Gabriel Christian Trigg

April 25, 1998 - February 27, 2021

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Gabriel Christian Trigg passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on February 27th, 2021. Gabe’s sudden passing took place in his parents’ home in Lodi, California; he was only 22 years old. Gabe was born to Sgt. Jared W. and Chavala (Holli)Trigg on April 25th, 1998 in Fort Carson, Colorado. Thereafter, the family relocated to the military community of Fort Lewis, Washington where Gabe was raised and lived nearly half of his life.

Gabe was a natural athlete. He played ice hockey and wrestled up to age 9. Gabe also inherited a love for skateboarding from his dad. He spent his preteen and teen years skateboarding with his brother and good friends around Fort Lewis. Additionally, he developed a passion and talent for music, as he taught himself to play guitar at age 10, and began composing original music at age 11, and making beats for friends who rapped, by age 12. Furthermore, Gabe regularly performed guitar for large audiences throughout his youth, including when he was asked to perform for his 8th grade graduation ceremony in front of the entire school and parents. While at Woodbrook Middle school, he also performed in the school band; wherein, he played guitar, jazz bass, and stand-up Bass guitar. He was a regular honors student and a member of the Highly Capable/Gifted program which earned him credits toward high school before he even entered9th grade. He also enjoyed his time playing foot ball for the Woodbrook Wildcats, who went undefeated his 8th grade year.During Gabe’s high school career in Washington he was a member of Lakes Army JROTC, and the Lakes Lancers Football team. He would briefly transfer to Washington High School, where he lettered in Varsity football for the Washington Patriots and the school Band. Shortly thereafter, at age 15, the family moved to Lodi, California. Gabe would go on to graduate with the class of 2016 at Tokay High School; wherein, he lettered in Varsity football and Band.

Following high school, Gabe began working at Holz Rubber; joining both his mother, and brother, Ben who were employed there as well. While at Holz, he learned to weld, which helped him obtain a permanent position as a welder at Core and Main. Gabe spent almost every free moment making music. He was an accomplished musician who managed and engineered music for many local artists. His latest interest was training in muay thai boxing, as he hoped to someday become an accomplished mma athlete. There is little doubt that he would have accomplished his goal.When asked what they are reminded of first when theythink of Gabe, most replied with, “his smile.” Those who knew Gabe, know that smile. It’s genuine, mischievous, sincere, welcoming,and kind- all wrapped in one. He’s also fondly remembered for his puns, pranks, jokes,intelligent insight, and his “bone-crushing” hugs.He was an independent self-starter; a perfectionist, with a magnetic personality, big heart,and infectious laugh. Gabe made life longfriends wherever he went- it wasn’t charisma, it was his generosity, kindness, and the unconditional love that he gave freely. Gabe was an unforgettable, one-in-million talent with a heart of gold.

He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. His light was extinguished too soon.

Gabe is survived by his parents, Jared and Holli Trigg; his siblings, Benjamin, Sophia, and Angelo Trigg; his grandparents, Linda Orlandella, Peggy Trigg, Mike and Brandy Trigg, and Ralph J. Purcell; his great-grandmothers, LaVerne Balentine and Enid Purcell; his niece-on-the-way, Haven Gene Trigg; his girlfriend, Nicole Conboy; and many aunts, uncles ,cousins, great aunts and uncles, and good friends who will miss him, his smiles, and hugs immeasurably.

Flowers can be sent to Cherokee Memorial Park, Lodi, Ca

Siegfried Allert

May 01, 1944 - February 23, 2021

Siegfried Allert lovingly known as “Zeke” was given the gift of life on May 1, 1944. On February 23, 2021 God called him home to Glory where he was met by his beloved mother Hilda, kind caring father Ted, younger brother Robert and loyal dog Roscoe.
Zeke is survived by his loving and devoted wife Cecilia, son James (Conny) who was always in his heart; his four grandchildren Angelina, Jamie, Jasmine and Dylan; brothers John (Carol), Manfred (Kathy); sister Linda Reynolds (Gary); Nieces and nephews Jackie (Phil), Ted (Tammy), Annette, Alisha, Eric, Gary, Matt and several several great nieces and nephews.

Zeke was born in Klein Mangersdorf Germany and came to the US with his family and settled in Stockton.

Siegfried was given the nickname Zeke by his third grade teacher because Siegfried was just to difficult to pronounce.

Zeke was a free spirit when he was young. He loved exploring Stockton, going fishing, to the movies downtown and getting into mischief with his brothers.
Zeke played basketball in high school and had a trophy in the hall of fame display case at Eldorado school.

Zeke started working with his father Ted plastering when he was a teenager and continued working in the stucco and plastering business for 54 years. He took great pride in his work and was eager to point out the businesses and homes he plastered which was considerable.

Zeke enjoyed traveling on business trips and vacations with his beloved Cee, sharing the beauty and history of each place they enjoyed together.
Zeke and Cee were together in life and shall be together in ashes, two souls together for eternity.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday April 24th from 2 pm - 3 pm at Cherokee Memorial Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Rd., Lodi, CA 95241.

Sympathy flowers may be sent to the funeral home on Friday April 23rd by 4 pm.

For friends and family that are not able to attend the services live streaming will be available. Please text your email address to Cecilia at (209) 482-4955and she will email you a protected web link and password 24-48 hours before the service.

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SERVICE

A memorial service will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday April 24, 2021 at Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Allert family.

Elizabeth Zulueta

April 23, 1951 - February 22, 2021

Elizabeth (Liz) Holguin Vasquez Zulueta lost her courageous battle against cancer on February 22, 2021. She was born on April 23, 1951, at San Joaquin General Hospital in French Camp to Ramona Holguin Vasquez and Filemon Vasquez. She grew up in Terminous, CA and attended Terminous Grammar School. Liz attended Lodi High School where she lettered in women's softball, and graduated as part of the class of 1969. She earned an Associates Degree from San Joaquin Delta College in 1971, and a Bachelor's of Art in Social Services from San Jose State University in 1975.

Liz got her first job out of college with San Joaquin County.  She married the love of her life Joseph (Joe) Zulueta in 1974. After a few years, she sought better opportunities with the City of Stockton.  She gave birth to her first son, Joseph Michael Zulueta, in May of 1979.  Four (4) years later, in October of 1983, she gave birth to her second son, Brandon Vasquez Zulueta. She continued to work for several years with the City and forged many lifelong friendships along the way, before taking a position at her former alma mater, San Joaquin Delta College, as the Director of Human Resources. Liz retired from the College after fifteen (15) years.  In her retirement she continued to contribute as a board member of California’s Valued Trust.

To her extended family and many friends, who were considered like family, Liz is remembered for her encouraging words, endearing friendship, and caring heart. She always had a kind word for those who knew her, or thoughtful advice and an open mind to those who sought her in confidence. She was a wife, a mom, an auntie, and a friend. She enjoyed gardening, softball, and bowling, teaching her grandkids, and the views of Yosemite. She was known for delicious cooking, famous for her salsa, chile colorado, and biscochitos.

 She is survived by her husband of forty-seven (47) years, Joseph Zulueta, her two sons Brandon and Joseph Michael (Debby)  and two grandchildren (Cadence and Cesar).  She is also survived by her brothers and sisters; Flordeliza Lowrence, Conception (Connie) Sawdey, Pilar Tanga, Eugene Vasquez, Rebecca (Becky) Vasquez, Filemon (Kai) Vasquez and Edmund Vasquez, and many nieces and nephews she welcomed and loved as her own.

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Paul Nichols

October 21, 1921 - February 22, 2021

Paul Elmer Nichols, 99, passed away on February 22, 2021. He was born October 21, 1921 in Strathmore, CA, to Arthur Victor and Phebe McClure Nichols, the eldest of three sons. He grew up in Whittier, CA, graduated from Whittier High School in 1939, and attended Fullerton Junior College. During World War II, Elmer enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a radio technician on Eniwetok Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Upon returning home, he earned a chemistry degree from Whittier College, and started his career with the U.S. Postal Service. During his high school and college years, he was a member of each school's track team.
In 1948, Elmer married Ruby Willsey in Whittier, where they built a house and started a family, that included sons Paul and Wayne. In 1959, he transferred to the Lodi Post Office and moved the family to a "small ranch" outside Acampo. Elmer advanced through the ranks and retired as Lodi's Asst. Postmaster in 1976. This allowed Ruby and him the opportunity to travel before she passed away in 1982. Elmer had many wonderful memories of their 34 years of marriage.
For over 60 years, Elmer was a member of Lodi First United Methodist Church, where he helped Ruby teach Sunday School and manage the church library, served on a variety of committees, assisted with property management, helped assemble the church newsletter, and was a member of United Methodist Men and couples groups.
Church also brought together Elmer and his second wife, Roberta Jensen. Their 1985 marriage in Lodi was the foundation of a new blended family that gave them both an additional 35 years of wonderful memories. Their love of travel took them all over the country on many memorable car, train and riverboat excursions, frequently stopping to visit family and friends.
Elmer's was a lifetime of volunteering and serving others, always willing to help his family, friends, neighbors, church, community and country. He lovingly supported the various projects and sports in which his sons participated. While his young family was involved with the Oak View 4-H Club, Elmer served as an adult leader, teaching basic electrical skills to many club members. For many of his later years, he was an active Sons In Retirement member and officer.
Elmer is preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Ruby, his brother William, and a grandson, Mathew McCarty. He is survived by his wife, Roberta; his brother, Ralph; his sons, Paul (Liz) and Wayne (Wanda); and by Roberta's children, Roberta Wood (Brett), Robert Jensen and Greta McCarty (Matt). He also is survived by 11 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home on March 11, 2021, with visitation from 9 AM to Noon, at Vineyard Chapel, 14165 N. Beckman Road, Lodi. A graveside service will be at 1 PM in Garden of the Gospels with Pastor George Edd-Bennett, officiant. Family and friends are invited to attend with masks and social distancing required. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent in Elmer's name to Lodi First United Methodist Church. A Celebration of Elmer's life will be planned and held at some later date.
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