Obituaries

Albert Fong

July 24, 1927 - June 6, 2018

Albert Fong passed away peacefully on June 6, 2018, and joined his beloved wife, Mabel, in Heaven.

Albert was born on July 24, 1927, in Stockton, California, to Gew Ngoy and Ah Hay Fong. He lived in China for seven years and returned to Stockton to complete his high school education at Stockton High School. After high school, Al enlisted and served two years in the United States Navy in Japan during World War II as an Electrician's Mate 3rd Class. Once he arrived back in the U.S., he relocated to San Francisco to attend and graduate from San Francisco City College. He then met his future wife, Mabel, at church. They were married in San Francisco on June 17, 1951, and moved to Stockton to start a family. Douglas, their son, was born shortly after and their daughter, Joanne, arrived eight years later.

Al was a knowledgeable handyman. He single-handedly built a large addition to the family home to provide comfort and space for his growing family. Al had a successful 35-year career with the United States Postal Service where he served as the first Chinese Postal Operations Analyst in Stockton. After retiring at age 55, he found his passion for running. Al ran his first race at the age of 79. He was able to continue running into his early 80's and ran over 1,000 miles each year. During his runs, he visited with many neighbors and strangers alike. Al was also a gifted writer. He wrote an autobiography containing many fascinating stories throughout his years. His imaginative and creative descriptions of major events in his life continue to captivate the spirit of the man he was. Al was a devoted family man who was extremely dedicated to his parents and family. He was a hard-working and honest person who earned the respect of his peers. Al will be greatly missed by his loving family.

Al is preceded in death by his wife, Mabel, his mother, father, and sister, Annie Louie. He is survived by his son, Dr. Douglas (Marcella) Fong of Stockton, daughter, Joanne (Steve) Lee of Mercer Island, Washington, grandchildren, Lisa (Chris) Wheeler of Stockton, Brian (Chan) Fong of Elk Grove, Katie and Cameron Lee of Mercer Island, Washington, great-grandchildren, Michael, Timmy, and Kelly Wheeler, all from Stockton, Benjamin Fong of Elk Grove, sisters, Alice Louie of Benicia and Dorothy Chin of Sacramento, along with many nieces and nephews.

Al's family is extremely grateful to all the staff at Atria Bayside Landing for their unwavering and loving care. They also thank Optimal Hospice for their compassionate support and care. A private family service including full military honors will be held in honor of Al. Visitation will take place at The Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home located at 14165 N. Beckman Road in Lodi, California, on Saturday, June 30, 2018, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations on Al's behalf can be made to Optimal Hospice or charity of choice.

 

SERVICE

A private interment will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park.

 

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Fong family.

 

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William James Relf

October 1st, 1930 - June 5th, 2018  

 

William James Relf, widowed, age 87, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 5, 2018. He was a mechanical engineer for 60 years. He is survived by his brother Robert Relf and family, sons Russell (Michellle Relf), Charles (Lydia Relf).  Dad enjoyed singing with the Stockton Portsmen Chorus - Barber Shop. He was also an active member of many local clubs and associations in Stockton, i.e. Rotory, Engineers Club, Lions, etc.
He will truly be missed.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the wonderful Hospice of San Joaquin County.
SERVICE
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 1:30pm at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA.

Sam Terzo

May 12th, 1933 - June 5th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Terzo family.

Dr. Sam Terzo passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 85.
He was a devoted and caring husband of 55 years to his wife, Elizabeth. Known for his diverse lifelong quest for learning, he went on to complete several advanced degrees and working for Stockton Unified School District for 25 years as a speech pathologist. He was also known as a health nut with a big sweet tooth. He loved animals of all kinds, from baby chicks to his Labrador retrievers. His family and grandchildren especially also remember how much he liked to make silly faces, noises and crack jokes with them.
He is survived by his caring wife Elizabeth; his three children Tracie, Todd, and Laurie; and his eight grandchildren Michael, Anthony, Angel, Taylor, Braydon, Jayda, Kade, and Sol. He is also survived by his two brothers and sister and many nieces and nephews; his brother- and sister-in-law Bob and Jan and niece/nephew, Robyn and Brent. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kellie.
In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the wonderful Bristol Hospice Foundation at 2140 Professional Drive, Suite #210, Roseville, CA 95661.

Services

A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 11th, 2018, at 1:00pm, in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

An inurnment will take place on Thursday, June 14th, 2018, at 9:30am, in the Sierra View Mausoleum of Chapel of Flowers, located in Cherokee Memorial Park.

Dan Drullard

October 19th, 1927 - June 4th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Drullard family.

Visitation

There will be a visitation on Monday, June 11th, 2018, from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

Services

Services will be held on Tuesday, June 12th, 2018, at 11:00am, at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park.

From there, services will conclude at Stockton Rural Cemetery, located at 2350 Cemetery Lane, Stockton CA, 95204. (209) 465-5213.

Gregorio Cadena

May 7, 1926 - June 3, 2018

Gregorio R. Cadena was born on May 7, 1926 to Salome and Maria Cadena of Mexico and entered his final rest on June 3, 2018 in the comfort of his home. He is survived by his life companion Margarita Valenzuela of Stockton, CA, daughter Eva Cadena of Pittsburgh, CA, daughter Beatrice Peña of Tracy,CA, son Luis Cadena of Chula Vista, CA and son Christopher Cadena of Delhi, CA. He is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. George is preceded in death by both of his parents and son Roberto Cadena of Stockton, CA.

 

VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Wednesday June 6, 2018 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm at the    Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home at 831 E. Industrial Way, Lodi, CA. 95240.

SERVICES

The Rosary will be held on Wednesday June 6, 2018 at 6:00pm at the Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home at 831 E. Industrial Way, Lodi, CA. 95240.

Graveside services will be held on June 7, 2018 at 12:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

 

 

 

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Donna Marguerite Tomlinson

May 25, 1932 - June 3, 2018

Donna Marguerite Tomlinson, 86 died on Sunday, June 3rd 2018 lovingly surrounded by members of her family.

Born in Denver, Colorado to Frank and Elaine Edmondson, she moved to Stockton with her husband Leo Tomlinson in 1955 where they raised their four children.  An accomplished homemaker she took her role of Wife and Mother to heart. She enjoyed decorating, crafting, crocheting, sewing, baking and bird watching.  She also especially loved to play board games with the grandkids. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren could always elicit a laugh and a smile.

Donna is survived by her children Linda Blackman, Ed Tomlinson (and wife Kathy Tomlinson) of Stockton, California and Leslie Hoffer of Pueblo, Colorado.

Grandchildren (by age) include Laurel Blackman, Shelley Spessard, Melissa Hoffer, Nina Hull and Amy Hoffer.  Great grandchildren are Nicholas Spessard, Michael  Spessard, Lilyana Hoffer, Sydney Sovereign, Timothy Sovereign, Sophie McIntosh, Joshua Conway, Emberlyn Conway, Callie Hull, Vivien Hoffer and baby Walter Sovereign.

Other surviving family members and friends include her sister Lora Meidinger,  as well as, Ken White,  Nick Spessard, and Patrick Sovereign.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Leo J. Tomlinson and son Jarret W. Tomlinson.

She was a woman of great strength, determination and fortitude.  Her motto was “Any job worth doing is worth doing well.”  She gave the best she had every day.  She did her job well and she will be greatly missed by all of us.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin.

 

 

 

Evelyn Jaquith

December 3rd, 1929 - June 2nd, 2018 With great sadness we announce the death of Evelyn Maxine Jaquith. She was born on December 3, 1925 in Sawyer, Kansas. She passed peacefully surrounded by family on June 2, 2018 in Sacramento, California.

Evelyn arrived in California with her family in 1935 escaping the Dust Bowl to start her dreams. She and her family settled in Greenwood, California. Her early years were spent washing dishes in the family restaurant and growing up in a close knit community.

Teaching was Evelyn’s passion. Her 31 year career began in a one room school house in Greenwood, California. Later she settled with her family in Stockton and taught for Stockton Unified School District for 23 years. Becoming a resource teacher for SUSD brought joy daily to Evelyn and her special needs students.

Evelyn was a devoted wife and mother. She and Vernon were supportive parents, grandparents, and great-grand parents. Nothing brought more joy to their lives than attending family activities and seeing the success of their family members. Evelyn and Vern built their cabin at Tahoe to give their family a place to make lasting memories.

Evelyn loved her Oakland A’s and attended her last game in April. Listening and watching the A’s, playing cribbage, gardening, camping, and traveling were activities enjoyed by Evelyn.

After retiring, Evelyn gave many community hours to the West Lane Oaks Neighborhood Resource Center. She was recognized during the Mayor’s All America City Beautification Awards Program on April 11, 2001. She was also honored by the Stockton Police Department on April 13, 2001 for being an All-Star Volunteer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, three brothers, her loving husband Vernon and infant daughter Kristen. She is survived by her son Howard Jaquith, daughter Keeva Gwyn (James), four grandchildren Carrie Jaquith, Laurie Kubicek (Matt), Steve Jaquith (Lora) and John Gatschet (Ruby) and five great-grandchildren.

A private Celebration of Life to honor Evelyn will be held at a later date. Donations to honor the memory of Evelyn Jaquith can be made to the Children’s Home of Stockton, 430 N. Pilgrim Street, Stockton, California 95205

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Jaquith family.

Diana Luna

February 27th, 1961 - June 1st, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Luna family.

Diana Luna, a Stockton native, was a beloved mother and grandmother who lived a wonderful life among her family.  On Friday, June 1st 2018, aged 57, she lost a three-year battle with breast cancer at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  She was born on February 27th, 1961 in French Camp, CA to David and Evangelina (Cortez) Luna. She graduated from Franklin High School. Throughout her life, she held her family closest to her heart. She loved the company of her friends, siblings, children, and grandchildren and will be missed by her whole family.

Diana was one tough soul; her courage and bravery has touched us all.  Not many of us would have the heart to fight for strong health and life as she did for these past 36 years.  From To Kill a Mockingbird: “She was powerful, not because she wasn’t scared, but because she went on so strongly, despite the fear.”  While we will deeply miss Diana, we know she is whole once again and no longer in pain.  We miss and love her so much.

She is survived by her significant other, Hector Guerrero; her beloved dog, Oso; her children and grandchildren and many siblings, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be on Friday, June 8th, 6pm at the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial in Lodi, CA. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 9th, 10am at the same location.

Visitation

There will be a visitation on Friday, June 8th, 2018, from 2:00pm to 8:00pm, at the Evergreen Chapel located in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.

A vigil will take place at 6:00pm.

Service

Services will be held at Evergreen Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park on Saturday, June 9th, 2018, at 10:00am.

Pamela Myers

May 22, 1948 - May 31, 2018  

VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Wednesday June 13th, 2018 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

Services will be held on Thursday June 14th, 2018 at 10:00am in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Myers family.

 

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Rosa Santana

August 31, 1949 - May 30, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Santana Family.

VISITATION

The visitation will be held on Thursday June 7, 2018 from 2:00pm to 8:00pm with a rosary held at 6:00pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

Services will be held on Friday June 8, 2018 at 10:00am at St. Anne's Catholic Church located at 215 W. Walnut St in Lodi, CA 95240.

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