A Graveside Service for Betty Kendall is Scheduled for July 23, 2016, at 1:30 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi,CA 95240
Alfred Vesik
Alfred Vesik 09/17/1927 – 07/16/2016
of Stockton
Alfred Vesik, 88, of Stockton, passed away July 16, 2016. Born September 17, 1927, in New York, Alfred served in the U.S. Navy before working for the U.S. Postal Service, retiring after 38 years of service.
Alfred will be missed by his three children, Katherine Moberg, Rose Cochran, and Vickie Bird. He also leaves behind 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Thursday, July 20, 2016, from 2-8pm at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, California. Funeral Services will be held at 1pm, Friday, July 21, 2016, at Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi.
Wallace mountain
A committal service for Wallace Mountain will be held on Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at Cherokee Memorial Park, Highway 99 @ Harney Lane, Lodi, California 95240.
Brett Lucarelli
A Memorial Service for Brett Lucarelli is scheduled for Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, California.
Elsie Mary Medeiros
Elsie Mary Medeiros
Of Acampo, CA
11/11/1926- 07/09/2016
Elsie Mary Medeiros, 89, of Acampo, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 11, 1926, in Keyes, California to Manuel and Mary Medeiros. Elsie was raised in Manteca on a farm and was the youngest of her three siblings. She graduated from Ripon High School in 1945. Elsie met Teofilo Medeiros, the love of her life in 1963. The couple married in 1964 and began their life together in San Mateo, California where they welcomed their daughter in March of 1967. In 1978, they settled in Acampo, California where they purchased vineyard acreage, built a home and spent 48 years of marriage together. For 32 years, Elsie was employed by the Federal government beginning her career at the Sharp Army Depot in Lathrop, Ca. She also spent time working at Aims Research Lab in Mountain View, California and Defense Contract Administration in San Bruno, California. She retired in 1986 from the Defense Property Disposal Rough and Ready Island in Stockton, California.
In her free time, she enjoyed spending every moment with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She very much enjoyed vacationing with her loving family and traveling with her husband. Elsie was a frequent visitor to St. Anne’s Bingo hall on Friday nights with her Granddaughter. She also was a fun and games gambler and loved visiting Jackson Rancheria. Elsie also took pleasure in relaxing at home on her porch or enjoying the view of her vineyard from her backyard.
She is survived by her daughter, Mary Collier (Rick) of Acampo, CA, grandchildren Randi Stipe (Andrew), Albert Marroquin (Kailey), Whitney Rubalcaba (Teodocio), Thomas Collier, Antonio Medeiros, Sean Medeiros, Sam Collier, Chandler Collier, and multiple great-grandchildren including Maddex Stipe, Zyler Stipe, and another on the way.
She is preceded in death by her husband Teofilo Medeiros, her Stepson Antonio Medeiros, parents Manuel and Mary Medeiros, sister Alice Azevedo, and brother Albert Medeiros.
VISITATION
Visitation will be held from 2-8pm, Thursday, July 14, 2016, at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA, with a Vigil Service at 6pm.
SERVICES
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10am on Friday, July 15, 2016, at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, 215 W. Walnut St, Lodi, CA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to UC Davis Medical Center, Tokay Davita Dialysis, and The National Kidney Foundation.
Jewel Fay Lair
Jewel Fay Lair- Born Jewel Fay Case on 8-6-1935 in Muskogee ,O.K. Went to be with our Lord on 7-9-2016 in Lodi, CA. after bravely fighting a prolonged illness. A loving mother, wife, sister and friend to many. She was inseparable from her sister Dorothy. As a young woman, she loved to sing in the church choir. Later in life she loved to vacation in Hawaii, bowl and spend time with family. She held many jobs during her long life most importantly being a mother. She was cared for by her daughters, husband, and sons. She is survived by Albert ,Vicki, Michael, Regina, Patty, Scott and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
SERVICES
A memorial service will take place at 3:30 pm, Friday, July 15, 2016, at the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Ln, Lodi CA.
Elizabeth Heib
"Betty” Elizabeth Marie Hieb passed away in her sleep peacefully early July 5 at the age just shy of 92 in Fresno, CA. 
Betty was born in Lodi,Ca. and lived there her whole life there except a brief time during WW2. She married Donald Hieb in Michigan and lived in Florida and other places while Don was training for the Air Force. Don was eventually assigned to India and Betty moved back to her childhood home where she gave birth to her son David.
When Don returned home, they moved to the family farm to live, work and play. Betty had a daughter, Marilyn. She had many wonderful family dinners at the house on Harney Lane. There she showed her devotion to family, friends, church, roses and reading. Betty loved spoiling her grandson, Ryan Carlson and the time she spent caring for her nephew and nieces Michael, Ellen, and Carol. She was involved with the Garden Club, Women’s Club, her beloved bridge group, and the United Methodist Church
Betty is survived by her son and daughter and their spouses, Stan and Camille, two grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She will be missed, but happily reunited with her late husband, Don, whom she was married to for 59 years.
SERVICES
There will be a burial for immediate family on Friday, July 8 at 11:00 am. A Celebration of her life will be Saturday, August 13 at 11:00 am at the United Methodist Church with a reception following. In of flowers donations can be made to:
Saint Agnes Hospice 6729 N. Willow Ave. Fresno, ca 93710
United Methodist Church 200 West Oak St. Lodi, ca 95240
POA Marilyn Carlson 1440 West Median Court Porterville, CA. 93257 559 782 0719 559 916 6574
Carolyn Wiggins
Cremation private by family.
Sandra Won
Cremation private by family.
Pedro Naranjo
A memorial Service for Pedro Naranjo is Scheduled for July 08, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Evergreen chapel at Cherokee memorial park.
Mary Marszalek
A memorial Service for Mary Marszalek is Scheduled for July 12, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. in the Evergreen chapel at The Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home.
Nancy Ann Mann
Nancy Ann Mann passed away at a local hospital on June 28, 2016 at the age of 91. She was born November 8, 1924 in Modesto to Edward
and Katherine Mitchell. She attended local schools and served in the Navy during World War II, being honorably discharged on May 17, 1946, after which she met and married Walter Jerome “Jerry” Mann on March 30, 1947. Together they had three sons. The family moved to Lodi in 1959, where she and Jerry owned Mann’s Pharmacy in downtown Lodi. She sold the pharmacy following her husband’s death in 1970, later working for several years at Woolworth’s department store and Wilson’s Pharmacy.
Nancy was an avid tennis player, maintaining memberships in the Modesto Racquet Club and Sun West (Twin Arbors) Athletic Club. She continued her athletic activities into her late eighties, going to the gym three times a week. She had many friends, all of whom could attest to her quick wit and wonderful sense of humor.
She was preceded in death by her husband Jerry; parents Edward and Katherine Mitchell; and brother Edward “Jack” Mitchell. She is survived by her three sons, Michael (Sherry) Mann of Nevada, Steve (Jill) Mann of Lodi; and Mark Mann of Lodi. She also leaves grandchildren Luke Mann, Katy Mann, Kelly Michaels, Amanda Mann; and numerous great grandchildren.
SERVICES
There will be no service, as Nancy requested. Internment will be private. Donations may be made in Nancy’s name to the Salvation Army or your favorite charity.
Carl Theil
A Graveside Service for Carl Theil is Scheduled for July 07, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at The Cherokee memorial park.
Harold Williamson
A Graveside Service for Harold Williamson is Scheduled for July 11, 2016, at The Cherokee memorial park.
Inez St.Julien
A Nicheside Service for Inez St.Julien is Scheduled for July 14, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. at Cherokee memorial park.
A. Joyce Marker
Joyce Marker went home to the Lord on June 25, 2016. She was born in 1930 to Tim and Alice Ko, in Hanford, California. Joyce spent her early years in Southern California and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics from the University of Nevada, Reno. She married Robert Marker in 1953 and moved over the next 21 years to many different states as well as Taiwan while Bob served in the military. Joyce was a remarkable mom and homemaker with a creative spirit that came alive in her cooking and artwork. In her free time, she painted, sketched, and sewed. And in everything she did, Joyce radiated a powerful faith in Jesus Christ and lived her life serving him. She and Bob settled in Lodi in 1974, spending their retirement years serving in their church, caring for family, and being part of all their grandchildren’s activities. She dearly loved visiting the Northern California coast, and hosting family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
Joyce is survived by her dear husband, Bob; and her children, Lynne, Timothy (Claire), Gail (Frank); grandchildren Jennifer (Morel), Annika (Alex), Brittany, Patrick, Jessica; and great-grandchildren Sophia, Emma and Olivia.
SERVICES
Services will be held at 6pm, Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at First Baptist Church Lodi, 267 N. Mills Avenue. Relatives and friends are sincerely welcome to come celebrate Joyce’s life. Memorial contributions are welcome for the Salvation Army-Lodi, 525 W. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA 95240.
Marcus Moore
A Graveside Service for Marcus Moore is Scheduled for July 07, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Cherokee memorial park.
Gene Morales-Maier
A Memorial Service for Gene Morales-Maier is scheduled for Thursday, June 30, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, California.
Kevin Adam Kuntz
Kevin Adam Kuntz of Antioch, CA died Monday June 20, 2016 in Antioch, CA. He was 57. Mr. Kuntz was born March 7, 1959, in Mandan, ND.
He is survived by his wife Regina, stepdaughters, Rachel (Dave) Riddle; Theresa (Matt) DeMartini; Marie Magennis (Frank Reyes); Brandy (Devin) Hammer; six grandchildren, Alexis, Adrianna, Jazzlynn, Vanessa, Maxwell and Elliana.
He is also survived by his mother, Angeline Kuntz; brothers, Kelly Kuntz; Keith Kuntz; Kip (Niccole) Kuntz; sisters, Wanda (Bryan) Maddock; Larie (Donald) Durham; nieces Tonya, Ashley; nephews, Greg (Karen); Matt (Mariah); Wyatt, Trace and Christopher; and great-nephews RayShawn, Troy, Brady and Kase.
He was preceded in death by his father Herman Kuntz.
SERVICES
A private family service will be held on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 10:00 am at St. Joachim Catholic Church, Lockeford, CA.
INTERMENT
Burial will be at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi,CA 95240
Gladys Duncan
Gladys Duncan, 87, of Lodi, was welcomed into our Father’s loving arms on Friday, June 17, 2016. Gladys was born on November 22, 1928 in South Dakota to Theodore and Christina Wolff. She has one brother Gary Wolff (Shirley).
She married Julius Kiesz in 1945 and they had three daughters: Juliet Uehling (Ken) of San Diego, Rosilyn Gaudet of Lodi, and Kathryn Trumbull (Rob) of Moses Lake, WA. She married John Duncan in 1969.
She was passionate about education. After receiving a GED, she attended college where she earned degrees and credentials in Elementary Education and Pupil Personnel Services. She taught several years in South Dakota before moving to Lodi in 1961 to begin her career with Lodi Unified School District. She taught at both Bruella and Victor Schools in the Lodi area. She tutored many children even after her retirement.
Her many activities included sewing, knitting, embroidery, dancing, traveling and painting. She was an active member at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
She is also survived by her grandchildren: Ryan Uehling, Fresno, CA, Catherine Griffin (Eric), Walnut Creek, CA, Garrett Gaudet (Beth), Lodi, CA, Kevin Gaudet (Kirsten), Truckee, CA, Heidi Brummond (Nick), Anderson, CA, Troy Holden, Los Angeles, CA, step grandsons Jacob Trumbull, Redding, CA and Joshua Trumbull, Sacramento, CA. And ten great grandchildren.
Gladys is preceded in death by her parents, grandson, Christopher Gaudet, and great granddaughter, Skylar Gaudet.
SERVICES
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Gladys’ life at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 701 S. Pleasant Ave. in Lodi on Friday, July 1 at 11:00 a.m. A reception in the church fellowship hall will follow immediately . Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home assisted with the cremation arrangements. In lieu of flowers please gift The Children’s Ministry of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.