Obituaries

Simon Leiva

Simon G. Leiva, age 88, passed away at his home surrounded by family, on Tuesday, February 21st 2017. He was born March 3rd, 1928, in Porterville, CA, he was a long-time resident of Stockton, CA. Simon was preceded in death by his loving wife Sarah, married 49 years. Also preceded in death by his son Ted Leiva, and grandson Isaiah Leiva. He leaves behind a legacy of 7 children; Belen (Francisco) Cardenas, Raymond (Gloria) Leiva, Becky (Steve) Villanueva, Naomi (Manuel) Harding, Vickie (Roque) Gevara, Greg (Julie) Leiva, Anthony (Rocio) Leiva, and Daughter-in-law Donna Leiva. Simon had 36 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.   Simon made his career as a truck driver. He loved gardening, taking the family on car rides, and was always ready to tell a joke.   The Leiva family rejoices in the long life he was blessed with and finds peace in knowing he is celebrating in eternity with Jesus Christ.  

VISITATION

Services will be held in his honor at Crossroads of the Valley Church, 3514 E. Main St. in Stockton on Monday, February 27, 2017.  Viewing will be held from 3pm-6pm with services at 6pm.

SERVICES

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 28,2017 at Crossroads of the Valley Church, 3514 E. Main St. in Stockton at 10am.

INTERMENT

Burial will take place at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, California.

John William Seay

Passed on February 13, 2017, at the age of 81. John is survived by his son Timmy Seay, Step-children Louie Morones Jr., David Florita (Maureen), Sandra Valverde (Steve), James Pamplin (Jeana), 16 Grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren & numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, wives Lupe Seay and Evelyn Seay, son James, daughter Lonnie, step-son Joseph Morones, his sisters Alberta Bray and Dolores Crane. John was hardworking and devoted to his family and will be dearly missed. SERVICES

A Graveside Service will be held Tuesday, February 21st at 1:00 pm at Cherokee Memorial Cemetery located off of Highway 99 and Harney Ln. in Lodi. Reception to follow at Stockton Alliance Church 825 Highmoor Ave. Stockton, CA.

Joe Francisco Dominguez

Joe F. Dominguez passed away peacefully due to cancer on February 4, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton, California with his family gathered at his side. He was 76 years old. Joe was born in Brawley, California to Pedro and Teresa Dominguez. He leaves behind his loving wife of 20 years, Gloria, and his 8 children and 3 stepsons. He will also be missed by his 31 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren, sisters, Rosemary Ramirez and Petra Cervantes, and his brother Jesus Ramos. SERVICES

Memorial services will be held at 12 noon, Sunday, February 12, 2017 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95241.