Obituaries

Loralee Thompson

April 14, 1937 - May 11, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Thompson family.

Loralee Huber Thompson, longtime resident of Lodi and Stockton, passed away on May 11th, 2018.

Loralee was born in Thatcher, Arizona and grew up in Mesa, Arizona.  She graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Home Economics.  Her first teaching position took her to Stockton, California where she met and married Thomas Paul Thompson from Peterson, Utah.  After teaching 3 years, Loralee left teaching to raise and nurture her 5 children.  Loralee was a life-long member and actively involved in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, serving in a variety of callings.    Once her children were all in school, she was a substitute teacher in the Lodi Unified School District and ended her 20-year career teaching home economics at Morada Middle School.  Since her retirement, she has spent time traveling and with family and friends.  She has also been an active docent at the SJ County Historical Museum.

Loralee is survived by her 5 children: Sheryl, Bruce (Elisa), Scott (Jodi), Loriann, and Brian (Becky); 16 grandchildren:  Steve (Heather), Laura (Jeff), Richard (Rachelle), Jordan, Madeline, Camille, Cassie, Ryan, Collin, Kara, Brooke, Tucker, Bethani, Russell, Shane, and Owen; and 7 great-grandchildren:  Holly, Kayla, Connor, Addison, Olivia, Nathan, and Andrew.

Loralee was preceded in death by her husband and by her parents, Waldo & Ida Huber.  She is survived by her siblings:  Paul Huber  (Shirlene), Carol Dana, and Mary Martin (Dennis).

She was an incredible person, a talented cook, baker, seamstress, homemaker, teacher, wife, mother, grandmother, and more.  She will be truly missed.

Visitation

Visitation will be held on Friday May 18, 2018 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm located at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home at 831 Industrial Way in Lodi, CA.

Service

Saturday May 19, 2018 at 10:00am located at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 1510 W Century Blvd in Lodi, CA.

Loralee will be laid to rest following the services at Cherokee Memorial Park.

Ruben Rodriguez

August 24th, 1986 - May 11th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Rodriguez family.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ruben Vicente Rodriguez, Jr, of Lodi, passed away unexpectedly the night of May 11th, 2018 at the young age of 31. He was born August 24, 1986 in Lodi to Doreen Ann Rodriguez (Wood) and Ruben Vicente Rodriguez. He was the eldest of 3 children for his mom and 4 kids for his dad. Ruben was an avid Raiders fan and lived a fruitful life. He was a son, brother, uncle, godfather, nephew, cousin and a dear friend to many. He loved dancing, singing, spending time with family and friends and going to Raiders games. Ruben was a hard working man who often provided comedic relief and was loved by all who knew him. Whether it was helping a complete stranger or offering support to a friend or relative through difficult times, he had a very kind heart. With a charismatic personality, contagious laughter and radiant smile, he was always the life of the party. Summers were spent barbecuing, camping, swimming, going on road trips, spending time with friends and family and was always a welcomed guest at all sorts of events from birthday parties to weddings, he always seemed to light up the room. Although his life was short lived, it was well lived. He loved with all his heart and despite having no children, he enjoyed being around kids and playing with them. Family was always important to him and reflected in the way he lived his life. Stella Rodriguez, a paternal aunt, played a significant role in his upbringing. He is survived by both of his parents, paternal grandparents Eva and Vicente Rodriguez, stepmother Nina Rodriguez, brothers Matthew Rodriguez and Gabriel Rodriguez, sister-in-law Mayra Rodriguez, niece Giselle and nephew Ezra, half sister Hannah Rodriguez as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and countless friends. He will proceeded in death by his maternal grandma Mary Ellen Hobson. There will be a public viewing Sunday, May 20th from 2-8pm at Cherokee Memorial Park in the Vineyard Chapel. Services will be held Monday, May 21st at the same location at 10am with burial immediately after. A Celebration of Life will follow at the Moose Lodge located at 3824 E. Woodbridge Rd off Highway 99.

A Go Fund me account has been set up to help ease the financial burden for his family: www.gofundme.com/ruben-rodriguez-memorial

Visitation

A visitation will be held on Sunday, May 20th, 2018, from 2:00pm to 8:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel, located at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA, 95240.

Service

Services will be held on Monday, May 21st, 2018, at 10:00am at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park.

Khay Luangdethleuxa

September 10, 1953 - May 11, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Luangdethleuxa family.

Visitation

Friday May 18, 2018 from 3:00pm to 8:00pm in visitation rooms at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA.

Service

Saturday May 19, 2018 at 1:00pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, Ca.

David Osterdock

January 26, 1948 - May 10, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Osterdock family.

Visitation

Thursday May 17, 2018 from 9:00am to 12:00pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA 95240.

Graveside

Graveside services will be held on Thursday May 17, 2018 at 1:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Park located at Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, CA 95240.

Norberto Ramirez

June 6, 1949 - May 10, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Ramirez family.

Visitation

Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018, from 2:00pm to 8:00pm at Vineyard Chapel, located at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA, 95240. A rosary will begin at 6:30pm.

Service

Services will be held on Thursday May 24th, 2018 10:00am located at St. Anne's Catholic Church at 215 W. Walnut St in Lodi, CA 95240.

Randall Gritts

November 13, 1952 - May 9, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Gritts family.

It is with heavy hearts we announce that Randall Dwight (Randy) Gritts of Victor, CA is no longer with us.  He departed this world on May 9, 2018 surrounded by friends, doing what made him happy; playing pool as part of the Lodi Pool League. He was born in San Francisco, CA on November 13, 1952. He is survived by his mother, Marlene Marquetta (Lamb) Gritts, his sister, Christy Jan (Gritts) Bristow, his daughter, Lesli Carin (Gritts) Diehl, his son, Justin Randall Gritts, and two grandchildren, Caleb Matthew Parkerson and Jordan David Gritts.  He is preceded in death by his father, John Dwight Gritts, and his brother, Mark Douglas Gritts.

Randy attended Lodi High School. In 1970, he was awarded a full scholarship from the Bureau of Indian Affairs and graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelors degree in Business Administration and a concentration in Finance from CSU Stanislaus in 1974.

Randy was an entrepreneur at heart. He owned and operated Resort Property Management in Fairfield Bay, AR from 1980-1991. He also designed, built, owned & operated Junction 659 Steakhouse and Saloon in Clinton, AR from 1991 to 1998 and was voted Best Steakhouse in ’95, ’96 & ’97 by the Arkansas Gazette. He had many other noteworthy accomplishments, most of which involved award-winning service at various resorts in the vacation industry. But the one he was most proud of; the one he would want you to know about is his work for the Three Rivers Indian Lodge. As Executive Director, Randy founded Three Rivers Indian Lodge in 1974 and facilitated its move from Stockton to Manteca, California. Their mission was, and continues to be, a place of recovery and new beginnings for the Native American.

A local tribe elder interviewed in 2001, admitted that Native Americans had a problem with alcoholism, but that they couldn’t get the help they desperately sought from their own people. They were ashamed, and wouldn’t admit there was a problem due to the negative stigmata that accompanied it.  In this interview, the elder gave credit to Randy for convincing him that a facility run by Natives for Natives was possible. Randy made no empty promise. He brought it to fruition by securing the grants that ultimately funded the facility that still exists today.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, he was even more revered as a son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, nephew, cousin - and most importantly, friend.  He was a kind and generous soul and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A memorial service in the Evergreen Chapel followed by a scattering ceremony at the Cascade Scattering Garden will be held on Friday, May 25th at 1 PM at Cherokee Memorial Park located at Hwy 99 & Harney Lane in Lodi, CA. A celebration of life will immediately follow at the First United Methodist Church located at 200 W Oak St, also in Lodi. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made payable to the Randy Gritts Memorial Fund (In care of Lesli Carin Diehl) at any Golden 1 Credit Union or mailed to 2681 Ponderosa Dr, Lodi, CA 95242.

Services

Friday May 25, 2018 at 1:00pm in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park located at Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, CA.

Johnnie Morris

February 2nd, 1924 - May 8th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Morris family.

Visitation

A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 17th, 2018, from 10:00am to 8:00pm, at the Vineyard Chapel located at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA, 95240.

Service

Services will be held on Friday, May 18th, 2018, at 1:00pm, at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park.

Marilyn Janice Wolf

October 21, 1947 - May 8, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Wolf family.

It is with great sadness and regret that we announce the passing of Marilyn Wolf on May 8, 2018 due to complications with her cancer diagnosis. Born in Des Moines, IA on October 21, 1947, Marilyn was one of three loving children to Alice A. Charles and Roger L. Sullivan. She moved to Lodi in 1967 to be with her husband Kenny. She was a dedicated daughter, sister, wife and mother.

Noted for her exemplary cooking, attention to detail and keen wit, Marilyn carried a passion for her family and dedication for the baseball careers of her son and grandson. Marilyn was preceded in death by her father, mother, and husband. She will be fondly missed by her sister, Marlene Pierce, brother, Michael Sullivan (wife Teresa Sullivan), brother-in-law, Steve Wolf and family, and mother-in-law, Virginia Wolf. She will also be missed by her daughter Karrie Walding with grandchildren Mitchell and Morgan, son Steven Wolf and daughter in law Kathy Wolf with grandchildren Taylor and Cooper, and daughter Kelly Broderick and son in law Sean Broderick with grandchildren Cameron and Jorie.

Private services will be held at Cherokee Memorial in Lodi. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Village in Lodi or the local charity of your choice in her name. Marilyn was an integral part of her family and her spirit typifies the love that built this community. She will be lovingly remembered and missed by us all.

Dewey Cavender

August 17th, 1942 - May 8th, 2018

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Cavender family.

Visitation

A visitation will take place from 4:00pm -8:00pm on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at the Vineyard Chapel, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road in Lodi, CA, 95240.

Services

A service will take place at 10:00am on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd. Lodi, CA.

 

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