La Vaughn Brown

February 28, 1935 - September 12, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 9:00am - 10:00am on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 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, October 8th, 2024 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 Brown family.

Julian Estevan Castillo

March 26, 1984 - September 11, 2024

VISITATIONS
A visitation will be held from 11:00am - 8:00pm on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 in the Merlot Room at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

A visitation will be held from 10:00am - 12:00pm on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 in the Merlot Room at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

GRAVESIDE
A graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, October 3rd, 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 Castillo family.

James Curtis

March 7, 1954 - September 10, 2024

In loving memory of James "Jimmy" Curtis, who sadly passed away at age 70 on September 10, 2024, in San Leandro, California.

James loved music, cinema, camping, and spending time with his family and friends. He attended Saron Church in Escalon, and previously attended Faith Lutheran in Stockton.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Betty, and his brother, Randy. He is survived by his brother, Roger.

SERVICE
Family and friends are invited to attend his graveside committal service to be held at Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA, on October 11, 2024, at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of James may be made to The Arc San Joaquin at https://thearcsj.org/.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Curtis family.

Alex Smith

January 2, 1966 - September 9, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 12:00pm - 1:00pm on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 1:00pm on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024 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 Smith family.

Charles Palmer

September 21, 1934 - September 9, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 12:00pm - 2:00pm on Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm on Wednesday, September 25th, 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 Palmer family.

Pietro "Paul" Paoletti

June 27, 1950 - September 8, 2024

SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, September 16th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

GRAVESIDE
A graveside service will be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, September 117th, 2024 at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, located at 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Paoletti family.

Charlotte Ann Minahan Barbieri

August 5, 1950 - September 7, 2024

Charlotte “Muffin” Minahan-Barbieri, spouse to Paul J. Barbieri passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7th , 2024, at St., Joseph’s Hospital, Stockton, Ca.

Charlotte was born on August 5,1950 in Torrington, CT. Charlotte spent her early years in Baton Rouge, Louisiana which she talked about often. Charlotte’s family eventually moved to Burlingame CA. where she attended St. Catherines School and Mercy High School where she graduated in 1968. She also attended Notre Dame de Namur college in Belmont, CA.

Chalotte was an avid chef and enjoyed preparing all kinds of meals for events in the San Francisco Bay area and Petaluma. Chalotte was also a seasoned Real Estate agent for many years selling properties in the San Francisco Bay Area and Sonoma County. Charlotte also enjoyed traveling, crime shows and at times was known as “Charlock Holmes”. She also enjoyed volunteering for needy families and spending time with her family and especially her two grandsons.

Charlotte is survived by her husband Paul J. Barbieri who she was married to for 34 years. Her son, Timothy “TL” Minahan, daughter in law Desiree and her two grandchildren Jordan and Jaden all from San Mateo. She also leaves behind many good friends and cousins from Ca. and Connecticut.

A celebration of life is being planned for Saturday, October 12 th , 2024, from 1:00 – 6:00 pm at the Petaluma Elks Lodge, 2105 South McDowell Blvd., Petaluma, Ca.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Minahan Barbieri family.

Sharon Carman

July 17, 1949 - September 5, 2024

Sharon Ruth Carman, 75, of Stockton, California, passed away on September 5th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Sharon was born on July 17th in Fresno, California, the daughter of Clyde R. Wilson and Cloie G. Trotter. She graduated from Vista High School in 1967. Sharon was always detail-oriented and hardworking, which helped her earn an accounting degree while raising her children and working full-time.

In 1991, Sharon married the love of her life, Edward Carman Jr., a joyous union that lasted over 30 years. Throughout this time, they embarked on many adventures, from farming walnuts and building a home to traveling the world. Travel was a shared passion they both enjoyed, often with other family members. Sharon’s favorite place to visit was Hawaii, specifically Maui, where she loved to float in the ocean, snorkeling all day.

Sharon was preceded in death by her loving husband, Edward W. Carman Jr. She is survived by her children Maria (Edward) Aldrete, Christopher (Laura) Dendy, and Edward (Angie) Carman III; her grandchildren Elizabeth Dendy, Kathryn (Thomas) Chapman, Christopher Aldrete, Jeannie Carman, Kelly Carman, and Edward Carman IV; and her great-grandchildren Jeremiah Slaughter and Orion Chapman.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. on September 23rd, 2024, followed by the service and interment conducted by Chaplain Larry Edge at Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi, CA 95240.

Please join us afterward at the repast to celebrate Sharon’s life and share stories at 3318 Estate Drive, Stockton, CA 95209.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Carman family.

Geronima Fabian

May 11, 1948 - September 4, 2024

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Geronima Aldea Fabian, 76 years old of Stockton, California. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 leaving a major void her family and friends will not be able fill.

Geronima was born in Castillejos, Zambales, Philippines to Melquiades Aldea and Saturnina Renol, and raised by her Grandmother, Anastacia Blanco and Great Aunt Ana. She attended and graduated from St. Nicolas Academy of Castillejos in 1965 before studying and completing her Bachelors of Science Degree in Education at the historic University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines. Geronima began her passion and a career in teaching at her Alma Mater. A few years later, she left her home and immigrated to the United States where she continued her formal education and successfully completing her multiple subject credentials at the University of the Pacific, Stockton, California in 1977. True to her love of education, Geronima completed a Master’s Degree | Education at the United States International University, San Diego, California.

Since her early years as a teacher in the Philippines, Geronima was a beloved educator and a pillar to the community. She taught and mentored thousands of children throughout the Stockton Unified School District, many of which she watched grow up to upstanding young adults, professionals, and parents. After 38 glorious years of teaching, Geronima happily retired in June 2008.

She had many activities; Castillejos Association of Northern California, Association of Filipino American in Education, Legion of Mary at St. George Church, Comitium Council for the Diocese of Stockton, Catholic Association member of Diocese of Stockton, and remained actively involved in many ministries.

Geronima was preceded in death by her late husband Jesus Rigunay Baltazar, Araceli Aldea Roy (Sister), Dolores Aldea (Sister), and Wesley Wynn (Grandson). Her daughters Anna Baltazar Dale and Jessmin Baltazar Melano were her pride and joy. She always said that their birth changed her life for the better, and they felt that in the love and support she provided them her whole life.

Geronima is survived by her loving family, husband, Darwin Fabian; daughters Anna Dale (Fontez), Jessmin Melano (Eriberto Jr.), Christina (Jerry) in Florida, and Leslie (Jason) in Florida. Her grandchildren, Emery Jesus, Ayden Gregory, Aubrey, Ethan Jeremy, Ian Daniel, Ashton Jesus, Miranda, Jahara, Nishay and Tez, who will never forget the unconditional love she brought to their lives. Her sisters, Mercita Valdez of Stockton, California and Salome Aldea in the Philippines.

Geronima’s entire family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the love and support they have received. Geronima will be missed, but she leaves a legacy through her family. Her family will take time to reflect and remember the beautiful life she shared with everyone she knew.

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 3:00pm - 6:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:00pm on Tuesday, September 17th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

MASS
Mass will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024 at St. George's Church, located at 120 W. 5th Street, Stockton, CA 95206.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Fabian family.

GinaLyn Habon

October 28, 1977 - September 3, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 7:00pm on Thursday, September 26th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service and rosary will be held at 10:00am on Friday, September 27th 2024 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 Habon family.

Licia Lerindegui

September 9, 1965 - September 3, 2024

 After a protracted life long battle of an extremely rare kidney disease, Licia Layne Lerindegui died on September 3, 2024, in Stockton, California at the age of 58.

 Licia was born September 9, 1965, in Stockton, California to Paul Lerindegui and Mary Sumrall.  She grew up in Lodi, California loving family along with her sister, Sandi Lerindegui-Cloeters.

 Licia graduated from Lodi High School in 1984 and went on to earn her book keeping certificate at San Joaquin Delta College.   In 1988 she moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana where she worked for Rainbow Finance Company for 3 years.  She was also a private nanny for multiple families between Baton Rouge and Lodi.  Licia's hobbies over the years were her participating in church activities, horse back riding (she won a blue ribbon in a horse show as a child), movie going, caring for her pets and spending time with her family and friends.

Licia was diagnosed with Medullary Cystic Renal Failure with Non Pituitary Induced Diabetes Insipidus at the age of 13, her life expectancy was 30 years old.  It was due to her very strong will, spirit and the grace of God that she lived to one week shy of her 59th birthday.

Licia requested to be cremated.  Her ashes will be interred at the family mausoleum in Cherokee Memorial Cemetery.  A memorial service will be held at Cherokee Memorial Cemetery in the Vineyard Chapel on September 28, 2024, at 10 AM with an on-site reception to follow.  All are welcome.  The family would like to especially thank Dr. Jagjit Sing of Stockton, Wellbound and Davita Dialysis for all of their special care of Licia.  The family also appreciates all of the love, support and prayers for Licia over the years. 

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Dora Gomez

June 25, 1949 - August 31, 2024

VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 4:00pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 5:00pm on Monday, September 23rd, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 at the Vineyard Chapel in Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.

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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Gomez family.

Kenneth Dyer

October 15, 1934 - August 31, 2024

Kenneth Dyer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on August 31st at the age of 89. He was married to his wife, Wanda, for 66 wonderful years, building a life together that was rich with love and memories.

A respected and prominent businessman, Kenneth was a pillar of the community from 1963 until his retirement in 1995. His work ethic, integrity, and dedication were evident in everything he did.

Before his business career, Kenneth served his country in the United States Air Force. He began as a B-52 technician and later transferred to Beale Air Force Base, where he joined the 851st Strategic Missile Squadron as an underground missile technician. Kenneth attained the rank of E-5 Staff Sergeant before retiring from military service, a role that remained a source of pride throughout his life.

In his later years, Kenneth found joy in retirement, spending cherished time with his friends and family. He was an avid outdoorsman and hunter, a passion he pursued with enthusiasm, often sharing his love for the outdoors with those closest to him.

Kenneth was reunited with his parents, John and Myrtle Dyer, and his sister, Peggy, who passed before him. He will be deeply missed by his family, who will continue to honor his memory, as well as many friends and extended family members.

SERVICE
A graveside service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, September 16th, 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 Dyer family.