Dod Pen

March 09, 1950 - November 30, 2020

VISITATION

The visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Monday December 14, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A memorial service will be held at 1:00p, on Tuesday December 15, 2020 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 Pen family.

Jessie Hannay

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Stockton native Jessie G. Hannay passed away at home on November 28, 2020, two months after her 100th birthday.

Jessie was born and raised in Stockton, where she received a BA in Education from College of the Pacific and embarked upon a career as an elementary school teacher.  She later earned a Master’s Degree in Education from Columbia University and taught in both San Francisco and Daly City.  At her home at Plymouth Square in Stockton, Jessie (a life-long Methodist) enjoyed playing the piano for religious services.  Jessie was a big fan of pets, especially cats.  She had pets almost all her life, and her cat “Dickens” was instrumental in encouraging Jessie to recover from illness several years ago.  Jessie was the much beloved Best Aunt Ever to her five nieces, who certainly knew how lucky they were to have her.  She (all by herself) even braved taking all five of them to Disneyland when they were young children.  What aunt would take that on!  Jessie was recently honored when her great-grandnephew was named after her: Lucas Jesse McCray.  Jessie couldn’t have been prouder.  She was an absolutely wonderful woman who was cherished by many!  She will be missed.

Jessie is survived by her five nieces Kathryn Hannay (husband Tom McCray), Adriane Antonelli (husband Robert), Dustyn, Anne Cammack (husband Michael) and Alison Grey (husband Roger), as well as by her 7 great- and great-grand nieces and nephews. 

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Hannay Family.

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Renee Robbins

December 14 1923 - November 26, 2020

Resting in the arms of her beloved husband and reunited with her parents, finally at peace in Heaven with her Lord.

Renee Phillips Robbins, age 96 passed away in Stockton, CA on November 26th after a lengthy illness.

Born in Watsonville, CA to Bradley and Fannie Phillips on December 14, 1923. Renee lived in Watsonville the first five years of her life before the family moved to Eugene, Oregon where they resided for seven years. The family returned to California and resided in Santa Cruz. Renee graduated from Branciforte Junior High School and Santa Cruz High School In 1941. During World War II Renee worked for 'Navy Supply Annex" in Stockton. She considered a high point in her life, the birth of her children, Philip Bradley and Kathy Diane.

In 1952, she began a career in the travel business as a ticket agent for United Airlines in Fresno, CA. She later was employed as a travel agent by several travel agencies. Renee became interested in flying and was able to take lessons. She was thrilled to share with family and friends that she had completed a solo flight in a Beechcraft Bonanza Airplane in 1960.

Renee joined the Peace Corp in 1971 where she taught English to preschool children in Sigatoka, Fiji as a volunteer. She described this time in her life as 'a wonderful, heartwarming experience. In 1976 Renee was able to purchase a travel agency in Auburn, CA. She named the Agency "Renee Travel". She enjoyed developing her own agency. She also wrote a travel column in the local newspaper. Renee met and then married the love of her life Curtis Reed Robbins in 1985. They enjoyed many wonderful years together full of family gatherings and travel. Reed passed away August 7, 2016. We would like to express appreciation to Michael Steed, grandson for his loving care and kindness toward Renee during the last four years since Reed's passing. These were very difficult years.

Renee is survived by her sister; Betty Appleby of Fresno; children; Philip Steed (Alexis) of Little River; Kathy Finney (Barrett) of Stockton; four grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and four step nieces; Page Robbins, Catherine Robbins, Marsha Robbins and Marya Bell. There will be no Memorial Service in compliance with current Public Health Regulations.

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Joseph Weathington

December 26, 1937 - November 26, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Monday December 14, 2020 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

The memorial service will be held at 12:30pm at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, located at 5810 Midway Road, Dixon CA, 95620.

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Jose Fonseca

March 19, 1960 - November 26, 2020

Jose G. Fonseca was born in Redwood City, California. He was the youngest of five children born to Jesus and Maria Dolores Fonseca. The family moved to Stockton in 1973 and then to Acampo in 1991 where he lived until his passing at age 60. He was preceded in death by his loving parents;  he is survived by his son, Christopher Pratt of Leavenworth, Wa., and siblings, Maria Fonseca-Cole (John) of Redwood City, Ca., Jess Fonseca of Minden Nv., Teresa Fonseca-Schmidt (Dennis) of Galt, Ca., and Luis Fonseca of Acampo, Ca.

His dream was always to live in the country and that dream was realized in 1991. He loved working outdoors with his hands,  fixing small machines, equipment, and vehicles. He also enjoyed  carving wood, drawing, word puzzles, helping his neighbors, and watching classic movies. We recently nicknamed him "show tunes" for his tendency to hum tunes from those classics he loved to watch.

The highlight of Jose's year was deer season hunting trips with brothers, Jess and Luie and cousins, Joseph and Carlos. Yearly deer season hunting  trips is a tradition started by his dad, Jesus, in the early 1960's ; as each son got old enough for gun safety and hunting license classes, the initiation into the sport of deer hunting began.  Over the years, the group of "hunters" grew to include Jose's son, Chris, and other "good time loving" relatives and friends. We knew they all had a great time but they would never admit to exactly what that  "great time" was.  We can only imagine and Jose for one, kept their secrets.

Jose loved his family, family parties, and mariachi music. He loved his nieces, nephews, and great nephews alike, but, he had a special place in his heart for his nieces Candida, Christina, Gabriela, Maria, Marian, and Emma.  A true lover of the outdoors, he was pleased that his family loved camping and fishing. In June 2019, he was able to attend a family campout and what fun it was to have him with us. While the rest of us would show Jose pictures of trout we caught on other trips which he would look at rather skeptically (in a loving way of course), it was the pictures that Marian shared of her hunts that really caught his attention.  

Just as Jose loved his family, his family loved him.  He was funny and made us laugh and smile, but more than that, he was generous, caring, a good listener, and a beloved son, father, and brother. We can't put into words how much he will be missed by us all. Jose bravely faced his health issues over the last three years. We almost lost him last December but the good Lord decided to bless us with a miracle and leave him in our care for almost another year. What an incredible gift to have been given that opportunity.

Thank you Luie, for having cared for Jose every day with love and a sense of humor that lightened his spirit. You and Jose shared a bond that cannot be broken even though he is no longer physically with us. He loved you as you will always love him. Thank you to Dr. Victor Rodriguez and the UCD Medical Center CTICU staff for the selfless, tireless, exceptional, and compassionate care provided to Jose.

Jose, hermanito, may you rest in peace with our Lord Jesus Christ. We love you.

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Tuesday December 08, 2020 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

A graveside service will follow at 12:30pm on Tuesday December 08, 2020 Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Robert Ray Owens

July 28, 1933 - November 25, 2020

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It is with great sadness to announce the passing of our Dad-Gramps-Papa, our Pops Robert Ray Owens. He left us here on earth November 25th to be reunited with the Love of his life..his Mamie.

SERVICES:

Viewing will be held on Tuesday December 8th, 2020 from 9:00am-12:00pm at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way Lodi Ca.

Memorial Service will follow at 1:00 at Cherokee Memorial Park

Dante Mercado

September 18, 1938 - November 24, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 1:00pm - 4:-00pm on Wednesday December 09, 2020 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. And then again from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on Thursday December 10, 2020 also at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE

The memorial service will be held at 11:00am at Cherokee Memorial Park, at the Garden of Grace located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Bachana Singh

June 07, 1944 - November 24, 2020

VISITATION

A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 12:00pm on Saturday December 05, 2020 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home located at 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

Prayer: 1:00-2:30pm Garden of Grace 14165 N. Beckman Way Cremation: 2:30 PM Final Prayer: 2:30- 5:30pm Sikh Temple of Lodi Deshmesh Darbar 12098 West Ln. Lodi

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Lani Leberman

January 16, 1941 - November 23, 2020

Lani Leberman passed away Monday, November 23, 2020. Lani loved her husband Charles (Charlie) Leberman, her family, friends and her personal savior Jesus Christ. Lani was a spirit filled believer who had a positive impact on every person she met. She welcomed every opportunity to make a new friend. Lani is survived by her loving husband Charles Leberman of 25 years, her sister Marcy Beckwith, her husband Gary Beckwith, her daughter Kim Geiger, her husband Greg Geiger, Darrel Lawrence, his wife Paula Lawrence, her niece Tammie Murrell, Heather Littleton, her husband Steve Littleton and her grandchildren, Joel Olivas, Claudette Renault, her husband Matt Renault, Emma Lawrence, Claire Lawrence, Robert Felton, Ian Scottorosano, Ava Scottorosano, and great granddaughters Jocelyn Olivas and Bailey Renault. Lani will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

SERVICE

A graveside service will be held Friday, November 4, 2020 at 11:00am, at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

Donations made in memory of Lani can be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 808 Porter Ave., Stockton, CA 95207.

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John Berlin

June 09, 1941 - November 22, 2020

John Nicholas "Nick" Berlin was born June 9, 1941 in Hallock, MN to Anthony Berlin M.D., and Mildred Finney Berlin, he went to be with the Lord on November 22, 2020. While growing up in Minnesota, Nick had a love of playing ice hockey, football and other outdoor sports. He moved to Southern California at the age of 15 with his family and attended Matter Dei High School where he played football and was part of their C.I.S. championship team. He received his undergraduate degree from the Seattle University, attended University of the Pacific where he received his teaching credentials and subsequently earned a master's degree in education from Chapman University. Most dear to his career was his 35 years of service at Hamilton Middle School where he taught science for many years until the advent of the personal computer. His interest in computing and desire to educate students on new technologies allowed him the opportunity to conceptualize, develop and lead the computer science program at Hamilton for many years. Furthermore, Nick was honored to be part of the team who designed, implemented and led the Magnet programs at Hamilton including the Performing Arts and the Pre-International Baccalaureate programs which had positive, lasting effects on many students throughout the years. Nick also enjoyed being active in the Calif. Retired Teachers Association where he held various leadership positions and was an active member of the First Congregational Church in Stockton.

He will be deeply missed by the love of his life, his wife of 53 years, Joyce, his children, grandchildren and all those whom came to know and love him as a teacher, colleague, mentor and friend. The family wishes to thank everyone for the love and support shown. Memorial service pending.

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Robert Pollock Hartzell

April 16, 1934 - November 21, 2020

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Robert Pollock Hartzell (86) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on November 21, 2020.

Born April 16, 1934 in San Rafael, California, Bob began his university studies at UC Berkley. He was one of the original “Twinkling Tubas” in the Cal Marching Band. Bob transferred to UC Davis graduating with a B.S. in Plant Sciences. He was a brother in the fraternity of Sigma Alpha Epsilon.

Following a stint in the U.S. Army, Bob worked as an agronomist for Tillie Lewis Foods in Stockton where he helped to introduce Roma tomatoes to the U.S. market as well as moving tomato harvesting from hand-picked to a mechanized harvest. Under Governor Ronald Reagan, he served as Deputy Director of the Department of Food and Agriculture for the state of California. Following that post, Bob worked with the Iran-California Farming Company to develop desert lands for growing crops for the European market, and in Indonesia developing palm oil production. Bringing his professional life back to U.S. soil, he was co-owner of the  Murphy’s Historic Hotel in the foothills of California where he led the restoration efforts for the historic property. For 18 years, Bob served as Executive Director of the California Association of Wine Grape Growers (CAWG) working tirelessly to promote the wines of California receiving recognition from the United States House of Representatives for his contributions to the wine industry.

One of Bob’s personal passions was music, and he was an accomplished pianist and organist. In addition to these instruments, he also played the bass fiddle in the Stockton Symphony Orchestra.  He was instrumental in the restoration and installation of the theater pipe organ in the Bob Hope Theater in Stockton as well as the theater pipe organ at Ironstone Vineyards. Bob fulfilled his dream of combining agriculture, wine, and pipe organ music when he purchased the 2/11 Robert Morton Theater Pipe Organ that was originally installed in San Francisco’s Castro Theatre in 1987, followed by the vineyard property on which he built the complex which would house the organ. The culmination of this dream was co-founding Harmony Wynelands with his wife Linda. He loved to entertain family, friends, and visitors by playing requests on the pipe organ.

Just a few of Bob’s significant professional and personal distinctions are The Award of Distinction from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Science at UC Davis (1998), the Stockton Arts Commission Service Award (2013), the Fox Bob Hope Theatre Meritorious Service Award (2006), Lodi District Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness Person of the Year (1997). His great love of his community led to serving on many boards and committees including The San Joaquin Historical Society, The International Order of the Knights of the Vine (Founding Member-Lodi Chapter), Rotary International, the Order of the Masonic Lodge.

He will be remembered by his wife, Linda; by his children Dana Day, Julia Saenz, and Mark(Susan); by his stepchildren Shaun MacKay, Melinda (Will)Browning; grandchildren Aimee Bangoura, Alana Clark, Brynna Day, Nicole Saenz, Savannah Saenz, William Hartzell, Haylee Hartzell, Harrison Browning, and  Hugh Browning, and five great grandchldren;  Sister, Mary Sue (Lt. Col. Thomas J) Wham, and nephews Robert H Wham and Thomas B Wham.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Meredith Pollock Hartzell; his father, Oliver R. Hartzell; his brother John Oliver Hartzell, and his nephew John Eric Wham.

Memorial Services are private.  Donations can be made to Butterflfy Auxilliary-Hospice of San Joaquin (3888 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95204), Friends of the Fox (242 E. Main Street Stockton, CA 95202) or the Lodi Rotary Club Foundation PO Box 821 Lodi, CA 9241).

Arthur Woodruff

December 6, 1939 - November 21, 2020

Art passed away on Saturday November 21, 2020 at home where he wanted to be surrounded by his family after being in hospital/rehab for over 2 weeks.

He is survived by his wife Ann of 53 years; son, Kelly (Laura); daughter, Dawn (Tom) Verstl; mother, Ernestine age 105; sister, Patty (Kris) van Dyk; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandkids.

Art worked for Pac Bell for 34 ½ years retiring in 1995. He worked PT at Lodi Golf Center, then as a PT custodian at Lockeford and Clements School. He also was a gym supervisor for Sparks Volleyball and VCC basketball at Vinewood Community Church gymnasium.

Art, as well as his family, loved camping and waterskiing. The family always had a boat and was either at New Hogan or the Delta. He taught his kids to waterski along with many others. He will always be remembered as skiing backwards on the ski he made in high school. Many years later when mentioning his backward skiing people would say … "I saw you at the Delta skiing backwards!"

A memorial service will be at Vinewood Community Church at a later date. Donations can be made to Vinewood Community Church or Hospice of San Joaquin.

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