Cherokee Memorial Services & Obituaries — Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home

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David Meagher

October 31, 1957 - April 29, 2020

David George Meagher died on April 29, 2020 after a long illness in Sacramento California. David was born on October 31, 1957 in Loma Linda, California and was raised in a loving, Christian home, the son of David Albert and Frances Meagher, both of whom predeceased him. David is survived by his sister Cheri Uher and her husband Joel Uher of Wilton, California and his niece Kimberly Ann Uher, serving with the United States Army at Fort Carson, Colorado. David acquired a strong faith in Jesus Christ from an early age and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biblical Minstries. Although he had mental challenges David was a faithful witness for the Lord to all those who knew David. David was a
member of the Galt United Methodist Church where he recently recommitted his love for Jesus Christ by being re-baptized by Pastor Joe Carmichael.

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Alide Popuch

October 14, 1926 - April 28, 2020

At home, surrounded by her children and grandchildren, Alide Popuch left this earth on April 28, 2020 to be happily reunited in Heaven with her husband of 66 years, John Popuch. Alide was born in Ukraine on October 14, 1926 to Johann and Eugenie Springer. She is survived by her five children, Erika Popuch, Millie James (Philip), Wil Popuch, John Popuch (Sarah), and Sandy Montoya (Tony); her grandchildren, Jenny Polhemus (Paul), Elyce Popuch, Jonathan Popuch, Kristi VanFleet (Matt), and Nicole Popuch; and her great grandchildren, Natalie and Grace Polhemus, Lucas VanFleet, and Lucas Popuch. In addition to her husband John Popuch, she will be greeted in heaven by her granddaughter, Lisa Johnson, and her great-granddaughter, Daphne Lopes. Alide had two brothers and one sister who died as children. She had an older sister, Hilda that she was very close with. She is also survived by her nephews John Allert, Zeke Allert, Fred Allert, and her niece Linda Reynolds.

John and Alide came to the US in 1952 from Germany with their 3 year old daughter and Alide's mother after surviving extreme hardships in Eastern Europe, caught in the conflict of World War II. Eventually, they settled in Stockton. Alide's family along with her sister Hilda's family lived together. At one time, there were 11 of them in one home. In 1955, they were able to purchase their first home together.

Alide spent many years working for Dr. Macario and Verdella Bautista and their son Joe. They became lifelong friends and their families enjoyed summer vacations together in Lake Tahoe along with Bob and Betty Croce and their children. This was a tradition Alide looked forward to every year. This is where she developed her love of playing cards which she passed on to her grandchildren.

John and Alide belonged to the Lodi Moose Lodge, Hermann Sons, the Dakota Club, and the Over 50 Club. She attended Zion Lutheran Church in Stockton where she had many wonderful friends.
In 1994, along with John, she was overjoyed to meet her sister-in-law, Senka, that they had not seen in over 40 years. They were able to meet their nieces, Anna, Gloria, Marika and two nephews living in Boston.
Alide enjoyed baking her German specialties kuchen, Easter paska, along with cooking bierocks, vareniky, borscht and many other German dishes.

Alide will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Visitation will be held at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way in Lodi, on Tuesday, May 5th from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Graveside services will be held at Cherokee Cemetery, 14165 N. Beckman Road in Lodi, on May 6th, at 2:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Avenue in Stockton or Zion Lutheran Church, 808 W. Porter Way in Stockton.

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Kenneth Bansmer

March 22, 1921 - April 27, 2020

Ken Bansmer died peacefully at the age of 99, after a long, healthy life. Ken grew up in Lodi, and lived his adult life in Stockton. He was one of the initial owners in Lincoln Village, living for over 50 years on Rutledge Way, where he and his beloved wife Dottie raised their three children. His proudest moments were his years as a pilot in World War II, leaving memories that remained important to him all of his life. His career was as claims representative for Farmer's Insurance, mainly handling malpractice claims. He was always very organized, managing every detail with great care, to the penny! He will be remembered for his old-fashioned values of courtesy, responsibility, and frugality. For many years he was an avid golfer, enjoying Elkhorn. He was a charter member of Lincoln Presbyterian Church. When Dottie became ill, he was her devoted caretaker for years, allowing her to remain in their home. After her death he moved to O'Connor Woods. There, with his dear friend Anne, he met many new friends and enjoyed wine nights and other social events.

He is survived by his son Bob Bansmer and wife Phyllis; his loving companion of 17 years, Anne Allen; grandchildren, Eric Bansmer (Erica), Rachelle Emery, Lindsay Murad (Josh), Adam Bansmer (Katie), Bill Mumbert, and Michael Mumbert (Christine); and 13 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife Dottie Bansmer; daughter, Cheryl Douglas; son, Richard Bansmer; sisters, and brother.

The family will honor him at a later time.

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Jimmie Quinones Jr.

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October 22, 1958 - April 27, 2020

Jimmie Quinones Jr. of Stockton. Ca, age 61, who was born to Jimmie P Quinones Sr. and Mary Medel Quinones. was united with God again on Monday April 27th, 2020. He was an Alum of Stagg High School and served the community through food service at a local supermarket for 35 long years. For the past year he was able to dial back and finally enjoy the good life alongside his wife Linda. Jimmie is survived by his two children Jimmie Quinones lll  and Paul Quinones with a total of 7 grandchildren along with 4 siblings Linda Quinones, Teresa Alfaro, Joseph Quinones and Lisa Jacquez .All of whom he loved dearly. He was the kind of guy that could be a friend to anyone, always bringing happiness to others and lightening hearts with cheerful laughter. He will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.

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Catherine Juano

April 24, 1938 - April 26, 2020

Catherine Fidel Juano, a resident of the Morada area, died Sunday the 26th of April. She was born in 1938 in Santa Maria, California to Miguel Lopez and Erlinda Mallorga-Lopez. While attending San Joaquin Delta College she met the love of her life, Tom Juano her husband of 37 years. She was a very hard worker. She owned and managed the Delta Deli and Restaurant at the Don Quick / Marina Market. She later worked in the membership department at Costco for 11 years until she retired. While working she also managed the family's rental houses for over 40 years. Catherine loved good food and having large family gatherings at her home during the holidays. Christmas was her favorite holiday. She loved a large Christmas tree and decorating the whole house. She was an amazing cook, relished cooking for the family, sitting around the dinner table enjoying the food, and having a great time. She cherished our family traditions of turkey tacos after Thanksgiving, crafting Christmas ornaments, making tamales, and many others. Catherine loved spending time with her cousins at the Mariachi concerts in Las Vegas or Reno with her cousin Cata, who was like a sister. She enjoyed her Jackson trips with her sister-in-law Louise Castoe and her luncheons with her grammar school "Cronies". She liked spending the evenings knitting and doing needle point. She was an avid reader of crime novels. Catherine loved living in Morada. She enjoyed spending time in her backyard reading, and taking naps in the hammock. Catherine was a wonderful mother to her 4 children; Tara Juano, Terrence Juano, Derric Juano, and preceded in death by Tisa Juano. She loved her 2 grandchildren Terra Juano and Christopher Juano.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95204.

The funeral service will be attended by immediate family only due to the Coronavirus restrictions. A celebration of life will be at a later date.

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