February 3, 1925 -June 24, 2018
VISITATION
Visitation will be held on Thursday July 5, 2018 from 10:00am to 8:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
Service will be held on Friday July 6, 2018 at 9:00am in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Tran family.
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June 22,1933 - June 23, 2018
Kenneth Edward McDaniel, 85, of Lodi, died June 23, 2018 in Davis, California. He was born June 22, 1933 in Wetmore, Kansas. He joined the Navy after graduation from high school, which brought him to California where he established homes in San Francisco, Southern California, and Lodi. Mr. McDaniel put himself through college on the GI Bill following his discharge from the Navy. He married Donis (Mayer) McDaniel in 1954. He attended Heald Engineering College in San Francisco earning a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering. Ken worked for the California Department of Transportation (later called Cal Trans) from 1959- 1995 as a Senior Electrical Engineer, and from 1995-2001 as a Retired Annuitant. Upon retirement, Ken and his wife, Donis, traveled extensively and enjoyed annual vacations in Hawaii. Ken excelled in woodworking and home improvement projects. After the death of Donis, Ken continued to travel with his daughters, cheer on his San Francisco Giants, and stop to play with any dog that crossed his path. Mr. McDaniel is survived by his two daughters: Sharon Parsons of Lodi and Gayelynn Gerhart of Woodland; as well as his sister, Brenda Mee, of Seneca, Kansas.
SERVICE
A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, July 6, 2018 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
May 30, 1940 - June 22, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Allison family.
August 29, 1926 - June 22, 2018
Don Burns passed away peacefully on June 22, 2018 at the age of 91. Don was born on August 29, 1926 to Bernard & Theresa Burns in Queens, New York. Don proudly served in the US Marine Corps during WWII. He moved to California in 1948 and began working for Pacific Bell as a lineman. He was later promoted to foreman & retired after 40 years of service. Don married the love of his life, Jane Burns, on May 1, 1954 and they were happily married for sixty-four years. Don was an avid sports fan from coaching his son's baseball team to never missing a grandchild's game to watching the Yankees every time they were on TV. He was extremely proud of his family, his Irish heritage, his service in the Marine Corps and his work with Pacific Bell. He lived a full and happy life. Don is survived by his loving wife, Jane, his son, Terry and his six grandchildren, Brianne, Ryan, Kellie, Brendan, Greg and Matt and great-grandson, Jackson. He is preceded in death by his son Sean and his daughter Erin. He was always the life of the party. He always had a joke to tell and was always dressed to impress. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that you donate to the New York Yankees, they are going to need a new pitcher by the end of the year (or to the Semper Fi Fund, they could use it more).
SERVICE
A memorial service will be held on Monday July 2, 2018 at 10:00am at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Burns family.
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August 28, 1936 - June 22, 2018
Agustina Tabada Tan was born on August 28, 1936 in Cebu City, Phillippines and passed on June 22, 2018 in Stockton, CA at the age of 81. She always lived life to the fullest and enjoyed spending time with loved ones. She is survived by her beloved companion of 24 years: Ralph Castro, her daughters Tina-Marie Ross and Vivian Bertolucci, grandchildren Kayla, Taylor, Matt, and Richard, and son-in-law Rich Ross.
VISITATION
Visitation will be held on Thursday June 28, 2018 at 10:00am with services to follow at 1:00pm at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd. in Lodi, CA.
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January 22, 1935 - June 22, 2018 Robert "Bob" Jenkins, age 83 of Stockton, passed away June 22, 2018. Bob is survived by his 2 daughters: Cynthia Jenkins (Bill), and Robin Griffen (Pat); 7 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his daughter Cloveta Forsythe; mother Lenar Morrow and father Ben Jenkins; 2 brothers and 6 sisters. He was loved and will be forever missed.
SERVICE
A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on Thursday July 5, 2018 at the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park at Harney Lane at Hwy. 99, Lodi, CA 95240
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January 12, 1938 - June 21, 2018
James Kenneth Smith, 80, of Stockton, CA passed away peacefully on June 21, 2018 after a three-year courageous fight with kidney cancer.
Jim was was born in Vendor, Arkansas, the loving son of James and Ova Smith. Known to his family as “Buddy,” he was the eldest of 7 children. The Smith family moved to California in 1945. Jim was a high school graduate of Stockton College, and also completed his Associate Degree from Stockton College where he majored in the HVAC Industry. On Feb. 13, 1959, Jim married his high school sweetheart, Martha Harmon, the love of his life. During their 59 yers of marriage, they raised three daughters. In 1972, Jim founded Smith Heating and Air with his partner, Kurt Smith, where he became known for his integrity and superior workmanship. He was an avid outdoorsman; enjoying hunting and fishing with his grandsons. Jim always looked forward to his annual hunting trips to Colorado and enjoyed trips to Monterey golfing with friends. He was a past member of the Stockton Houndsmen Association, and a current member of the Linden Lions Club and Linden Athletic Boosters Club.
Jim is survived by his loving wife, Martha, of 59 years; his daughters Karen Lagorio (Richard), Kathy Thomas, Kim Sanchez; his 7 grandchildren Melissa Thomas, Courtney, James, and Michael Lagorio, Amanda McCoy, Maria and Vanessa Sanchez; his great-grandson Jiovanni Belmar; and his five siblings Lula Calkins (Jack), Donald (Pete) Smith, Joyce Bush (Harry), Doris Powers (Mike), and Carylon Criner (Eddie). Jim leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his younger brother Denver Eugene Smith. Also, preceding Jim were his beloved in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Harmon. He will always be remembered by his family and many friends as an exceptionally kind-hearted, hard-working man who loved farming, golfing, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.
VISITATION
Visitation will be held Wednesday June 27, 2018 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Park Evergreen Chapel, Harney Lane at Hwy 99, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 28 at 10:00 am in Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd in Lodi.
Jim’s family request any contributions in his memory be made to the Linden Lions Club, P.O. Box 233, Linden, CA 95236 or the: Linden-Peters Volunteer Firefighter Association, 17725 E Hwy 26, Linden, CA 95236.
March 11, 1929 - June 21, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Brewer family.
May 5, 1923 - June 20, 2018
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hofer family.
Services
An inurnment will take place on Monday, August 6th, 2018, at 11:00am, at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
November 26, 1935 - June 20, 2018
Mrs. Armida Rebecca (Aguilera) Gonzales, of Stockton, California, born on November 26, 1935 in San Bernadino, California, to Dominga Sarraraz. She passed away at the age 82 on June 20, 2018. At the time of her passing Armida was surrounded in love by her immediate family.
She was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved deeply and was filled with compassion and kindness for all that knew her. She worked as an LVN at San Joaquin General Hospital until retiring in 1998. She also worked as a para professional for many years in Stockton Unified holding down two jobs to support her family. She could often be heard saying "Love Never Fails" and "I love you too much." Armida had a passion for gardening, painting and arts and crafts and devoted many hours to her relaxing hobbies. Those who knew her know she loved hats and you could often see her wearing one of her many hats when visiting her family and friends. Another of her favorite past times was spending an afternoon at a local casino with family or friends.
Armida is survived by her daughter, Diana Rodriguez (Rene) her sons, Robert Flores, (Susie) Samuel Rincon, (Jerri) Jimmy Rincon, and Daniel Aguilar (Eileen) and her sister Esther Gonzales. She leaves 13 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.
Friends and family can pay their respects at the Celebration of Life on Friday, June 29, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon at Cherokee Memorial Chapel, 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi, California. Those who wish may donate in Armida's name to Hospice of San Joaquin. Sign online guestbook at - cmfh@cherokeememorial.com
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July 31, 1962 - June 20, 2018 
Andrea Linda Rodriguez was born on July 31, 1962 in Stockton, California and passed away on June 20, 2018 at the age of 55. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1980. She enjoyed dancing, traveling with Dean, going to the casinos, watching her favorite football team the 49ers. Above all she enjoyed spending time with her loved ones. She is survived by her beloved companion of 30 years: Dean Wright; parents Carol Lerner (George) and Ernest Rodriguez (Lina); brothers Ernest Rodriguez (Shannan) and Joseph Rodriguez; nephew Landen Rodriguez, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. A memorial service to Celebrate her Life will take place at 1pm on Friday, June 29, 2018 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd., Lodi, CA.
SERVICE
A memorial service will be held Friday, June 29th, 2018, at 1:00pm in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Rodriguez family.
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July 15, 1930 - June 20, 2018
Don McTeer, 87, passed away in Hudson, Florida after suffering a major stroke. He was born literally on the steps of San Joaquin Hospital (his father had run out of gas on the way) to Vern and Fern McTeer and raised in Stockton, CA. then retiring to Hudson, Florida in 1998. He co-owned Valley Stucco & Putty Plant with his 2 brothers, Jim & Bob McTeer. He was preceded in death by siblings Edith Coy and Jim McTeer. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sharon McTeer, 5 children, 9 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, siblings Bob McTeer and Irene Hunt.
He was president of the Amblers Club and the Delta Rotary Club; a member of the Lodi Twirlers Square Dancers and Stockton Moose Club. The simple things in life made him happy; connecting with people, taking family camping, water skiing, long drives - always taking the road less traveled. Determined to see America he and Sharon traveled over 22,000 miles their first trip around the US. He was a history buff visiting historical sites everywhere.
He knew no strangers, always asking "Where ya from?" or "Need some help?" never passing anyone stranded on the road while traveling.
While working full time, he and Sharon fostered several teens and then high-risk babies, hoping to give them a better life. He even took a dump truck to the Sierras, filled it with snow and brought it back to Mary Graham Children's Center. After retiring, they volunteered at San Lorenzo Park, CA, then were Lighthouse docents in Ilwaco, WA. For the last 17 years they were volunteers at the Food Bank, Ad Litem, and Bayonet Point Hospital, FL. In his 80's, with arthritic hands, he quilted blankets for his grandchildren and great-grands making more than 27. He wanted us to remember him; including making all of us family photo CD's starting when we were babies. Surviving children are Candy Mendoza (Dave), Kathy Ogren (Tim), Debbie Wells (Dan), Carol Day (Bill), and Byron Day (Muriel). Grandchildren Mike Pengilly, Jr. (Marnie), Chris Pengilly (Kim), Sean Pengilly (Stephanie), Robert Ogren (Kristi), Kelly Mendoza (Arvin), Jennifer Ogren, Teri Salter (Alan), Keith Wells (Breana), and Krista Clark (Jeff).
It meant everything to him to have a purposeful life. He was the pillar that kept our blended families together. Always one to lend a helping hand, tell a funny story, or make a long story longer, he will be deeply missed.
A graveside service will be held on Friday July 27, 2018 at 11:00am at Cherokee Memorial Park located at Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, CA 95240. 209-334-9613
Donations may be given to Mary Graham Children's Foundation, PO Box 792, Stkn 95201 or a children's charity of your choice.
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April 22, 1934 - June 20, 2018
Noel Crownover, age 84 joined the angels on June 20, 2018. Noel was born in Bentonville, AR on April 22, 1934 and had four siblings. Noel received a Bachelor of Science Degree and Masters Degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development from University of San Francisco. He proudly served our country in four branches of the service eliciting an honorable discharge in all four. He later worked in management for AT&T for 39 years. However, Noel wasn't finished with his work years and continued working for State of California for another 14 years. He is survived by his wife of 62 years Naomi, sons Robert (Michelle), Richard (Cindy) and David (Bertha) and a brother, James Crownover of St. Louis, Mo. There will be a viewing at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, on Monday June 25 from 12pm to 8pm. A graveside service will be at Sierra View Cemetery 4900 Olive Ave. Olivehurst, Ca on Tuesday, June 26 at 1:00pm. A reception will be held immediately afterwards at 950 Albatross Avenue, Yuba City, Ca.
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June 23rd, 1952 - June 19th, 2018 Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hilinski family.
April 26th, 1928 - June 18th, 2018
Josephina Garza was born April 26, 1928 in Los Angeles California to mother and father Clementina and Edward Avila. Passed away suddenly June 18, 2018 in Lodi California at the age of 90.
She is survived by her loving family, husband Melchor Garza and son Angelo Haro Sr., Sisters Eva Volanos , Rebeca Ballester, Terry Rivera, Florence Tapia and Gloria Robles. Brothers Roy Avila, Walter Avila Eddie Avila. She has 5 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her brother Joe Avila and Son Manual Haro Jr. We would love to share the celebration of her life.
Please attend the visitation Wednesday June 27, 2018 2-8pm and the Rosary at 6:30pm both at the Vineyard Chapel of Cherokee Memorial Park. (14165 N. Beckman Rd., Lodi, CA 95240) A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday June 28, 2018 at 10am at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Lodi. (215 W. Walnut St., Lodi, CA 95240.) Immediately following the service Family invites all to attend the Reception being held across the way from the church in the St. Anne’s Hall. Please sign the online guestbook at www.cherokeememorial.com.
June 10, 1947 - June 19, 2018
SERVICE
There will be a graveside service at 2:00pm on Tuesday June 26, 2018 at Cherokee Memorial Park, Harney Lane at Hwy 99, Lodi, CA 95240.
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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Snyder family.
May 2nd, 1938 - June 18th, 2018 
Charles Edward Skobrak Sr., known as Charlie, passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018 at 80 years old. Charlie was born on May 2, 1938 in Borzavar, Hungary with a family of 10 including 7 brothers and sisters. Charlie's journey to Stockton, CA included escaping his country during the Hungarian Revolution in 1957 with lifetime friend Alex Gulyas. Charlie was a hardworking man with many aspirations. After marrying the love of his life, Donna Mae, they together opened their own business known as Charlie's Day & Nite Lock and Key in December 1962. Charlie's Day & Nite has served the Stockton area for over 55 years and remains a true legacy of Charlie's hard work. Charlie was a well-known safe technician and businessman who inspired many. He was a proud Hungarian who truly enjoyed working but always made sure to make time for family and friends. Charlie will forever be remembered by many as a wonderful dancer, great storyteller, hard worker, loving family member, and big jokester. Charlie was involved in many locksmith associations as well as the Executive Club of Stockton and Stockton Rotary.
Charlie is survived by beloved wife of 55 years Donna Skobrak, Sons Charlie Skobrak Jr. (Tonya) and Steve Skobrak (Veronica), and grandchildren Jennifer Hartman (Corbin), Nicholas Skobrak, Brennon Skobrak, Connie Navarro, Eddie Balanon, Maisy Balanon, and Rigoberto Skobrak.
Memorial Service is on Friday, June 29, 2018 at 11am at St. Andrew's Church, 4910 Claremont Ave, Stockton, CA, reception to immediately follow. Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of Charlie to St. Andrews Church (www.standrewsstockton.org).
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November 13, 1936 - June 17, 2018
Antoinette Marie Kosta was born on November 13, 1936 in Stockton, California to Dorothy Donahue and Anthony Radovan. A native of Stockton, she graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1954. She married Nick Kosta in 1956 and together they had three children. In 1972, the family moved to Lockeford where she resided until her passing.
Antoinette was a devoted wife, mother and YiaYia. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Nick, her son Michael Kosta (Patricia), her daughters Elaine McCarty (Bill), and Johanna Miner (Fred), her grandchildren Heather (Benjamin), Nikki (Brett), Courtney, Nicholas, Jordan and Alexandra, and six great grandchildren.
Antoinette enjoyed traveling, gardening, holiday entertaining, decorating her home, and shopping. Above all, she most enjoyed spending time with her loved ones. She radiated love, kindness, and beauty. She was lovingly cared for by Maria, Melissa, Angie and CeCe, their committed service was invaluable to our family. Antoinette will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.
Services will be held at St. Basil's Greek Orthodox Church in Stockton for a Trisagion Service on Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 6:00 PM and a funeral service Thursday June 21, 2018 at 11:00 AM. Committal will follow at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi.
Please make donations to St. Basil's Greek Orthodox church. Please sign the guestbook online at www.cherokeememorial.com.
The visitation will be held on Tuesday June 19, 2018 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way in Lodi, CA.
The Trisagion will be held on Wednesday June 20, 2018 at 6:00pm at St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church located at 920 W March Ln. in Stockton, CA 95207.
Services will be held on Thursday June 21. 2018 at 11:00am at St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church as well, located at 920 W March Ln. in Stockton, CA 95207.
Final Resting Place will be at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, CA.
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June 2, 1940 - June 17, 2018
Daniel R. Garcia was born in Stockton, CA. Daniel worked for Laura Scudders in Tracy for 26 years and at McKinley Elementary School where he retired in 2005. He graduated from Edison H.S. in 1959. He met an Eastside girl Becky Ramirez who became his wife in 1961. Daniel was involved with his kids in coaching, training and school activities. Daniel ministered at DVI Correctional Institute and Stockton Rescue Mission. He was a Missionary to Costa Rica, Mexico and Philippines. Becky and Daniel enjoyed travel and in 2011 celebrated their 50th anniversary in Europe for six weeks.
Daniel is survived by his wife Rebecca of 56 years, his children Daniel (Delia), Denise, Desmond (Ginger) and eight grandchildren; Elaina, Marina, Daniel III, Angelina, Armando, Gabriel, Roman and Aaron. His death precedes his brother Louie "Pete", sisters Gloria and Pauline and many nieces and nephews. Celebration of Life will be on June 30, 2018 at West Coast Church, 4111 N. West Ln Stockton, CA. 10 am. Committal at Cherokee Memorial Park, Lodi CA. Reception to follow.
SERVICE
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 30th, 2018, at 10:00am, at the West Coast World Outreach Church, located at 4111 West Lane, Stockton, CA, 95204.
An inurnment will take place on Saturday, June 30th, 2018, at 12:30pm at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Road.
Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Garcia family.
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April 28, 1940 - June 16, 2018
David was born on April 28, 1940, in Stockton, CA, to the late Oscancio and Rose DelBarba. David grew up in Stockton and attended Edison High School. David had achieved every goal he set for himself. He was a Longshoreman who retired from the Port of Stockton after 32 years. Even in retirement, he was not one to remain idle. He stayed busy by starting his own landscaping business as well as David's Janitorial Service. David was an avid San Francisco 49er and Oakland Athletics fan and enjoyed collecting their memorabilia. David was a hardworking man, a wonderful husband and a good provider. He was an amazing father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
He is survived by his wife, Cecilia DelBarba of Stockton; daughter, Renee DelBarba of Livermore; son David (Corina) DelBarba of Lodi; son Vincent (Maggie) DelBarba of Calpine. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren Ryan, Abby, Vinnie, Emily, Bella, Joey, Eddie, and Connor; and 2 great-grandchildren, Maddie and Josiah.
SERVICE
A graveside service will be held on Friday, July 6th, at 11:00am at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi CA, 95240.
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