Frank Quijalvo

Frank Lao Quijalvo
May 1, 1947 - July 31, 2024

Frank Lao Quijalvo, age 77, was born on May 1, 1947, in Stockton, California to Frank Quijalvo and Miguela Lao Felix and entered into rest on July 31, 2024, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife Barbara Quijalvo, children, Frank Quijalvo Jr. (Kathleen), Theresa Casillas (Harvey), Chris Quijalvo, Daniel Monte (Denny), and Robin Ganious (Richard). His grandchildren, Ryan Quijalvo, Haley Quijalvo, Alyssa Casillas, Cierra Casillas, Joshua Monte, Jessica Mason, Julie Green, Justin Green, and Valarie Gainous were the love of his life, and he was so proud of each one of them. He is also survived by his brothers, Ted Quijalvo, Bert Quijalvo, Richard Felix, Billy Felix, and sisters, Maria Hale, Elaine Drake, and Lisa Patterson. For many years, Frank worked as a mechanic at Tracy Defense and Stanislaus Food Products. His love for the outdoors, fishing, camping, hunting, and golfing was a gift he passed down to his children and grandchildren. He was a distinguished bowler, attaining a perfect score of 300, something that is almost virtually impossible to accomplish, two times. 
He will be deeply missed.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Quijalvo family.

Bradford Smith

BRADFORD WILSON SMITH
October 7, 1946 ~ July 30, 2024

Bradford Wilson Smith was born in Stockton, California October 7th 1946 to James Wilson Smith and Marylyn Shire Smith. He attended Garfield grade School, John Marshall Middle School and graduated with the class of 1964 from Lincoln High School. After graduation he enlisted in the Air Force and trained in the Air Police serving 18 months in Taiwan and 18 months at Hill Air Force Base in Layton, Utah. He met his future wife Cheryl Bateman, while at Hill Air Force base. They were married six months later in 1967. On completing his time in the Air Force he applied to the California Highway Patrol and was accepted to join the class starting in Dec. 1968. On completion of the CHP Academy they moved to Ventura, where Brian was born, then to Lompoc and Santa Maria, where Kristin was born. They moved back to Stockton in 1975 where he worked until he retired in 1989. After retiring for several years he opened “Brad’s Saturday Traffic School”. Then opened his 2nd business, “Brushes & Rollers Painting.”

Brad loved many activities. He enjoyed playing, coaching and sponsoring Softball teams. He enjoyed Racquetball and played weekly up until his death. He also enjoyed boating and fishing. One of his favorite fishing trips was taking his son to Alaska where they fished for Salmon and Halibut. Brad loved to cook at home and was a loved Girls Camp cook for 5 years and he loved it, too. Brad also loved to go on Cruises. He cruised to Alaska, New York, Panama and Mexico. Ogden, Utah was always on the agenda for vacations where he could spend time with his wifes’ family. Brad had a smile that was always filled with love.

Brad was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He & Cheryl, Brian & Kristin were sealed in the Ogden Temple in 1982 and he started serving his Heavenly Father in many different callings, including Sunday School teacher, Ward Clerk, Ward Mission Leader, Elders Quorum President and in the Bishopric. He loved his Savior and served Him.

Brad leaves behind his wife Cheryl, his son Brian Smith (Jenifer Lucero); grandchildren Daxton Stillwell, Taylor Stillwell (Connor Landon), and Travis Smith (Nyssa) and great grandchildren Zakia Cobian, Zaniyah Cobian and Rogan Smith. He was the older brother to Laurie Smith Costello (Tim). He was preceded in death by his parents Jim & Marylyn Smith and daughter Kristin Terlouw.

Private graveside services will be held at a later time.

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Alice McCallie

February 16, 1945 - July 30, 2024

Alice Hazel McCallie, 79, passed away on July 30, 2024.

Alice was born on February 16, 1945, to David and Mabel Cambra in Escalon, CA. She grew-up in Modesto, CA and graduated from Modesto High School in 1963.

In 1968, Alice married the love of her life, Tom McCallie. They would spend the next 53 ½ years together until his passing in December 2021.

Alice retired from San Joaquin General Hospital in July 2008. She enjoyed spending time with family, bowling, and was known to play a game or two of “Pedro.” But Alice lived for the times she spent with her grandchildren, Matthew and Allison. She never missed a school event and was their #1 fan at all their sporting events. She will be deeply missed by her family!

She is survived by her daughter, Melinda (McCallie) DeOliveira; son-in-law, Darin DeOliveira; grandson, Matthew DeOliveira; granddaughter, Allison DeOliveira; and sister, Shirley Castro.

Alice is preceded in death by her husband, Tom McCallie; and her parents, David and Mabel Cambra.

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 5:00pm on Monday, August 12th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

MASS
Mass will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 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 McCallie family.

Elaine DelaCruz

July 11, 1965 - July 28, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 5:30pm on Thursday, August 15th, 2024 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 Friday, August 16th, 2024 at Saint Luke’s Catholic Church, located at 3847 N. Sutter Street, Stockton, CA 95204

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the DelaCruz family.

Kenneth Rueall Colyer

Kenneth Rueall Colyer
March 24, 1946 – July 28, 2024

Kenneth Rueall Colyer was born in San Francisco CA on March 24,1946 to Shirley and Rueall Colyer. He passed away at his home in Stockton CA on the morning of July 28, 2024.

Ken was a wartime veteran, serving in the Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller during the Vietnam War. While in the service he met his loving wife, Jane, in Madison, Wisconsin. He attended Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in Christian Education. Ken taught in the Missouri Synod Lutheran School system for 37 years and would’ve told you that he felt he never worked a day in his life. He cherished the opportunity to shape young lives and loved all the children he served. His first assignment was at West Portal Lutheran in San Francisco, teaching 4th grade. In 1981, he was called to Trinity Lutheran School in Stockton. He fell in love with this community and lived the rest of his life in what he called “the best resort town in California”.  After Trinity, he taught at St. Peter’s Lutheran School in Lodi, retiring in 2011.  Ken loved teaching during the school year, and during the summer was actively involved with the Creekside Cruiser swim team, along with his dear friend Boots Barnes.

Ken was a church going family man who loved his siblings, his mom and dad, his sweet wife Jane, his kids Kristi and Jeff and his grandchildren. He is survived by daughter Kristi Maureen Halva, son-in-law Lance, grandchildren Elizabeth, Jay and Madelyn; son Jeffrey Kenneth Colyer, daughter-in-law Nicole, grandchildren Morgan, Kellen and Chloe; sisters Lynn Baker and Maureen Delosa, and brother Wayne and sister-in-law Frances. And most importantly, his beloved poodle Roxy, a gift from his last class at St Peter’s Lutheran School. He was predeceased by his sweet, loving wife Jane, his bride of 50 years who was the love of his life.

The family would like to thank the community of students, parents, friends, and colleagues for wrapping their arms around their dad and family. When Ken was hospitalized this past April, he received over 100 cards from past students, from all over the world. This is a testament to his dedication and the impact that he made on so many lives. His family is so grateful for this love and support he received in his final days. They rest in the knowledge of his faith and his eternal life in heaven. The bible verse, Matthew 25:23, sums up the memory of their father, “Well Done Good and Faithful Servant.”

Services will be held at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Lodi, Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 2:00pm. A reception to follow. In remembrance of Ken Colyer’s life and love of education, the family asks that charitable donations to be made to St. Peter Lutheran School, 50 S. Lower Sacramento Road, Lodi, CA 95242.

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Walter Fenley

WALTER WAREN FENLEY
1941 - 2024

PINE GROVE-Walter (Walt) Warren Fenley, 83, of 21371 Aqueduct Circle, died peacefully at his home at 12:30 P.M. on July 25, 2024. Born May 20, 1941 in Stockton, CA to Woodrow Wilson Fenley and Mary Louise (Roby) Fenley, he married Patti Dianne (Meyers) on July 5, 1969 in Stockton, CA. Surviving are his wife Patti Fenley; son, Walter Todd (Nichole) Fenley; grandson, Jack Alexander Fenley; granddaughter, Emily Monet Fenley; sister, Susan Miller Fenley (Mike Kraft); nephew Doug (Milagros) McArthur; nephew Jason (Dawna) McArthur; niece, Nancy (McArthur)(Robert) Wyman; niece Penny McArthur; niece, Becky (Jimmy) Dean; niece, Kim (Bobby) Reed; 12 great nieces and nephews; and three great-great nephews. Walt was preceded in death by his parents and three sisters, Milli (Doug) McArthur; Cathy Reno and Jacquie (Art) Corona.

Walt graduated from Linden High School in 1959 where he was a star athlete and attended Delta College. Walt was a Journeyman electrician working and eventually retiring as a commercial electrician after 49 years. He was in the National Guard from 1963-1969. He worked at John Manville Co., Frito Lay, Simpson Paper and Diamond Dog and Cat Food plant.

Walt was an avid fisherman and hunter who enjoyed travel and supporting his family and friends. He remained active after retirement when he and Patti moved to Pine Grove, chopping wood until 2021. Known as Papa to his grandchildren, Walt will be missed by family and friends.

A private burial will take place at Lodi Cherokee Memorial.

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Susan Belisario

August 21, 1964 - July 24, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm on Monday, August 5th, 2024 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 Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Velma Rice

August 6, 1935 - July 23, 2024

Velma Jean Rice was born to Horace and Lillie Gilstrap on August 6, 1935 in Olkmogee Oklahoma.  She had 11 siblings; two boys who passed very young.  1 brother and 8 sisters who preceded her in death.  Donald Gilstrap, Jean Wilson, Marie Harris, Bonnie Foster, Margaret Lloyd, Ellen Harrison,Judy Slover, and Ethyl McLain.  

Velma married Lesley Earl Rice and raised a bunch of kids.  Danny rice, Carol Murphy, Vicky Casey, Susan peoples, Leslie Tate(Tuti), Kay Leslie, Lisa Garma, Michael Jones. Danny, Vicky, and Carol preceded Velma in death.  After Lesley passed in 1990, Velma raised two more children Travis nichols and Joshua Robertson with the help of her daughters.  

Velma had a total of 16 grandchildren; Chris, Gina, Marissa, Nicholas, Josh, Daniel, Matthew, Chris, Joseph, Benjamin, Jennifer, Angie, Jamie,Julie Travis, and Josh. and 13 great grandchildren.  Grandmas house was the place to be, playing with the cousins or hanging out with grandma.  We always had a glass of sweet tea and a hug to brighten our day. 

Velma loved her family very much and getting together was what she wanted to do every holiday.  Velma was willing to help out anyone who needed it, she didn’t like anyone hungry.  

We all will miss her terribly. 

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 12:00pm - 8:00pm on Sunday, August 4th, 2024 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, August 5th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. A reception will follow at the J. Charles Irwin Reception Center, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

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George John Mifsud

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August 10, 1943 - July 22, 2024

George John Mifsud, 80, of Linden, CA, passed away on July 22, 2024. Born on August 10, 1943, in San Francisco, he was the beloved son of Maltese immigrant parents Angelo Mifsud and Mary Calleja Mifsud.

George's life was marked by his devotion to his family, his faith, and his community. He served in the US Army and was deployed to Vietnam in 1967. On May 31,1969, George married Joan Elizabeth Mansell. They eventually had a son and a daughter and built a loving family over the next 55 years. 

George was an entrepreneur who owned and operated George Mifsud Trucking for over 20 years, a business he built from the ground up and loved seeing grow over time. He was a devoted member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and a longstanding member of the Linden Lions Club, where he cherished both the philanthropic work they did and the many friendships he formed over the years.

George's greatest joy in life was his four grandchildren, whom he adored and considered his “greatest achievement”.  He also found immense pleasure in meticulous gardening, reading and took pride in his many woodworking projects along with other endeavors that involved building and creating.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Mifsud, their children, Christian and ShaNee Mifsud of Stockton, CA, and Ginelle Mifsud Daugherty of Fresno, CA, and his four grandchildren, Anastasia Mifsud, Rocco Mifsud, Hudson Daugherty, and Finn Daugherty. He is also survived by his five older sisters, Jenny Flood, Nan Mifsud, Lucy Romer, Rita Sinclair, and Maryann Mifsud, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

George was preceded in death by his parents Angelo and Mary Mifsud and two brothers Joseph and Edward Mifsud.

SERVICE

A rosary and funeral mass will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Linden on August 12, 2024, at 10:30 am.  Following the service, a reception will be held at the Linden Lions Banquet Hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in his name to Hospice of San Joaquin.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Mifsud family.

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