George Elliott

December 6, 1935 - May 16, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Father, George Lee Elliott; May 16, 2024. 

George (Papa) was a loving spouse, parent, grandparent, sibling, uncle and friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

George was born on December 6, 1935 in Herrin, Illinois he moved to Stockton, California where he lived a life full of joy and laughter.  He was a Navy Veteran, servicing our country at 19 yrs of age (1954-61). He touched the lives of everyone he met with his kindness, generosity, humor and big personality. 

George was the manager of Toyota of Stockton for several years and started his Business Geo’s Used Cars in the early 80's bringing his son into the trade. Being "The Car Guy" he raced at Stockton 99 Speedway  in the 70's and you could find him fishing the Delta, watching a 49ers game or a NASCAR race every weekend. 

George is survived by his sister Rosamary Robinson of Illinois, Daughters, Cherryl Kyes Collette (David) Teresa  Elliott-Austin (Stephen -deceased), First wife Wanda Elliott-Jividen, Stepdaughter:

 Carla Crawford (Jerry). Grandchildren Sean and Ryan Kyes, Stephenie Gubac. Greg, Julie, Natasha, Tammara, Matthew and Cecilia (CJ) and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. He will be remembered for his warm heart, and unwavering love for his family.

George Elliott is preceded in death by his wife, Frances Jean Cobb Elliott, parents, Jack Elliott, Dorothy (Dot), Son, Allen Elliott, Son-in-Law Stephen Austin, and his Stepchildren:Rodney, Sherman, and Marla Prater along with his his 6 siblings.

George will forever hold a special place in our hearts and will be remembered for the love and joy he brought into our lives. May he rest in peace.

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 10:00am on Thursday, May 30th, 2024 at the Evergreen Chapel  at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Thursday, May 30th, 2024 at the Evergreen Chapel  at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Elliott family.

Takashi Theodore Yoneda

February 14, 1933 - May 16, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 10:00am on Saturday, June 29th, 2024 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 10:30am on Saturday, June 29th, 2024 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 Yoneda family.

Arlee Huggins

March 23, 1941 to May 15, 2024

Arlee Ann Huggins of Lodi California passed away peacefully May 15,2024 in Sacramento, California. Arlee was born March 23, 1941 to Jack and Mary Sked. Arlee enjoyed growing up in Stockton. A graduate of Stagg High School, class of 1959. She married Raymond Huggins on December 1, 1962. Together they raised three children Jeff, Greg and Suzanne. They made a lively home, always welcoming family, friends and neighbors. As a wife/mom she provided a loving home for her husband and  children, she enjoyed being a classroom mom, camping, holiday gatherings. In 1979 she worked outside of the home at Mervyn’s. During her 15 years of employment she made lifelong friendships. She enjoyed her ladies Bunco group and their memorable outing’s. Arlee gained her beloved title as Nana in 1990. Nana treasured every moment she shared with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is survived by her son Greg (Vicky) daughter Suzanne (Ronnie) Grandchildren Holly (Brian) Andrew (Erica) Briana, Shelby and Caden. She leaves five great-grandchildren Ryan, Finn, Oliver, Adam, Allison and to Nana’s delight there is one on the way. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Ray and son Jeff. We are thankful to have had her in our daily lives. Our mom / nana will forever be missed.

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V. Ruth Ebel

October 25, 1927 - May 15, 2024

V. Ruth Gimbel Ebel passed away peacefully at her home in Lodi on May 15, 2024. Ruth was born October 25, 1927, in McClusky, North Dakota to Henry and Carrie Gimbel as the 9th child of 13. During her early years, she journeyed with her family to Nebraska before settling in the Texas panhandle, where she formed lasting childhood memories. At Texline High, she was honored as homecoming queen during her junior year. In 1945, her family relocated to Brush, Colorado, where she completed her high school education at Brush High School.

Ruth and Elton J. Ebel exchanged vows in August 1963, celebrating their union in their cherished Lodi home, where they built a life together until Elton’s peaceful passing in April 2012. She spent her working life dedicated to nursing, graduating from Glendale Sanitarium Hospital in 1950 as president of her class. Ruth cherished her profession of over 55 years, working as a surgery nurse in various hospitals, and later in home care.

She found joy in travel, family gatherings, and various hobbies like cooking, gardening, and participating in church and community events. Ruth delighted in preparing special holiday and birthday meals for family, especially her beloved German chocolate cakes. Her favorite destinations included Carmel, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, San Francisco, and her cherished Jackson Property. Carmel held a particularly special place in her heart, as she made it a tradition to visit every year on her birthday with her loved ones. Additionally, Ruth was a devoted member of the Fairmont Seventh-Day Adventist Church, where she faithfully attended for over six decades.

She is survived by her children: Craig (Lori) Lewis of Lodi and Frances (Jeff) Lebow of Huntington Beach, three grandsons: Joshua (Andriana) Lewis of Lodi, Byron Lewis of Lodi, and Jeremy (Jen) Sterling of Seattle, WA, four great-grandchildren: Liam, Ariana, Carson, Townsend, and her dear sister June Kelp of Elk City, OK. Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, Elton J. Ebel, and her siblings: Emil, Ruben, Louis, Henry, Benny, Betty, Leroy, Ann, Helen, Lillian, and Leona.

A graveside service will be held on May 23, 2024, at 10am at Cherokee Memorial Cemetery.

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Wanda Albers

Wanda Joyce Yarborough Albers
July 9, 1936 - May 15, 2024

Wanda Albers passed away on may 15, 2024 with her family by her side.

Wanda was born on July 9, 1936 and raised in Victor, California. She was the only girl of nine siblings. Wanda got married to Delmer Albers in 1957 and moved to Lodi where they raised their three children. She was a homemaker and later worked as a dietician. Wanda was an amazing wife, mother, and nana. She enjoyed going to the casino, playing bunco with her friends and baby sitting all her grandchildren. Wanda will always be loved, cherished and never forgotten. Heaven gained a beautiful angel.

Wanda was survived by her three children, Bruce Albers, Brenda Katzakian, and Renee Albers. Three grandchildren, Charles Katzakian Jr, Shelly Reynolds, and Nicole Albers. Six great-grandchildren, Madelyn Bitz, Shelby Katzakian, Wyatt Reynolds, Lexi Reynolds, Hailey Valentine, And Scott Katzakian.

Wanda was preceded in death by her parents Roy Yarborough and Nora Yarborough, Husband, Delmer Albers, and her eight brothers.

A memorial service will be held on May 30, 2024 at 10:00am at Cherokee Memorial Park in the Chapel of Flowers. A reception will follow in the Cherokee Memorial Reception Center.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Leukemia Foundation.

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Kathrina Helms

September 24, 1952 - May 13, 2024

Kathrina Linda Helms of Stockton passed away after a lengthy illness on May 13th, 2024.

She was born on September 24, 1952, to Cecil and Julie Rush in Norfolk Virginia. Her father was career Navy and her mother, a German immigrant. Kathrina, a self-described “Navy Brat”, sailed the world as a child, living at times in Italy and Morocco. She learned to speak German from her mother’s side of the family.

They moved to Stockton in 1962. She attended Lincoln High School and Delta College. Later she worked at the Butte County Marshall offices, Stone Brothers and for many years at Delta Stationers. Kathrina’s love of animals was always apparent and she rescued many orphans. At one point she learned A.S.L. and worked with the deaf community. She was an avid reader; her Kindle was never far away. Kathrina studied the healing arts and became certified in Healing Touch. She had a Holistic practice in Stockton. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Larry Rush, nephew Ryan and good friend Melissa Knight. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Lee Helms, sister Eva (Greg Brettelle), son Aaron Foster, granddaughter Kyleigha Foster, great grandchildren Ryan and Ravyn, sister-in-law Rita Valladeo and nieces (The Angels) Haley Larson and Natalie Cooney, sister-in-law Elizabeth Helms (Bruce Rohrer) and nephews Edward Helms and Colton Helms.

She was born near the ocean, loved the ocean and celebrating Thanksgiving in the mountains of Arnold, CA with family.

She was truly one of a kind and will be remembered and dearly missed.

She was a longtime friend of Bill W. Angie D of Blythe was her sponsor.

Services will be private. Any desired donations should be made to Healing Partners of the Central Coast www.hpcchealingtouch.org

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Helms family.

Joy Letlow

November 2, 1957 - May 12, 2024

Joy Ellen Letlow of Oceanside passed away on May 12, 2024, from lung cancer. Her death was unexpected and has deeply saddened her family.

Joy was born at Oak Knoll Naval Hospital on November 2, 1957, to Dale and Alice Peters (Dale being a US Marine). She spent most of her childhood and younger life between Northern California and Camp Pendleton/Oceanside, California. Her one big dream was to be married and be a mom. She lived in Stockton California with her growing family- having raised 5 children (Amanda, Daniel, Joseph, Nicholas, and William). She took some time once they were older and completed her associate degree at San Joaquin Delta College and transferred to CSU Stanislaus to pursue becoming a teacher. Her plans for her education changed when her health began to turn. She was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in 2006. After dealing with complications from the Crohn’s in 2009 and 2010, she moved to Oceanside, California to live with her daughter Amanda. Her health remained stable for many years until 2024, when she was diagnosed with lung cancer. She passed away at Tri City Medical on May 12, 2024, due to the fast progression of the lung cancer.

Joy dedicated her life to her children. She absolutely loved being a mom and she was the very best at it. She showed her love in her actions, always putting her children’s needs before her own. She loved her grandbabies and cherished all the moments spent with them. She was a great friend to many as well. She had no problem saying hi to neighbors, or even strangers in public. She had a wonderful and friendly personality, and even better sense of humor. She had a knack for cooking and baking, throwing together ingredients that just worked well. Her food was always delicious. Learning how to cook from her was a blessing and a challenge for her kids- she never wrote down her recipes! She loved our country and was very proud of her family for being in the military (father, father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, nieces, and sons). She loved God and was a faithful Christian. With her sister’s help, she became a baptized Catholic right before her passing, fulfilling one of her wishes.

She is preceded in death by her parents, sisters Myra Martinez, Jean Holstein, and nephew Robert Beer.

She is survived by her sisters Lela Beer, Suzan McGrath, brother Loren Peters, daughter Amanda Letlow, sons Daniel Letlow, Joseph Letlow, Nicholas Letlow, and William Letlow. She is also survived by her grandchildren Ace (Letlow) Garibaldi, Holden Letlow, Charlotte Letlow, Liam Letlow, Graham Letlow, and Calvin Letlow. She is survived by many nieces and nephews as well.

Memorial Contributions may be made to:
https://www.givesendgo.com/joy_memorial

SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Friday, May 24th, 2024 at the Evergreen Chapel  at Cherokee Memorial Park, located off of Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Letlow family.

Betty Ghan

August 19, 1935 - May 10, 2024

Betty Jean Ghan, 88, of Lodi California, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2024, from complications due to Huntington’s Disease. Betty was born on August 19, 1935, to Alvin and Mathilda Meidinger in Bowden, North Dakota.

As a young child she moved with her family to Lodi California and attended the Seventh Day Adventist Academy and Lodi High School. She studied to become a hair stylist at Adrian’s Beauty College in Stockton. As a young woman she owned and operated beauty shops in Lodi.

In 1957 she married LaVern Ghan of Stockton, and they had two children, Susan and Sheri.

When Betty had her first child, she decided to dedicate her life to being a wonderful mother to her girls. Betty excelled at supporting members of her family through all that life has to offer. She made it her mission to always improve the lives of others.

In 1977 Betty began to work at Tokay High School in the principal’s office. She was known for providing the students with extra kindness and she enjoyed her role at Tokay, very much.

Betty was passionate about art, antiques, her friends and especially her grandchildren. She filled her home with beauty, warmth, and love. We will miss her greatly.

Betty is predeceased by her mother, and father, as well as her brother, LeRoy Meidinger and her son-in law Steve Field. She is survived by her loving husband of sixty-six years, LaVern Ghan, daughters Susan Garland (Stephen), Sheri Halligan (Casey) and grandsons, Ryan and Alex Field and Jack Halligan.

There will be a private service at Cherokee Memorial Park, on May 22, 2024.

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Mark Mc Clary

March 16, 1969 - May 8, 2024

Mark James McClary, 55 of Stockton, passed away May 8, 2024, from stage 4 cancer that he was battling the last several years.  Mark was born March 16, 1969 in Stockton, CA.

Mr. McClary is survived by His step-father & mother; Marvin & Rita (Jones) Palmer, his father, James R. McClary; sister; Debra McClary, and the step-siblings; Brad, David, & Nancy Palmer.

Mark grew up in Stockton, and worked as a painting contractor for many years with Pete's Paints in the Lincoln Center. He had an eye for finding repairs and making sure that the job was done. Mark grew up attending the Church of Christ, but later found his church home at the First Baptist Church in Stockton.

Mark will be remembered by his warm chuckle and strength to overcome the many battles in life. Mark will be missed by all of those who knew and loved him. Donations may be made in Mark's name to the  Gospel Center Rescue Mission, 445 S. San Joaquin St., Stockton, CA  95203. 

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Mc Clary family.

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