Patricia F. (Huddleston) Young

Patricia F. (Huddleston) Young Patricia F. (Huddleston) young passed away on May 17, 2015 after a long and courageous battle with cancer at the age of 79.
Patricia was born on March 24, 1936 in Butler, Oklahoma.  As an infant, she moved to California with her parents Seldon and Dorothy Huddleston.  She was one of four siblings and attended schools in Westwood and Paradise, CA.  She graduated from Chico High School in 1954 and later became a licensed cosmetologist for over forty years. After studying with Vidal Sassoon in London in 1965, she owned and operated several full service salons in Tuolumne County and Stockton.
Patricia had many interests including gardening, genealogy and traveling, but her greatest passion was for her family.  She was a caregiver and always a champion for those in need.  She was an advocate for children and adults with special needs for over 47 years. Patricia belonged to the first parent support group at Walton Development Center and served on the board of directors at ARC and The Hanot Foundation.  She also volunteered for many years as a counselor for Saint Andrew's Good Shepherd Summer Retreats in Lake Tahoe and Special Olympics.  Her fund raising efforts for The Hanot Foundation of Lockeford California are countless.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Wesley Young, her daughter Julia Armstrong Eck (Carl), her son Jarrod Young and her son Jon Young.  Her grandson Jordan Eck (Karli), her granddaughter Holland Weaver (Drew), her granddaughter Mariah Armstrong, her grandson Joseph Young and her granddaughter Isabela Young.  She is survived by three great-grandchildren Madison Eck, Averie Eck and Max Weaver.  She was a beloved aunt to her many nieces and nephews.
Patricia is predeceased by her father Seldon Huddleston, her mother Dorothy (Raimer) Huddleston, her sister Julia (Huddleston) Hill, her brothers Gary and Wayne Huddleston and her son Edward Jordan Armstrong.
In Memory of Patricia's kind, generous, and determined spirit, donations can be made to The Hanot Foundation, P.O. Box 950, Lockeford, CA 95237, and Hospice of San Joaquin.
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SERVICES
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Harry Jacob Wagner

Harry Jacob WagnerHarry died peacefully on May 16, 2015 at his home in Linden surrounded by family. He is preceded in death by his daughter Judith Wagner Bush, his mother, Christina, and his father Jacob, his five brothers, and four sisters. Harry lived a life that was rich in family, friends, and community.Born on February 16, 1921 in North Dakota, Harry moved to California as a young man. He served his country during World War II, in the U.S. Navy. He and his wife along with their two children, Judy and Jim moved from Lodi to Linden in 1950 to begin a life of farming. He had many successes in this area growing a variety of both row crops and orchard crops and was named to the San Joaquin County Ag Hall of Fame in 1998. He served on the San Joaquin Cherry Growers and Industry as President and was “Cherryman of the Year” in 1981. He was longtime member of the San Joaquin County Farm Bureau, the San Joaquin Farm and Production Association, and was a fifteen year board member for Federal Land Bank (now Ag Credit). In the early 1980’s he began a commercial apple packing business and many people over the years were able to enjoy the “Wagner’s Delight” label. Beyond the love of land and farming, Harry’s biggest contributions lie in his dedication to community organizations and service. He was a longtime member of the Linden Lions Club, holding numerous positions including director over the years. He was honored for his service to the organization in 1979 receiving the Linden Lions Citizen’s Achievement Award and again for the Melvin Jones Fellow Award. He also took great pride in his 51 year membership in the Valley Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons #135, serving as a Past Master (several times). In 1992, he received the organization’s highest honor, the Hiram Award, for his dedication and service. He was also named Mason of the Year in 1998 by the Scottish Rite Bodies of Stockton. He was very involved in the Linden–Peters Chamber of Commerce serving as its president. His biggest accomplishment during his presidency was the placement of the two signs coming into town listing the names of the many organizations active in the Linden community. He also helped to organize and grow the Linden Cherry Festival and Parade, its Cherry Queen contest, as well as being Santa Claus for the tree lighting for over 10 years. Harry was very involved with the Order of the Eastern Star and worked with the youth organization Linden Rainbow for Girls. He served as a Worthy Patron of Eastern Star and was the State Rainbow Dad for the International Order of Rainbow for Girls in 1994. All of these organizations allowed Harry to be a part of many fundraisers and community service projects that served the people of Linden directly including the Ambulance for Linden project for which he even offered to pay for the gas for the first year of service. Through these many activities and participation it was evident just how much Harry cared for his family, friends, and his neighbors in the Linden Community.

He was highly respected by those who knew him for his integrity, honesty, loyalty, and a genuine concern for the welfare of others. His family and friends have truly benefitted and have been so fortunate to have had such an amazing model of humanity at its best.

Harry is survived by his wife of almost 72 years Alma, his son Jim and daughter-in-law Frances, his granddaughters, Dayna (Jason) Wagner-Loeliger and Jamie (Rick) Francis, his great Grandchildren Ethan and Paige, his caregiver Jimmy Perez, and many nephews and nieces.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Linden Methodist Church, P.O. Box 693 Linden,CA 95236 or your favorite charity.

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VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 22, 2015 from 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. at Linden United Methodist Church, 19147 CA-26, Linden, CA 95236.

SERVICES

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 22, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Linden United Methodist Church, 19147 CA-26, Linden, CA 95236, immediately following the visitation.

INTERMENT

Interment will be private.

Tranquilina Boron

Tranquilina BoronTranquilina (Lina) Boron  was born on December 23, 1926 and passed away on May 6, 2015, in Stockton, CA, at the age of 88. She is survived by her husband, Alfredo Boron; children: Mimo, Fely, Lydia, Virgie, Alfredo Jr., Philip, Viola, Febe, Henry, and Johnette. Lina was a mother of 12 children (two who preceded her in death), a grandmother of 27 grandchildren, and a great grandmother of 13 great-grandchildren. She loved Jesus, her family, playing scrabble, watching game shows, and tending to gardens. She will forever be loved and remembered as an awesome woman of God with a huge heart and a great blessing to others.

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VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2015, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

A Memorial (Celebration of Life) Service will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2015, at 6:00 PM at Stockton Community Church, 1136 S Center Street, Stockton, CA 95206.

A Funeral Service will be held on May 15, 2015, at 11:00 AM at Chapel Of Flowers at Cherokee Memorial Park ,Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240

Hector V. Aguirre

Hector V. AguirreHector V. Aguirre Age 83, Died peacefully Tuesday May 12th, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada.Mr. Aguirre was born in Calexico, CA. September 14,1931, worked over three decades as a Longshoreman for Local 54 ILWU having retired 22 years ago in 1993. Survived by: Daughters Adela Vega from Stockton , CA, Margarita Ortiz from Santa Rosa, CA , Elsa Gomez from Arizona Grandchildren: Elisa Hayes (Ian) from Las Vegas, NV and 10 other grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Proceeded in Death by: (wife) Edubijes Aguirre (son) Jose Aguirre.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Graveside Memorial Service will be held in his honor on Friday, May 22, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane ,Lodi, CA 95240. Family and friends are encouraged to attend.

Refugio "Joe" Aguilar

Refugio AguilarRefugio “Joe” Aguilar went to be with the Lord on May 10, 2015 in Stockton, CA at the age of 75.Joe is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years Lorraine “Aggie Aguilar, two children, Joe Aguilar, Kellie Piombo, son-in-law Joe Piombo; three grandchildren Joey Piombo & wife Katie Piombo, Corena Aguilar, John Piombo; two great-grandchildren Kaleah Piombo and Joey Piombo Jr.; Sisters Consuelo Aguilar Leyva, Sarah Aguilar Sarcos, Cecelia Aguilar, and many beloved nieces and nephews. Joe was born on September 18, 1939 in Sacramento, CA to Parents Refugio Recobo Aguilar of Mexico and Rebecca Romero of Colorado. He graduated from Edison High School in 1958. Served in the US Army Reserves until 1964. Retired from Stockton Chrome Plating retired with over 30 years of service. Staying retired was not in Joe’s nature in 2002 he joined the Chase Chevrolet team whom he cherished deeply. Joe leaves a legacy of service to his community and a long list of involvement, through his love of baseball as a player and coach. Played for Edison High School, Stockton College Colts and the Connie Mack League.  Twenty five years involvement in the Cal-Mex League as player, coach and served as president of the Board of Directors and in 1984 became Commission of the League. In 1970 with the help of others started the Cal-Mex Softball Tournament and coached women’s softball for 17 years, The Pi-nays. Joe was instrumental in the start of the Stockton Pop Warner Youth Tackle Football and coached South Stockton Vikings and the North Stockton Bengal. He also made an impact in Little League when he coached in the Canal Babe Ruth League in 1974 and took his team to play in Hawaii. For his love and service to building a better tomorrow for our youth through sports, Joe was honored by the African–American Athletes Hall of Fame in 2009 with the Coach Washington’s Service to Community Award, and in 2006 was inducted into the Stockton Mexican Sports Hall of Fame.  His greatest Legacy he leaves is his faith in God and love for family. Joe will be missed by his beloved family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Quail Lakes Baptist Church.

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VISITATION

Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 19, 2015, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Quail Lakes Baptist Church, 1904 Quail Lakes Dr., Stockton, CA 95207

SERVICES

Funeral Service  will be held on Tuesday May 19, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Quail Lakes Baptist Church, 1904 Quail Lakes Dr., Stockton, CA 95207. Friends and Family are also invited to attend the reception following the service, also at the Church.

INTERMENT

Final Committal will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240

 

Ralph "Sonnie" Everett Gibson Jr.

Ralph "Sonnie" Everett Gibson Jr. went to his final resting place on Saturday, May 9, 2015, at the age of 73.  He joins his wife, Marilyn Gibson and two sons; Ralph E. Gibson III and Mark Gibson. Ralph is survived by his daughter, Shelli Gibson, granddaughters Brooke Baltzer and Payton Young, and  great-grandson Brendan Baltzer "his cowboy".

His brother Dennis Gibson and his family played a major role in Ralph's life, always making sure he was well taken care of.

Ralph worked running a snack bar at a local Christian school, up until he became ill and was placed in a hospital April, 2015.  Ralph enjoyed caring for his many rose plants he grew for his wife of 53 years.

The family requests your thoughts and prayers during this time.

Those wishing to send best wishes may send an E-Mail to the family at:    Tribute2MrG@hotmail.com

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SERVICES

A private family memorial was held in honor of Ralph.

Peter (Pete) Fulton Woods

Peter Fulton WoodsPete Woods, 82, lost his battle with cancer on May 2, 2015. He was born on April 22, 1933 in Los Angeles, California. He married Katherine (Kathy) Stevens on October 5, 1963 and had two sons, Greg and Steve. Kathy preceded Pete in death in August of 2003, shortly before their 40th wedding anniversary.

Pete was part owner of Delta Welding and spent his career in the industrial gas and welding industry. He retired from Airgas after a long and successful career in 1997. Pete loved the S.F. Giants and attended many games each season and spring training. He was very much into his classic cars and was a member, and past president, of the American Steel Car Club in Lodi.

He is survived by Greg Woods and wife, Melinda of Oregon and Steve Woods and wife, Denise of Lodi. He is also survived by the loves of his life, his grandchildren: Courtney, Morgan, Brandon, and Mitchell. He is also survived by his companion, Martha (Marty) Duplichan who we love and appreciate very much. Pete and Marty enjoyed many great trips and traveled extensively while they were together.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the American Cancer Society to further research into this debilitating disease.

We appreciate all the prayers and concern that extended family and friends have shown us during this time of grief. Remember John 8:12… “Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.” HCSB

Pete knew his savior and is surely enjoying the Giants game in Heaven!

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VISITATION

No Visitation will be held.

SERVICES

Services will be held Monday, May 11, 2015, 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99  at  Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240

INTERMENT

Interment will follow the service at the graveside.

 

 

Tommy Wiley Caine

Tommy Wiley CaineTommy Wiley Caine was born in Merced, California on October 29, 1923 to Thomas and Muriel Wiley Caine, and passed away on May 4, 2015 at the age of 91. Tommy attended local schools and graduated from Stockton High and then served in the U.S. Army. He was an auto mechanic for Delta Pontiac and Chase Chevrolet until his retirement.

Tommy is survived by his wife of 67 years, Betty Womble Caine and his three children; Randy, Rhonda, and Rod.  Eight grandchildren; Janae, Briana, Andrea, Brandon, Kristin, Christina, Laura, and Scott, and by two great-grandsons; Harrison and Avery. He also leaves his sister, Marilyn Hodgman of Canada.

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VISITATION

No visitation will be held.

SERVICES

Inurnment will be private.

Gregory Claramo

Gregory ClaramoGregory Claramo passed away May 4, 2015 at the age of 63. He was born in Stockton on November 30, 1951, and attended local schools,  graduating from Edison High School in 1969 and later graduated from University of the Pacific in 1973. He worked for nearly 30 years as a probation officer and will be remembered as a well-liked and successful colleague.“I did it my way” Gregory was preceded in death by his father Modesto Claramo. He is survived by his wife Esther Claramo; his mother Jennie Laron; Children: Ronnie Hernandez, Veronica Pina and Monica Pina; grandchildren: Andrew Myers, Alyssa Chism, Vanessa Reyes, Enrique Reyes, Angel Provincio, Anthony Provincio, Christopher Cedeno, Jerimayah Higbi; and siblings: David and Ida Claramo, Fred and Linda Butler, Elizabeth Contreras, Marie Claramo and Alejandre.

May he rest in peace.

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VISITATION

No Visitation will be held.

SERVICES

A Memorial Service to celebrate Gregory's Life will take place Tuesday, May 12, 2015, 11:00 a.m. at Chapel Of Flowers, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi, CA , 95240

Tommie Jo Riley Elliott

Tommie Jo Riley ElliottTommie Jo Riley Elliott passed peacefully with family at her side of natural causes on May 2, 2015. Born February 7, 1932 to Flossie and Thomas Jefferson Riley, she was a loving mother to Jeff Elliott of Acampo and Sharon White (Gary) of Stockton. Loving grandmother to Anthony Guzman, Justin, Thomas, and Drew Elliott. Loving great-grandmother to Deanna Guzman and Devin Guzman.  Tommie also leaves behind her sisters, Pauline Powell and Edith Harris. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Leonard, sisters Lorraine Pennington, Jackie Edwards, and brothers Lee and Odell Riley.

Tommie worked as a beautician for over 40 years and owned/operated Tommie’s Cut N Curl. She loved her margaritas and watching the 49ers and Nascar racing. She had a wonderful zest for life and loved her family deeply. She will be forever in our hearts and deeply missed by all who knew her.

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VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 8, 2015  from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home , 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

James E.L. Freeman

James E.L. FreemanJames E.L. Freeman Sr.,  77 of Stockton , passed away May 1, 2015.  He was born August 4, 1937 in Paris, Arkansas.   He was preceded in death by Floyd and Velma Freeman.  Brothers; Billy and Leroy Freeman.  Sisters; Margaret Billy, Helen Cates and also his son, James Freeman Jr. James is survived by his loving wife Marlene Freeman of 54 years. Son Jeff Freeman Sr. and daughter Julie Freeman. Grandchildren: Samantha Rodriquez (Richard), Jefferey Freeman Jr. (Nicki). Great Grandchildren: Jefferey Freeman III, Lilly Freeman, Ella Freeman, Brianna Rodriquez, and Julian Rodriquez.

James retired from Pacific Bell after 35 years. He loved to fish and gamble. Friends are invited to attend Services. In lieu of flowers family has requested donations be made to Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95204.

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VISITATION

Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 5, 2015 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICES

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.

 

Barbara D. Spitzer

Barbara D. SpitzerBarbara Spitzer passed away April 26, 2015 after a valiantly waged battle with ovarian cancer.Barbara was born and raised in LaPorte, Indiana. She worked many years as an orthodontic technician with TP Laboratories and moved to California at 18 when the company opened a branch in Lodi. After marrying, she took a break from career to stay home and raise her two babies and also began art and business classes at Delta Junior College. Barbara excelled in calligraphy and creative sign design, eventually opening two businesses-- Signs by Sienega, and later, Vital Signs. She found her niche in screen printing, working at Gary’s Signs for seven years and Lodi Screen Arts for 18 years where she eventually became production manager. Barbara loved to cook and won many national contests for her recipes that were published in numerous magazines and cookbooks. Her love of cooking turned into a love of writing. Answering an ad in the Lodi News-Sentinel in 2005, Barbara started writing her popular food column, “From Barbara’s Kitchen: Questions and Answers for the Home Cook.” She cherished this connection with the community of Lodi, where she made many treasured friendships and which she has been proud to call home for 51 years. Barbara is survived by her two adoring daughters, Deane M. Sienega and Corey A. Sienega, the shining lights in her life; her stepdaughter, Nicole Spitzer, who is an exemplary mother to the only grandchild, Dustin Huntzinger. She is also survived by her sister Joan Hupp; a niece, Linda Hupp; a nephew Drew Hupp and their loving families. She was preceded in death last year by her beloved husband of 33 years, Fred Spitzer; her parents, Jayne and Don Neff; and her brother, Brent Neff, who added much joy to her life.

Donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude place, Memphis TN 38105 in Barbara’s name because, as she has always said, “no child should ever have cancer.” (Her family would like to amend that to, “No one should ever have cancer” and add that Barbara’s love, laughter, support, fantastic cooking and legendary Christmas parties will be how they will remember her.)

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VISITATION

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 30, 2015 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home 831 Industrial Way, Lodi, CA 95242.

SERVICES

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 1, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95242

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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