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James Richard "Dick" Schwyhart

Richard passed away on July 26,2016 in Stockton, CA. He was born in Missouri to James and Florence Schwyhart.2016-08-16 14.49.08 He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Florence Schwyhart; wife, Ruthann L. Schwyhart; brothers and sisters, Jack, Albert, Dorothy, Arlis, Clifford, Wilma, Francis, George, Ruth, Florence (Tuney).

Richard is survived by his children: Jeffery R. Schwyhart (son), Jearld J. Schwyhart (son) and his wife Verna (daughter-in-law), and Jeanette S. Patrick (daughter); 11 grandchildren: Donald, Hiedi, and Adam (Jeff’s Children), Charissa, Jessica, Jamie, Jennifer, Johnathan, and Jacy (Jerry’s Children), Christopher L. Patrick and Craig J. Patrick (Jeanette’s children); 9 great-grandchildren: Mason, Damion, and Solara (Jeff’s grandchildren), Riley, Jordan, Allison, Raymond, Jason, and Jerry (Jerry and Verna’s grandchildren); brother Joe Schwyhart of Arkansas, sister Lula Mae Thomas of Stockton, and sister Nadine Tirapelle of Stockton; also survived by 35 nieces and nephews and approximately 66 great nieces and  nephews.

SERVICES

Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, September 12, 2016, at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, or the American Rheumatology (Arthritis) Association.

 

Douglas James Martin

Douglas James Martin was born on November 15, 1939, in Montreal, Quebec to MDougMartin1other, Anne Marshall, and father, James Martin.  Little brother, David Martin, would follow a few years later. When step-father, George Hiscock, came into their lives, their family was complete. Doug attended Lester Pearson High School, but like any true Canadian, his youth was spent on the ice, playing hockey. His senior year in high school he was drafted by the Montreal Canadians to play semi-pro hockey in Spokane, WA.

In 1959, Vancouver, B.C, the skates he put on would change.  After 6 weeks of figure skating lessons and auditioning for the world-renowned Ice Capades in Hollywood, he was offered a job in the show.  He went on to skate on the National Ice Capades tour for the next 10 years as an Adagio or “Pair Skater” first with Elyn Tia and later with Patti Forbes. Doug also skated in various comedic routines with Freddie Trenkler. They performed 10 shows per week, 10 months per year.

Some of the highlights of his career were selling out shows to record-breaking crowds of 29,000 at Shea Stadium, performing at the Olympic open ice arena in Squaw Valley, meeting and performing with numerous celebrities, including the Supremes, Jimmy Dean, and for the First-Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy.

Then as fate would have it, Honolulu, Hawaii was later added to the tour.  It was in Hawaii, that he was introduced to fellow international entertainer, Tahitian dancer, Andrea Malawaina Bright Andrews, who was dancing with Tavana Faanui at the time in Waikiki.  Malawaina, “Mala” would later become his wife.

Acknowledgement: Doug always said that he would write a book about his time with the Ice Capades and he did.  The book is called “Frozen Community.”

Doug and Mala Martin have come to make their home in Stockton, CA. He was a loving husband and father.  Together, they have 3 children: Monique, James, and Tinamarie; 4 grandchildren: David, Nicole, Kaitlyn, and Alyssa; and 5 fur babies: dogs- Xena, Kiera, Michael, and Critter: cat- bruddah.

a few of his favorite things: Studying the Bible, Joe Montana (49er’s), Hockey, Skating, Travelling, World News, Comedy, Everly Brothers, Coffee Crisp, Shortbread, Macintosh, Neapolitan ice cream, and Coffee (Chewy and Moowy)…..

On July 18th, Doug was called home to glory.  He was surrounded by his family and with love until his last breath and beyond.  It’s not possible to fully capture everything about who dad was in a memorial and what he meant to all of us.  This a mere glimpse at the essence of who he was.  If you are reading this, however, then you are a part of his story.  We would love for you to share your memories with us.

 

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.

Elsie Mary Medeiros

Elsie Mary Medeiros Elsie Medeiros

Of Acampo, CAElsie Medeiros_0001

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. 

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Jewel Fay Lair

LairJewel 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. IMG_0509Betty 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

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