Emanuel Merlos

November 26, 1988 - August 23, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held at 1:00pm on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 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 Thursday, September 7th, 2023 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 Merlos family.

Bea Richard

September 19, 1944 - August 18, 2023

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Beatrice “Bea” Abreu Richard, 78, of Lodi, California, on Friday, August 18, 2023. She had her family by her side. She was born to the late Eugene Abreu and Alicia Vasquez, September 19, 1944, in Stockton, California.

She is survived by her sisters, Victoria Rideout (John) and Irene Haro. Also, her six children, Troy Meath (Laurie), Lorie Meath (Kayla), Donna Daetweiler Grant (John), Cheri Richard, Buddy Richard (Raquel), and Nick Richard (Joi). She is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Kristen Becker (Derek), Charity Meath, Tory Meath, Caitlyn Martin (Kevin), Shane Cowdell, Shannon Jarrett (Andy), Natalie Buitrago, Noel Buitrago, Ricky Richard (Jannet), Brianna Richard, Darius Diaz, Nicholas Richard Jr., Anjalique Richard, Mia Richard and Nico Richard.

Bea also had several great grandchildren – Knox, Dawson, Zachary, Macy, Cooper, Olivia, Jamison, Brooklyn, Josaiah, Elizabeth, Benjamin, and Anthony.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Richard Abreu, her sister, Elisa Sherman, her granddaughter, Jessie Martinez, and her great granddaughter Isabella Martinez.

Bea was a remarkable woman whose legacy of love and selflessness will forever inspire us. A dedicated mother and extraordinary cook, she nurtured not only her six children but also the hearts of everyone she encountered. Her tireless work ethic was a testament to her unwavering determination, having single-handedly raised her family with grace and strength. Known for her boundless generosity, she welcomed all into her home with open arms, creating a haven of warmth and inclusivity. Bea embodied the values of kindness, resilience, and compassion, leaving an indelible mark on our lives. While she may have left this world, her spirit will forever reside in the cherished memories she gifted us. We honor her memory by carrying forward the lessons she imparted – to love unconditionally and to give wholeheartedly. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

SERVICES:
The visitation for Bea will be held on Tuesday August 29, 2023 from 9:00am - 10:00am in the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 Beckman Rd in Lodi, California. The service will follow in Vineyard Chapel at 10:00am.

Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve Bea’s family.

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Edelmiro Zuniga

February 20, 1957 - August 23, 2023

Stockton resident Edelmiro Ortiz Zuniga passed away Tuesday August 23rd at the age of 66. He was born Febuary 20,1957 in Edinburg,Texas. To his late parents Feliciano Sr. and Francisca O. Zuniga. Edelmiro was a loving husband Son, Father, Grandfather, Uncle and Friend. He survived by his wife Victoria Zuniga, siblings Anselmo Zuniga (Mercedes), Pedro Zuniga (deseased), Macedonia Garcia (Eligio), Rudolfo Zuniga (Carmen) (deseased), San Juana Zuniga (deseased), Maria Contreras (Antonio), Sylvia Franco (Raynaldo), Feliciano Jr. Zuniga (Chriselda) (deseased), Martha Kurtright (James) and Arturo Zuniga.  He leaves behind his living children Vincent Hernandez, Juan Herrera (John-John), Edelmiro O. Zuniga Jr. , Arturo F. Zuniga, Marco A. Zuniga. Edelmiro was an adored grandfather to Desiree Sousa (Austin), Jasmine Herrera, Marcos Zuniga, Anthony Zuniga, Edelmiro Zuniga III, Anicca Herrera, Giovani Ortega, and Olivia Zuniga, great grand daughters Audriana and Alexandria Sousa.

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm on Wednesday, August 30th, 2023 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 Thursday, August 31st, 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Zuniga family.

Roberta Nichols

August 16, 1922 - August 22, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 10:00am - 11:00am on Friday, September 8th, 2023 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 11:30am on Friday, September 8th, 2023 at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Nichols family.

James Duffy

October 25, 1935 - August 19, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Monday, August 28th, 2023 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 Tuesday, August 29th, 2023 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 Duffy family.

Brenda Martin

April 17, 1952 - August 19, 2023

April 17, 1952 - August 19, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 12:00pm noon - 7:00pm on Sunday, August 27th, 2023 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Monday, August 28th, 2023 at Lodi Memorial Cemetery, located at 5750 E. Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Martin family.

Kathy Bussman

June 17th, 1938 - August 19th, 2023

Kathy Bussman passed away peacefully at the age of 85 in Lodi, CA. She was born in Minnesota in 1938 and moved to Lodi at the age of 11. She enjoyed her bowling league and watching women’s volleyball at UOP. Kathy was also very involved in church and cared deeply about her congregation at St. Andrews Lutheran Church of Stockton. But most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family.

Kathy is survived by her three sons, Randy (Heromi) Bussman, Keith (Karyn) Bussman, and Tim (Barbara) Bussman; grandchildren, Brooke, Bailey, Karley, Darci, Jacob; and great granddaughter Stella.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Gene Bussman and her grandson Kaden Bussman.

SERVICES:

Family and friends are invited to visit on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home 14165 N. Beckman Rd. Lodi, 95240.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Andrews Church in Stockton.

Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Garrit "Gary" Young

May 3, 1953 - August 17, 2023

Garrit “Gary” Allan Robertson Young, born in Mamaroneck, NY, famously known as “Plantman.”

Loving husband of Geri for 47 years; brother of Rory; brother-in-law to Rory’s wife Bonnie; uncle, and friend.

Preceded in death by parents Bob and Betty, Gary passed away at home, after a short battle with cancer. 

The founding drummer of Pavement, he also designed and manufactured the ShockMount microphone holder, and was a master gardener.

He will be greatly missed.

A memorial service for Young will be held at a date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations should go to struggling or student musicians.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Young family.

Anthony Casillas Jr.

May 24, 1998 - August 16, 2023

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 7:00pm on Friday, August 25th, 2023 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 Saturday, August 26th, 2023 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Casillas family.

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