David Douglas Ray "Doug"

David Douglas Ray, age 31, was born to David G. Ray and Julie M. (Lawrence) Ray in Stockton, CA on October 27th, 1983 at St. Joseph’s Medical Center, and passed away in the afternoon of June 16th, 2015 at the same hospital he began life.

Doug was born with the love of anything mechanical. Growing up, he loved to take anything and everything apart and put it back together, including his sister's Barbie car. It wasn’t abnormal to see his room full of ferris wheels and roller coasters that he had built entirely of Legos and K-nex. He was truly gifted in his mechanical abilities and began working for the family business at a very young age. He learned fast and quickly surpassed the skills of men twice his age. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 2001 and continued to work for the family business. His piercing blue eyes and shy smile will always be  remembered by those who knew him.

He is survived by his father and mother, David and Julie Ray of Stockton; his son Jacob D. Ray, age 8; his sister Jennifer Ray; and two nieces Rayanne and Lilliana. He is also survived by his grandparents: Barbara Lawrence of Stockton, Harold Lawrence of Galt and Charles Ray of Culpeper, VA. His grandmother  Renee Ray, predeceased him in 2008. He is survived by many more aunts, uncles, and cousins ranging from California to Saudi Arabia.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

Services will be held on Monday, June 29, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240

Mary Jean Burr

Mary Jean BurrAge 78, Navy wife, Mom, Grandma and “Gammy”. Born in Stockton on Mar. 9, 1937. She married Merdick Burr, Jr. on Nov. 26, 1955. After living in many states as a Navy family, upon retirement 45 years ago they made Lodi, CA home. They still traveled seeing all 50 states. Loved boating and shared that love with the rest of the family. A crafty seamstress who enjoyed crocheting and knitting too. Navy life provided many career opportunities, she loved helping others most. Mary was preceded in death by parents James and Gladys Soper, brother Robert Soper, Sr., and grandson Eric Nietschke. She is survived by husband Merdick Burr, Jr.; daughter Maridee (David) Nietschke; son James (Lori Adams) Burr; granddaughter, Tammy (Tom) Drescher, greatgrandchildren, Troy and Tambria; niece Cindy Soper Catalano; honorary granddaughter, Satoko (Steve) Nietschke, greatgrandchildren Sean and Sena; and many other dear relatives and friends.

God answered Mary’s prayers as we were thankfully able to care for her at home till she was called peacefully to our Lord on Sunday June 14, 2015. Her strength of faith kept her very strong as she planned her journey to leave us with positive words that touched many. Mary told us all to "practice your faith and stay true to God’s word". His will was her joy!

Donations suggested to St Peters Lutheran School, Lodi, Ca @ www.stpeterlodi.com

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SERVICES

Service on Friday, June 19, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. at St. Peters Lutheran Church,  2400 Oxford Way, Lodi, CA . Dinner to follow.

 

Lester Roscoe Harvey

Lester Harvey passed away on June 8, 2015 in Stockton, CA at the age of 86. He was born on February 7, 1929 in Oklahoma. He moved to Stockton in 1943 where he worked for Sharpe’s Army Depot for more than 30 years. Lester was preceded in death by his loving wife Linda Harvey. He is survived by his children Carl Harvey, Elywanna Sanford, and Henry Harvey (Becky), 3 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

In Lieu of flowers please send donations to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of San Joaquin.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Graveside Service will be held  Friday, June 19, 2015  at 10:00 a.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park , Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA

Tommie Catherine Meier

October 4, 1934 - June 7, 2015 VISITATION

Visitation will be held on  Thursday, June 18, 2015 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, June 19, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

INTERMENT

Graveside Service will immediately follow at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

 

Barbara Rae Macedo

Barbara MacedoBarbara Macedo was born on August 21, 1948 and passed away June 4, 2015 at her home in Clements at the age of 66. She enjoyed driving fast, her family, her animals, and was an avid Raiders fan. She was a joy to be with and she will be greatly missed by those family and friends that knew her best. Barbara is survived by her sister Marietta Hancock of Pioneer, and a son, Michael Macedo Jr. of Clements.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at The Chapel Of Flowers, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

INTERMENT

Burial will follow at Glen View Cemetery, 23532 N. Mackville Rd.,Clements. Ca. 95227. A gathering after services will take place at the Macedo Ranch and friends may RSVP with Tiffany at 890-5485.

Eugene "Hal" Halecky

Eugene HaleckyEugene “Hal” Halecky passed away on June 4, 2015 at the age of 85. Hal was born on January 6, 1930 in Beaver Meadows Pennsylvania to Frank and Anna Halecky.Hal was a veteran of the US Air force and retired as a Senior Master Sergeant in the Air Force Reserves. In 1951 he met the love of his life, Gwendolyn Keeler, and they wed and resided in Stockton California. After Hal’s active service in the military he was employed by the Pittsburgh-Des Moines Steel Company. Hal started his career with the company in 1953 as a warehouseman and retired after 44 years as the division President. Throughout his career and over the years, Hal was always known for his leadership, integrity, professionalism, work ethic, and for caring for and encouraging others. Hal spent many hours holding bible studies and ministering to inmates, serving in Rotary, was active in the Metal Service Center Institute, and was a member in the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Brentwood where he resided.

Hal is survived by his wife Gwendolyn Halecky, his children Nikki Sjoblom (Dave), Rod Halecky (Stacey), Derek Halecky (Claudia), Eight Grandchildren, Seven Great Grandchildren, and his sister Betty Yura of Pennsylvania.

Hal will always be remembered for the example that he lived his life by and the impact that he made on his family, friends and the community.

 

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VISITATION

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00p.m. at  Evergreen Chapel , Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

Judith Ann Baker

Judith Ann Baker was born to Italian immigrants, Marino and Emma Santini on April 16, 1947.  She passed away on June 4, 2015. Judith or "Judy" was a hair dresser for about 30 years, owning her own shop for most of that. She liked to travel, even though she didn't get to do it often. She loved to laugh and filled a room with her happiness when she did. She will be missed deeply and never forgotten.

She is survived by her daughter, Marina Cortez and her grandchildren, Anegelique Grady and David Cortez.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 10, 2015  at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA, 95240.

Virginia Pirie

Virginia Pirie passed away on May 30, 2015, now joining her husband Alexander S. Pirie who preceded her in death in 1978. She will be missed by all for her sense of style and her determination to do things her way. Virginia was born on September 14, 1924  in Bronx, New York, the oldest of three children. After graduating from James Munroe High School, she worked in New York City as a secretary for Montgomery Wards and the Wonder Bread Company. She met her husband Alex in New York at a USO dance and was married on February 24, 1946. They then moved to their first home in Burson, California, later moving to live for over 40 years in Clements, California. Virginia started working part time once the children were in school at the Red and White Grocery in Clements and then on to work for local physicians, Dr. Chester Cunnington, Dr. Steven Block, and Dr. Ed Reagor until retirement.

Virginia was very active with many dear friends. For over 60 years she was part of the “Dirty Dozen”, a group of good friends that played cards together monthly. She was also involved with the Lodi Memorial Mission Auxiliary where she held the position of president for several years. She is a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church and a member of the Daughters of Isabella. Virginia was also an honorary life member of the Clements Buckaroo’s, a favorite resident of the Arbor Senior Apartments and the Fairmont Rehabilitation Hospital.

She is survived by her children, daughter Susan Strach and husband Bob of Battleground, Washington, son Richard Pirie and wife Faith of Gold Canyon, Arizona, daughter Janet Kay and husband Bob of Sacramento, son Robert Pirie and wife Susan of Linden, grandchildren, Tiffany (Kevin) McCreedy, Jason Strach, Shannon Pirie, Jacqueline Pirie, Mallory Pirie, Tyler Kay and Alexander Kay, great grandchildren, Cody and Sean McCreedy, brother William Walsh II of Bouivar, Missouri, and many dear nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death is husband Alexander S. Pirie, sister Theresa DiBenedetto, and parents, William and Theresa Walsh.

Virginia’s family has requested that memorial contributions in her memory be made to Lodi Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, through the Lodi Memorial Hospital Foundation, 845 S. Fairmont, Suite 3, Lodi, CA 95240, or St Joachim’s Catholic Church Building Fund, PO Box 232, Lockeford, 95237.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Rosary will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. at St Joachim's Catholic Church, 13392 Lockeford Ranch Dr., Lockeford, CA.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joachim's  Catholic Church, 13392 Lockeford Ranch Dr., Lockeford, CA

INTERMENT

Inurnment will be private at Cherokee Memorial Park, Lodi, CA.

Shirley Ione (Holen) Ackerly

Shirley AckerlyShirley Ione (Holen) Ackerly passed away on May 28 2015. She will be joining her husband Dale Myron Ackerly who preceded her death in 2001. She was a devoted Mother and Wife with a great personality. Shirley was born on April 14, 1927 in Brandt, South Dakota, the second oldest of nine children and graduated from Clear Lake High School. She met her husband Dale in Sioux City, Iowa and was married in South Sioux City, Nebraska on April 1st 1946. Shirley started raising their children in Sioux City, Iowa. Marlene was first born in 1947, Judy was born in 1950, and Nancy was born in 1956. Shirley was a very religious person and taught her children the importance of their faith. Shirley spent Sunday’s teaching Sunday school and joyfully spending quality time with her family.

In 1963, Shirley and her family moved to Cupertino, CA. She always disliked leaving her home in the mid west. Her first job in California was as a teller with First National Bank of San Jose, CA. She then had multiple Dry Cleaner jobs as a Customer Service Associate. She proceeded on to work for GenRad in Santa Clara, CA for over twenty years. In her retirement, Shirley worked for Walgreens in San Jose, CA. where she enjoyed meeting and talking to all of her customers.

Shirley is survived by her daughters Marlene Tasker (Deceased in 2014), daughter Judy Menges, of Sugarcreek, Ohio, and daughter Nancy and Son in Law Rob Lassner of Stockton, CA. She is also survived by Grandkids, Trisha Kendrick and her husband Mike, Vicki Sturdevant and her husband Chris, Kelly Tasker, Kimberly Menges and her significant other Cory Horky, Michael Cole, Loretta Feaster and her husband Donny, Sheila Renolds and her husband Roy, and Richard Cole and his wife Jessica. Great Grandkids, Mark, Kaitland, Dakota, Jordan, Jaide, Roy Jr., Alexis, Jayden, Bailey, Colin, Mariah, Shaun, Brianna, Zachary, and Kennedy. Shirley is also survived by her two siblings Ivan Holen of South Dakota and Marlys Weisner and her husband Roger of South Dakota. She will be thought of often and missed by her family and friends.

If you wish to make a donation, please do so in Shirley’s name to the Hospice of San Joaquin County.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

No services will be held.

Seldon Cowan Brusa

Seldon Cowan BrusaSeldon Brusa, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend passed away peacefully May 28, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. He lived an amazingly full and wonderful life in his 81 years. He was born to Nathaniel John and Ora Mae (Cowan) Brusa in 1933, and was the youngest of his 8 siblings, Robert, Celia (Bosch), Laura (Memory), Nelson, Bill, Evelyn (James) and John, who all preceded him in death. Seldon grew up in Lodi and attended Lodi Lafayette Elementary School. He was a ‘51 Lodi Union High School Graduate, and attended Stockton College until he was called to serve in the US Army for 3 years at Fort Ord and the Presidio of San Francisco, achieving the rank of Sargeant. He was a ‘59 Graduate of the College of the Pacific, with a BA in Physical Education and a minor in speech and social sciences-history. In ‘65, he earned his MA in Physical Education from College of the Pacific. On June 7, 1958, Seldon married Susan Elizabeth (“Liz”) Faber, the love of his life and “the most beautiful woman he ever saw.” They were blessed with 5 children and 57 years of marriage.

Seldon was a teacher in the classroom and on the field. He enjoyed healthy competition and the life lessons that team sports taught. He continued his love of playing sports in high school by working at Parks and Rec in ‘58 and coaching Legion Baseball. His high school coaching career began in ‘59 at Saint Mary’s High School, where he taught history and was the JV Football Coach, Freshman Basketball Coach, Track Coach and eventually Varsity Football Coach and Athletic Director. From ’64 to ’81, he taught History and coached at Franklin High School, Lodi High School and Delta College. In 1995, he returned to Saint Mary’s High School to coach freshman and JV football with his son, Jim, as the special teams coach, until 2005.

In ’69, Seldon began selling life insurance with New York Life as a self-employed agent. He grew to include brokerage services in group health care, becoming an expert in the field. Seldon Brusa Insurance Agency Inc. (SBIA), became a family-owned business, with his son, Jeff, working by his side for over 20 years, and his daughter, Gina for the past 5 years. He was proud to celebrate SBIA’s 46th anniversary in business this year.

Seldon served as President of the local Life Underwriter’s Association (Stockton Life Underwriters) and received the Underwriter of the Year Award; he was a Qualifier of the Million Dollar Roundtable for the past 36 years; was the National Committee man of Stockton Life Underwriters; a member and past President of the Tokay Rotary Club, and a board member and past President of the Lodi Boys and Girls Club.

Seldon is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, and children, Jim Brusa (Angela Parises); Anthony Brusa, Gina Brusa Crow (Pat Crow), Michael Brusa, and Jeff Brusa (Bella Estoles) and 13 grandchildren: Gianna and Giovanni Brusa; Carlee, Cassidee and Cade Brusa; PJ and Michaela Crow; Domunique and Castle Brusa; Arianna and Nico Brusa; Leah Estoles Morris Balsamo and Adam Estoles Morris.

The family would like to express its appreciation to Hospice of San Joaquin’s Kim and Carol, as well as Stephanie Kaehler and Judy Larot for their compassionate care during his final journey. They would also like to thank Dr. Vagelos at Stanford Cardiology, and locally, Dr. Hereford and Dr. Mark Hoff for their many years of excellent care. Lastly, they would like to thank their friends and family who visited to make Seldon’s last days the best they could be, in the company of those who loved him most. He will be forever missed and loved.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Mary’s High School Athletics, C/O 5648 El Dorado Street, Stockton, Ca., 95207; St. Anne’s Church Community Plaza Project, C/O 215 W. Walnut Street, Lodi, Ca. 95240; Hospice San Joaquin Lodi Regional Care Center, C/O 3888 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95204 or your favorite charity.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday June 4, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 215 W. Walnut St. Lodi, Ca 95240.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arthur Zeno Peoples

Arthur Zeno PeoplesArthur Zeno Peoples was born on April 14th, 1923, in Petaluma, California, and passed away on Memorial Day, May 25th, 2015 at the age of 92, in Stockton, California. His parents were Curtis and Ella Peoples. He had one sister, Vivian Fannen, and two brothers, Vernett and Leslie Peoples, all whom have passed. He attended local schools in Petaluma and graduated from Petaluma High School in June of 1941. After high school he attended the University of California in Berkeley for one semester, but later transferred to Santa Rosa Jr. College. He played baseball while he was at Santa Rosa Jr. College and graduated in June of 1943.

He was offered to enroll in a V-12 program at the College of the Pacific. For those who do not know, the V-12 program was a Naval program that was established by the War Department on university campuses during World War II to provide the Navy with a continuous supply of officers. He came to Stockton, California in July of 1943, graduated from the V-12 program in February of 1944, and was sent to Columbia University in New York City, New York, as a midshipman. He was commissioned as an Ensign, known in today’s terms as a second lieutenant, in June 1944.

While he was in New York City he met his future wife, Ruth Glenora Huling. He was sent to Portland, Maine and stationed on a minesweeper ship during the war. Arthur married Ruth on September 14, 1944, while on a 72 pass, and she joined him in Maine shortly thereafter. They were blessed to have been married for almost 71 years.

The war was almost at an end and he was discharged from the Navy in June of 1945. After being discharged from the military he returned to Petaluma, but moved back to Stockton in September 1945 in order to attend the University of the Pacific (UOP) under the G.I. Bill. Upon graduating from UOP with an Accounting Degree, he was offered a position at Hobbs Parsons Co. as office manager. He worked for the company for 16 years. When the company relocated to Fresno, Art decided to stay in Stockton and go back to college where he received his teaching credential. He ended up teaching at Glenwood School for 24 years as an 8th grade math teacher.

Art and Ruth had two wonderful sons, David and Steven Peoples. Both sons passed away in September 1999. Art was involved with Little League and Babe Ruth League during their sons early years.

Art was also the 2nd President of Sundown Little Leagues, was a member of the Lodi Masonic Lodge, No. 256, and the National Rifle Association. In his free time, Art greatly enjoyed the peacefulness of lake fishing with his close friends and family, working in his garden, and greatly loved sports.

Arthur had three grandsons, Joshua Peoples, Seth Peoples and Cory Peoples, and three granddaughters, Heather Peoples-Sali, Jamie Peoples-Morris, and Danielle Peoples-Petersen. He also had 14 great grandchildren.

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VISITATION

Visitation will be held Thursday, May 28, 2015 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday May 29, 2015  from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240

SERVICES

A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 29, 2015  at 1:00 p.m. at  Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi,CA 95240.

Cherokee Memorial Park is a 501(c)13 non-profit company, owned and operated exclusively for the benefit of the community, serving Lodi, Stockton, Galt, Manteca and the San Joaquin Valley since 1940.

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