Quy Nguyen

October 8, 1945 - February 6, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 1:00pm on Sunday, February 26th 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 1:00pm on Sunday, February 26th 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Nguyen family.

Bobby G. Gryder

Bobby G. Gryder

December 11, 1956 – February 6, 2023

Bobby G. Gryder passed away on February 6, 2023, in Stockton, California at the age of 66. He was born on December 11, 1956, in French Camp, California to Eugene Gryder and Inez Faulkner “Meeks”.

Bobby attended Franklin High School in Stockton where he spent his formative years. He was a man of many interest and enjoyed spending time in nature. Fishing, hunting, and shooting with his brother Richard were among his favorite hobbies. He also loved exploring the mountains and the ocean, and cherished the moments he spent with his family.

Bobby moved to Piggott, Arkansas, and later to Lee’s Summit, Missouri, where he resided for several years before moving back to his hometown of Stockton, California. He worked at Harmar Mobility Manufacturer for eight years as an electrical assembler and made many friends among his colleagues.

Bobby is survived by his sister, Lois Pettit; brothers, Tommy Thompson (Faye) and Donald Thompson (Nancy) all of Stockton, California; and sister-in-law, Paula Eddowes of Missouri. He is also survived by his daughter Melissa Gryder (Josh) of Idaho; granddaughter Melisha Tyler of Idaho; nephews Gregory Redman (Tina), Steven Thompson (Cindy), and Brandon Pettit; and nieces Teresa Backovich, Becky Redman, and Khloey Pettit.

He is preceded in death by parents, Eugene Gryder and Inez Faulkner “Meeks,” brother Richard Eddowes; sister Claudine Redman (Sheridan); and nephew Shawn Eddowes.

Bobby will be deeply missed by family and friends. His love for his family and the outdoors will be remembered by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Gryder family.

Pedro Pizano

January 31, 1982 - February 4, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Monday, February 20th 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, February 21st, 2023 at Saint Gertrude Catholic Church, located at 1663 E Main St, Stockton, CA 95205.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, February 24th, 2023 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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James Scmidt Jr.

January 4, 1954-January 31, 2023

James passed unexpectedly into life eternal with his Lord and Saviour on January 31, 2023.

James was a lifelong resident of Stockton, California. He retired from Tracy Defense Depot. He was a member of the Stockton Eagles Lodge. He was a dedicated fan of the Oakland Raiders. He loved Lake Tahoe, camping and playing dominoes.

James is survived by his loving and devoted sister, Jane Shields (and brother-in-law Gordon Shields), nephew Nathan Shields, niece Megan Shields, grand-nephew William Shields, and grand-niece Kaliyan Shields. He was preceded by his father, James W. Schmidt, Sr., and mother Eleanor Jane Schmidt.

Services;

A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, February 15 at 10:00am in the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park,14165 Beckman Rd,, Lodi, CA. A reception will follow at 11:30 at the Lodi Eagles Lodge, 217 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA.

Violetta Howard

December 27, 1937 - January 30, 2023

How do you condense the library of one's life into a single paragraph? The dash between the dates over flows with love, laughter, sorrow, and even the mundane. Vi's life began two days after Christmas and carried that spirit of generosity and beauty throughout her life.

Violetta Mae Kacalek was born December 27, 1937, in North Dakota to Victor and Jewel Kacalek. She shared her childhood with siblings Victor, Delores, Arthur, and David. The family move from Arkansas to settle in California where she graduated from Azusa Pacific College. There she met her future husband Wesley Howard and married in 1958.

She was an elementary school teacher until the babies came: Gregory and Diana. She dedicated her life and motherhood in raising her children. The family moved from Pomona to Orangevale to Fair Oaks then to Linden, their permanent home. Wes and Vi opened their hearts and home to adopt twin sisters Fay and Ann.

Vi's talent as a painter and artist brought her into the art world of California. She managed art fairs and events in Sacramento and Stockton malls, and ran an art gallery in Linden where she taught painting.

She and Wes were involved with Stockton Covenant Church. She served as secretary for many years. They opened their home and cabin retreat for fellowship and respite to many.

In later years Vi volunteered with the Assistance League of Stockton and supported Wounded Warrior Project, Salvation Army of Lodi, Environmental Defense Fund, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Habitat for Humanity, Susan G. Koman Foundation, and Assistance for Ukraine. To continue her work, she wished family and friends to send support to any of these charities in memorial.

Her other interests were gardening, reading, ancestral research, meals with family and friends, and celebrations with her grandchildren. Vi decorated her home for each holiday, especially Christmas throughout the year. “Christmas isn't just one day, it's a frame of mind.”

Violetta is survived by her son Gregory (Heidi), son-in-law Steven Reinhardt (Paula), and seven grandchildren: Bo, Britta (Steven), and Brennan Howard, and Markus, Anastasia (Alex), Sophia, and Peter Reindhardt.

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Lung Thi Truong

October 20, 1940 - January 27, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 8:30am to 9:00am on Sunday, February 19th 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 9:00am on Sunday, February 19th 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Truong family.

Irene Zuniga

July 31, 1931 - January 22, 2023

SERVICE
A memorial service will be held at 11:00pm on Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 at the Evergreen Chapel  at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA.

A graveside will be held the following week at 11:00am on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Zuniga family.

Najieh Aboudi

May 7, 1935 - January 21, 2023

Najieh Khoury-Aboudi loving mother and grandmother age 87, of Lodi passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, January 21, 2023.

Najieh was born on May 5th, 1935 in Ein Areek, Palestine a devout Catholic from the Holy Land. She was the widow of Issa Mousa Aboudi, at a young age raising three sons as a single mother.

Immigrating to America in 1980, she worked as a seamstress at El Rancho Inn in Millbrae, CA until her retirement.

She is survived by her 3 sons Mark, Antone, William and 7 grandchildren Gavin, Aileen, Christina, Mary, Matthew, Khalil and Tina.

Her smile and laugh will forever stay in our hearts until we see her again.

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 2:00pm - 7:00pm on Sunday, February 5th, 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
Services will take place on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 10:00 am at Saint Michael Catholic Church located at 5882 North Ashley Ln in Stockton, CA 95215.



Helen L. Drullard

August 14, 1928 - January 15, 2023

Helen L. Drullard was born August 14, 1928 to Frank J. and Tressa Lapcik in Stockton, CA, immigrants from Czechoslovakia. She peacefully passed away January 15, 2023. She attended Montezuma School through the eighth grade, (skipping the fourth grade). In the fall of her freshman year she attended Stockton High School. The following January of 1941 Edison High opened their doors to freshman and sophomore Stockton High students who wanted to voluntarily attend Edison. Helen attended Edison for two years, studied journalism and was editor for the school newspaper. Returning to Stockton High to graduate she also worked on their school newspaper and her senior year she was editor of the yearbook. During her high school years she worked part time at Smith & Lang. Upon graduating from high school she was employed by Brown Brothers Adjusters, and then by Eichelberger-Hobin Co. In 1947 Helen graduated from Stockton Jr. College.

Helen met Dan C. Drullard at an Armistice dance and married June 5, 1949, and were married for 69 years. After starting a family she later attended the University of the Pacific, graduating in 1965. Helen earned a teacher's credential and began her 22 year career as a second grade teacher at Waverly Elementary school. For two years Helen served as President for the California Teachers Association.

Helen was extremely artistic and her talents crossed multi medium arts: playing piano, crafting, sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, cooking, and canning. Her skills were phenomenal. She participated succesfully in craft shows for many years. Her children proudly reaped the benefits of her talents. Helen was always willing to share her knowledge and advice when someone needed help. 

Throughout the years she belonged to several clubs and societies: Young Homemakers, Haute Couture, Czech Society, San Joaquin County Historical Museum. 

Helen was proud of her Czechoslovakian heritage and traveled twice to the Czech Republic to see her relatives and tour the country. 

She is survived by her children, Jeffrey Drullard, Ann Lindsey, Jay Drullard and Gaye Solari, grandchildren Nicole (Marc) Weiss, Ani (Wayne) Stedman, Ryan (Sabrina) Barger, Jackie Lindsey, Kari (Evan) Shelman, Shawn (Noreen) Drullard and Michael (Amber) Solari and 10 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by husband Dan C. Drullard and parents Frank and Tressa Lapcik.

Helen loved life, was a wonderful person, wife, mother and friend.

In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to San Joaquin County Historical Museum, PO Box 30, Lodi, CA 95241.

SERVICES:

Funeral services will be held on Thursday January 26, 2023 at 10:00am in the Vineyard Chapel, 14165 Beckman Rd in Cherokee Memorial Park, in Lodi California.

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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