Joyce Johnson

December 30, 1967 - October 4, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 9:00pm - 11:00am on Friday, October 20th, 2023 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 11:30am on Friday, October 20th, 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 Johnson family.

Mary Lou Knisely

Mary Louise Knisely (McMillian) Lo
December 30, 1948 – October 2, 2023

Mary Lou Knisely passed away on October 2, 2023 in Stockton, CA at the age of 74. She was born on December 30, 1948 to Thomas Gerald McMillan and Roberta Mae (Frazee) McMillan in Cleveland, Ohio.

Mary Lou went to Brush High School and was a majorette there. She was a member of the Presentation Church for over 10 years as a greeter and an usher and the part of the Altar Society. Mary Lou was also a member of the Daughters of Isabella, Presentation Seniors Group, Red Hat Hotties and the St. Bernadette’s Ladies Guild.

She is preceded in death by her first husband, Michael Quinn; and her second husband, Malcolm Knisely; and her parents, Thomas G McMillan and Roberta (Frazee) McMillan.

Mary Lou is survived by her children, Brian Quinn (Christie) and Jennifer Wolff; grandchildren, Natilee Quinn, Ashliegh Quinn, Blane Lopez, Evan Wolff, and Rachael Wolff; brother, Thomas McMillan (Patricia); and sister, Patricia Harnois. She is also survived by nieces, Kelly McMillan and Karen Severson (Roye); nephew, James Harnois (Meghan); great nephew, Ari Severson and Ethan Harnois; and great niece, Ashley Harnois.

Vigil services will be held at 5pm on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd., Lodi, CA 95240.

Memorial Mass will be held at 10am on Friday, October 13, 2023 at Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 6715 Leesburg Pl., Stockton, CA 95207.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Transplant Housing Project at cpmc.org/givenow-transplant

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Knisely family.

James Cooper

May 3, 1932 - October 1, 2023

Ken passed away peacefully on October 1st. He attended Lodi High School and graduated in 1950. He met and married his high school sweetheart Katherine Buck and became a father of two daughters, Pam and Roxanne. He was an accomplished sheet metal worker employed with Henderson Brothers and later, for Lodi Heating and Air. He was a very avid athlete, playing such sports as softball, basketball, volleyball and bowling. His absolute passion was in cheering and attending the Oakland Raiders games.

Upon his early retirement, Ken was very active with woodworking and refinishing furniture. In his backyard shop, he worked so diligently on refinishing antique pieces, as well as creating wooden tables, shelving units, toys, cabinets and holiday wares. If you are a family member or friend, you probably have something in your home that he made out of wood. After retirement, he and his wife, Kathie, traveled extensively to various United States locations and Canada, for family reunions.

Ken and Kathie, enjoyed watching their grandchildren play various sports and cheering them on. He was a passionate cheerleader for Tokay High School sports and if you attended a Tokay sporting event, you would soon recognize his presence there, especially if one of his grandchildren were participating.

After seventy years together, Ken was preceded in death by the “love of his life”, Kathie. It was so very common for anyone who knew them, that they could be witnessed walking hand-in-hand. With his health failing, Ken was living at Balance Assisted Living, where he received care. The family would like to thank the Hospice Organization and the Caregivers at Balance for the loving care he received there. He had a very special Caregiver, named Maurine, who was a dedicated friend and helped him in navigating his final years of life.

He leaves behind, with so many memories, his daughters, Pam Konefal (Joe) and Roxanne Oddo (Tony), as well as his grandchildren Nathan, Allison, Kristen and Chris. He also leaves behind several great-grandchildren, Kylee, Logan, Brooklyn, Walker and Jordyn.

Services for Ken are as follows:
Viewing is Thursday October 12, 2023 at Cherokee Memorial from 4:00-7:00 pm.

Graveside Ceremony is Friday October 13, 2023 at 10:00 am at Cherokee Memorial and a celebration of Life is at Zion Lutheran Church 105 S. Ham Lane, Lodi at 11:00am.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Zion Lutheran Church or ProHealth Hospice.

Please sign the guest book at www.lodinews.com/guestbook.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Cooper family.

Jo-Ann Clayborne

September 21, 1946 - September 28, 2023

Jo-Ann Melinda Clayborne, also known as Grandma (meatmaw), passed away on September 28, 2023, at home in Stockton, CA, at the age of 77. She was born on September 21, 1946, in Stockton, CA, to her parents John and Vada Kampe.

Throughout her life, Jo-Ann was known for her kindness and great sense of humor. She had a deep love for her dog Brian, who was always by her side. Jo-Ann enjoyed working in and decorating her yard, as well as indulging in trips to the casino and watching old cowboy movies.

Most of Jo-Ann’s life was dedicated to being a homemaker and supporting her husband’s business as a Secretary/Bookkeeper. She took pride in creating a warm and loving home for her family.

Jo-Ann will be deeply missed by her loved ones. She is Survived by her son, Ron Clayborne Jr., her daughter Christine Libhart, and her granddaughters, Melinda, Kimberly, and Lauren. She also leaves behind her great-grandchildren, Gianna, Aliyus, Andrew, Zachary, Elijah, Freya, and Carter. Additionally, Jo-Ann is survived by her Sister, Joyce Stone, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Jo-Ann is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Ron Clayborne Sr., as well as her parents, John and Vada Kampe. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Gilbert and Kenneth Kampe, and her sister, Jean Bertoni.

The visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 11th, from 3:00pm to 7:30pm, followed by the memorial service on Thursday, October 12th, at 10:00am. Both services will take place at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240. A reception will be held at the home of Ron and Dawn following the service.

Please join us in celebrating the life of Jo-Ann Melinda Clayborne, a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. May her memory live on in our hearts forever.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Clayborne family.

Cheriano Miranda

February 17, 1949 - September 28, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 6:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Thursday, October 5th, 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A Mass will be held at 11:00am on Friday, October 6th, 2023 at St. Anne's Catholic Church  located at 215 W. Walnut St Lodi, CA 95240.  

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Miranda family.

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