be among the family’s most treasured memories.

Of all the titles Lee held in life - loving husband, devoted father, supportive brother, loyal friend, brilliant thinker, gifted leader - the one that meant the most to him was the title of faithful Christian. A follower of Christ his whole life, we take comfort in the fact that he has gone home to the Lord, where he is no doubt running the bases, shaking hands with Tom Petty and John Adams, and perhaps hitting a few holes-in-one.

For anyone who would like to attend, a celebration of life is planned for May 23 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Real Life Church, 550 Industrial Drive, Suite 100, in Galt. Attendees are invited to bring photos and/or share memories.



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Jeffery Scott Agnew

May 18, 1966 - May 11, 2026

Jeffrey Scott Agnew 59 of Lodi, CA passed away May 11, 2026 in Modesto, CA

He was born on May 18, 1966 to Bonnie Comer and the late John Agnew.

Jeff is greeted in Heaven by his father, Grandma Peggy, Grandpa Agnew, Granny Gaede, Grandpa Gaede, Grandma Faye, Pops and Aunts.

Jeff was known for his grumpy, and sarcastic attitude, but also loved unconditionally, he was a man who would help family and friends even if he had nothing to give.

Jeff was very much about keeping with family traditions like Thanksgiving and Christmas, especially setting up his train for Christmas (even though it drove his wife crazy).

Jeff enjoyed camp outs with his recovery brothers, NASCAR, watching Football, and watching baseball games, and of course his sweets of all kinds, and loved sharing it with the grand kids.

Jeff was employed by Frank C. Alegre Trucking at the time of his passing, and he did love driving trucks.

Jeff is survived by his wife Helen Agnew, children Ashley, Amanda, Santana, Alex. Grandchildren Joshua, Tyler, Emma Aiden, Noah, Estin, Patricia, Diana, and Lincoln. 

Parents David and Bonnie Comer, Brothers John and Pam Agnew, George (James) and Veronica Agnew and Jack Comer, and many nieces, nephews great nephews and great niece

SERVICE
 A graveside service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Rick Allen Brownfield

June 1, 1963 - May 10, 2026

Today we remember a man who meant so much to so many people. He was a loving father, a caring brother, and a proud uncle.

His strengths, kindness, and since of humor, touched everyone around him, and his love for family was always clear.

As a brother, he was loyal and dependable. As an uncle, he brought laughter, wisdom, and unforgettable memories.

Though or hearts are heavy, we are grateful for the time we shared with him. His legacy will live on in the stories we tell, the lessons he taught us, and the love he leaves behind.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

He leaves behind a daughter Crystal Danielle Brownfield, a sister Rebecca Sue Brownfield, and two brothers Robert Leroy Brownfield, Terry Lee Brownfield and many Nieces and Nephews

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