DeYoung Memorial Chapels
DeYoung Memorial Chapel has been the cornerstone of funeral care for Stockton families since 1888, adding a second location, DeYoung Shoreline Chapel, in 1990. Our reputation is based on our pledge to serve families by offering the most compassionate funeral service available. At DeYoung Memorial Chapel, we listen to each family's needs and take pride in providing a variety of choices from traditional to customized services. At DeYoung Memorial Chapel, our experienced and dedicated funeral directors are available to assist families at the time of immediate need or to help families make prearrangements. They are compassionate, professional individuals with experience in clearly discussing customized options with families. We believe this better ensures each family's satisfaction with the services and products they receive.
Our Obituaries
Eugene Henry Sanguinetti
June 27, 1924 - February 3, 2012
Eugene Henry Sanguinetti, of Stockton, CA passed away peacefully at St. Josephs Medical Center on February 3rd, 2012, surrounded by many of his family. Gene was born in Stockton on June 27, 1924, to Henry and Angelina Sanguinetti. Gene attended El Dorado Grammar School and graduated from Stockton High School in 1942 where he played football as a stand-out halfback, becoming known as "Granny"...
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Somkhith Vilaiphone
January 1, 1942 - January 29, 2012
Somkhith was born on January 1, 1942 in Laos. He passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2012 in Stockton, CA.
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Marie M Sola
June 12, 1922 - January 28, 2012
Marie M. Sola "Mickey" passed away peacefully in Stockton on January 28, 2012. She worked for Payless Drug Store for many years. Mickey is preceded in death by her husband Peter J. Sola. She is survived by her son Gerald P. Sola and daughter Sharon M. Sola.
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Jeffrey Stephen Weesner
May 10, 1962 - January 23, 2012
JJeffrey Stephen Weesner, 49, passed away on January 23, 2012 in Stockton. While born in Castro Valley, Jeff lived his entire life in Stockton graduating from St. Mary's High School and San Joaquin Delta College. Jeff was a fifth generation Stocktonian from a pioneer family who came to Stockton at the time of Captain Weber. Jeff was a highly competitive and exceptionally talented athlete who...
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Lisa Torelli-Costa
March 27, 1962 - January 23, 2012
Lisa Marie Torelli-Costa passed away peacefully in Stockton on January 23, 2012. She is survived by 11 children, 2 sisters and her beloved mother, Eliana Torelli, along with numerous extended family and friends Lisa is preceded in death by her father, Aleno Torelli.
Visitation will be held at DeYoung Memorial Chapel, 601 N. California St., Stockton, on January 30, 2012 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m....
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Chandar Din
December 27, 1919 - January 22, 2012
Chandar Din passed away at the age of 92 on January 22, 2012 in Stockton, born December 27, 1919 in Fiji. She is survived by her 3 sons, Naren, Munen, Hiren (Dino), 2 daughters, Nirmala and Nilma, 3 daughters in laws, Amrit, Seneca and Urmila, 2 sons in laws, Satish and Tony. She leaves behind, 10 grandchildren, Roy, Rohan, Nash, Kyla, Amrita, Nivrita, Sivreeta, Nellni, Zenitra and Pramita,...
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Robert Charles Curnow
March 21, 1922 - January 19, 2012
Robert "Bob" Charles Curnow passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 19, 2012, in Stockton, California of natural causes.
He lived to be a glorious 89 years old and was Born on March 21, 1922 to Clinton and Ella Curnow of Stockton and owners of Curnow's Bakery. He lived his entire life in Stockton. Bob graduated from Stockton High School and later served his country in WWII as a torpedo's...
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Brenda Rosete Ladrido
December 22, 1953 - January 19, 2012
Brenda Rosete Ladrido, 58 passed away January 19, 2012. Brenda was a longtime Stockton resident and worked as a nurse for 23 years. She was the beloved wife of Willie Ladrido. Devoted mother of Bernalyn Ladrido, Wyrlene Ladrido, Brian Ladrido and Whitney Ladrido. Loving grandmother of Robert Rojas, Jr., Julian Rojas, Gavyn Rojas and Brendan Rojas.
Family and friends are invited to attend a...
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Salvador Cirilo Alvarado
December 17, 1930 - January 19, 2012
Mr. Salvador Cirilo Alvarado passed away in Stockton on January 19, 2012 at age 81. A native of Mexico, he was born to Juan and Victoria Alvarado on December 17, 1930. Mr. Alvarado was a chef for twenty years and later was a fork lift driver for thirty-two years. He is survived by his loving wife, Juana A. Alvarado; children: Felipe Alvarado, Teresa (Cirilo) Rodriguez, Salvador (Victoria)...
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Marckita "Marcie" Morris-Tillery
May 19, 1928 - January 18, 2012
Marckita (Marcie) Morris
"TO KNOW HER WAS TO LOVE HER" Born in Missoula, Montana on May 19, 1928. Passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2012. She grew up in Spokane, Washington and married Harlan Morris in 1958. They eventually moved to California and opened Sutter Hearing Air Center September 5, 1961. Her Profession became her Family. She loved working with the Hard of Hearing. She...
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Lela Jones Evans
April 10, 1920 - January 13, 2012
Lela (Dixie) Jones Evans passed away on January 13, 2012 in Stockton, Calif. She was born April 10, 1920 in Malad City, Idaho. She was the daughter of David S. and Lottie L. Jones.
Dixie married Wesley H. Evans in Logan, Utah on July 6, 1943. They were married for more than 61 years until Wesley's death in 2005.
Mom is survived by her three children Dixie Evans of Stockton, Diane...
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John C. Platt
January 8, 1932 - January 10, 2012
John C. Platt, Sr. was born on January 8, 1932 and entered into heaven January 10, 2012, age 80. He worked for SUSD for 34 years at Edison High School. John lived most of his life in Stockton and served his country in the United States Navy, he also coached for the Western Little League for the past 10 years. John is survived by his loving wife, Isabel and his sons, Robert Perez (Gloria), Rudy...
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Patricia Santos
March 17, 1930 - January 8, 2012
Patricia Santos passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 8, 2012 in Stockton; she was born in Cuautla Jalisco Mexico on March 17, 1930. Patricia is survived by her loving companion of 36 years, José Elias Barajas and her children, Eugene S. Santos (Kathleen), Yolanda L. Santos (Ignacio), Emma G. Gomez (Frank), Betty J. Nunez (Marco Antonio), Patricia S. Guerrero (Steve)...
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David Cozad
July 14, 1948 - January 5, 2012
As soon as he could walk David Cozad was sweeping out his dad's shop. Trucking and trailers were in his blood. After the premature deaths of his father and brother, David took over Cozad Trailers and grew it into a successful trailer manufacturing company with one of the best reputations in the low-bed business, not only for a quality product but also for his family approach to customer service...
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Alvaro G. Punla, M.D.
February 19, 1925 - January 4, 2012
Dr. Punla passed away in the grace of the Lord, surrounded by family, on January 4, 2012 at the age of 86. A native of Masantol, Pampanga (PHL) he was the valedictorian of his class at Pampanga High School. He then enrolled at the University of the Philippines, College of Medicine. As a 1954 graduate of the University of the Philippines, Dr. Punla completed his internship at St. Clare's...
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Edna Ina Filippi
July 12, 1912 - January 1, 2012
Edna Ina Filippi, born July 12, 1912 to the late GB and Louise Leonardini peacefully passed away on January 1, 2012. Edna (Eddy) was married for over 44 years to Joe Filippi Jr. who predeceased her in death in 1976. Eddy lived to a spirited 99 years in robust health and generous spirit. Her marriage to Joe was a true partnership, ahead of its time, and the two stood side by side to build a...
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Remo Canepa
November 27, 1926 - December 29, 2011
In the 56 years since Remo John Canepa's family business opened, the name Canepa has practically become synonymous with "car wash" in Stockton.
The lifelong Stocktonian served in the Merchant Marines in World War II and in the U.S. Army during the Korean War before returning home to open the first Canepa's Car Wash downtown on Hunter Street with his wife in 1955. He later opened a second...
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John M Falls, Jr.
January 11, 1927 - December 27, 2011
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John M Falls,Jr., passed away on December 27th, 2011, two days after greeting family members on the Christmas weekend. He was 84.
Falls was born on January 11th, 1927 in Wyandotte, Michigan. He was the son of John Falls, Sr. and the lovely Margaret George. Shortly after his return from Korea in '47, John relocated to Chicago then moved to Stockton. While in Stockton, John met his wife...
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Angelo Louie Caffese
February 24, 1919 - December 26, 2011
Angelo Louie Caffese passed peacefully on Monday, December 26th surrounded by family who eased his passage by sharing memories of their beloved patriarch.
Angelo lived and worked all his life on the Stockton ranch where he was born to Giuseppe and Angela Caffese, both natives of Sestri Levanti, Italy. A lifelong farmer, Angelo claimed he drove his first tractor soon after he learned to walk. ...
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Arthur Artie Mountjoy
June 14, 1932 - December 23, 2011
Arthur (Artie) D. Mountjoy, age 79 passed away peacefully on December 23, 2011 at St. Joseph's Hospital.
He was born June 14, 1932, in Turner Kansas to the late James and Rowena Mountjoy. Artie moved to Stockton at age 16 and remained here for 63 years. Before retiring, Artie worked as a Longshoreman for the Port of Stockton and was a member of ILWU Local 54 for 47 years.
Artie is loved...
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Edward Charles Beltran
July 2, 1962 - December 21, 2011
Edward Charles Beltran passed away December 21, 2011 and will be missed by all his family and friends. Eddie, which most people called him, will be especially missed by his only son Andrew Edward Beltran. He will also be greatly missed by his parents Henry and Stella Beltran. Eddie had five sisters: Gloria, Marti (Martha), Diane, Julie (Julianne), and Jennifer. Eddie also had four brothers:...
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Elaine Croce
July 1, 1949 - December 16, 2011
Elaine Croce passed away on December 16, 2011 after a short battle with cancer. Born July 1, 1949 to the late Willis & Truly Lynch of Linden. Elaine is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, David, her son, David, and her grandson Lucas. She also leaves behind her sister, Willa and David Johnson, nephew Gary Parker, Jr, sisters in law and brothers in law, Rosalee & Ken Nakatsu, Roseann &...
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Maria D. (Jimenez) Rosas
June 7, 1954 - December 15, 2011
Maria "Debbie" Rosas received her angel wings on December 15, 2011. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends whose lives she touched in very special ways. Debbie's life would seem short to many, but all who loved her, know that she lived a contented life of leisure and family. Debbie enjoyed cooking, dancing, music and travel. Even in her sick days, Debbie shared in venturous...
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Hope Rios
July 8, 1931 - December 15, 2011
Hope M. Rios, 80 of Stockton took her place in Heaven on Thursday December 15th, 2011. Hope M. Rios was born in Livingston, California to the late Antonio and Dolores Moreno.
Hope lived most of her life here in Stockton, CA where she worked at Haley Brothers and California Growers as a seasonal cannery worker before becoming a full time housewife in 1985. Hope always looked forward to playing...
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Adrian Sergio Sandoval
September 8, 1947 - December 5, 2011
Adrian Sergio Sandoval, born in Tijuana, Mexico, Sept 8, 1947
passed into eternity on Dec 5, 2011. Proceeded in death by his father Jose Severiano, and his brother Joe Sandoval.
Survived by his mother Rebeca, his brother Isidro and wife Irene
Sandoval, sister Norma and husband Jessie Espinoza. Tio and Tia Donato and Maria Sandoval, Tio and Tia Jesus and Evangelina Sandoval and a host of...
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Jack Boggs
June 8, 1929 - December 4, 2011
Jack Boggs passed away Sunday, December 4th, in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on June 8th, 1929, son of Leone and John Valentine Boggs, of Waseca, Minnesota, a proud Irish family. He was a resident of Stockton, CA, since 1938. He was the brother of Joseph Paul Boggs, (Deceased), and Thomas Patrick Boggs, (Deceased). For the past 35 years, Jack and the family of his brother, Joe...
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Pete Ramirez Ordez
August 23, 1926 - December 3, 2011
Mr. Pete Ramirez Ordez was born on August 23, 1926 and passed away on December 3, 2011. Mr. Ordez was a resident of Stockton and served in the US Army during WWII.
Mr. Ordez is survived by his children, Richard Earnest Ordez, Emily Cortez, Xavier Ordez and David Ordez. A son, David Ordez, precedes himin death. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Frances Ordez, Arlene Ordez, Sophia...
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Michael A. Lopez
July 20, 1969 - December 2, 2011
Michael Anthony Lopez
July 20, 1969 - December 2, 2011
Michael was the loving son of David and Christina Lopez. He graduated from Franklin High School in 1987, earned a Certificate from the National Broadcasting School; at which time he then began a career in broadcasting and worked for the local radio stations, KSTN and KAT Country. He later entered into the financial world as a Loan...
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Steve Montion, Jr.
November 23, 1945 - November 30, 2011
Biography Steve Montion Jr. was born in San Francisco, California on November 23, 1945 to Juanita and Steve Montion. His family eventually settled in Stockton, California where Steve was active in sports. While still in high school he met the love of his life, Dolores Mamaril. Steve and Dolores married after graduation and started a family - his three daughters Michele Montion Bryson (Joe...
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Maria Guadalupe Rin
October 10, 1951 - November 27, 2011
On Sunday morning, November 27, 2011, an angel grew her wings and left this world to fly to heaven. Maria Guadalupe Rin, most commonly known as "Lupe," lost her 5-month battle to pancreatic cancer.
Our beautiful and graceful angel is survived by her loving son, Paul Rin and his family: wife, Sophia Rin, and sons, Angelo Vidrio, Dominic Vidrio and Jordan Rin; her grateful daughter, Arikka Rin;...
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Matbri M Kmbuaar
May 3, 1955 - November 25, 2011
Matbri Kmbuaar passed away November 25, 2011 at Dameron Hospital surrounded by all his family and friends
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Lorenza Rodriguez Gomez
August 14, 1920 - November 25, 2011
Lorenza Rodriguez Gomez passed away in her hometown of Stockton on the day after Thanksgiving at the age of 91. She was born to Lorenzo Rodriguez Jr. and Mary Rodriguez in Mendota, CA. She was a lifelong resident of California, except for living a couple of years in Mexico when she and husband Jose Rodriguez Sr. farmed acreage in the late 1950's. She was raised by her widowed mother, Mary...
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Shirley E Martinez-Gonzales
June 7, 1945 - November 24, 2011
Shirley E. Martinez-Gonzales passed away November 24, 2011 at her residence in Stockton, Ca
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Mary F. Luebker
July 18, 1926 - November 20, 2011
Mary F. Luebker passed away Nov. 20, 2011 in Stockton, CA at the age of 85 years. She was born in Weleetka, OK. Mary retired after 18 years working for Southern Pacific Railroad as Trainmaster's Clerk. Mary's most beloved passion was her family and spending as much time with them as possible. She enjoyed many years with her Church Women United group. Mary cherished her time living abroad with her...
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Barbara J. Pease
May 4, 1922 - November 19, 2011
Barbara J. Pease passed peacefully in her sleep November 19th, 2011 in Stockton. Barbara was born May 4th, 1922 in Whittier California to Harold and Bernardine Bailey. She lived in Stockton most of her life, marrying Roy J. Pease on February 28th, 1941. Barbara worked as a Dental Assistant for many years, and always had a new toothbrush and toothpaste for her grandkids at every visit. Barbara...
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Celestine Silva
July 3, 1921 - November 16, 2011
Celestine Silva passed away peacefully in Lodi surrounded by family on November 16, 2011. Born July 3, 1921 in Isleton, CA.
Celestine is survived by her three children, Shirley Hernandez (Bob), Beverly Raggio (John), and Leland Silva (Kimberlee), her grandchildren, Mark & Steven Hernandez, Gina & Angela Raggio, Lisa Salas, Jeff Silva and Sarah Morrison. She leaves behind 13 great...
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Horl Sok
May 20, 1920 - November 16, 2011
Mr. Horl Sok who passed away November 16, 2011 with family and friends with him will be missed by all who loved him very much
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Bay Nguyen
March 17, 1917 - November 14, 2011
Bay Nguyen passed away November 14, 2011 when Jesus called him home. He will be missed by all his family and friends who loved him very much
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Grace Ann Corry
January 9, 1945 - November 11, 2011
Grace Ann Corry passed at home, surrounded by her loving family. In Heaven, she is finally able to be with her infant son, Mark, after 40 years, as well as join her mother Eugenia, father Tomas and older brother Johnny Echandi. She will always be cherished and admired as a beautiful, positive, generous, gracious mother by her own children and grandchildren as well as the numerous other people...
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Gerald Jerry Cothran
March 1, 2011 - November 11, 2011
Gerald (Jerry) Cothran born on March 1, 1927 in Seminole County, Oklahoma and died on November 11, 2011 in Stockton, California. Jerry is survived by his wife June, daughter Deborah and son-in-law Lester Schoonover, four grand children Heather, Joshua, Matthew and Emma, step son Michael Freitas and his wife Mina, sister Alice Lohan, and brother Earl Cothran. Jerry served in the Army during the...
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Sharon Lee McClelland
May 25, 1942 - November 5, 2011
Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Sharon had been a Stockton resident for 50 years, moving here in August 1961. From May, 11, 1970 until January 10, 1997, she had a distinguished and fulfilling 26 year career with the Central State Credit Union, having served in many positions and retiring as its' Vice President.
To her family she was known as "Grams" and was preceded in death by her husband...
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Manuel Padilla Rivas, Jr.
May 11, 1944 - November 3, 2011
Manuel P. Rivas Jr. was born in Long Beach, CA on May 11, 1944.
The Lord called him to rest on November 3, 2011. He is survived by his beloved wife, Bertha Yira and their children: Suzy, Maria D, Bertha Yira (Aniz), Natalie and Gildardo Manuel. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, brother Ezequiel Rivas and sister Lucy Ratcliffe of Virginia and numerous nieces and...
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Margaret Rafael
May 15, 1927 - November 1, 2011
Margaret M. Rafael passed away on November 1, 2011 at the age of 84 in Stockton. She is survived by her daughter Linda Parris (Robert), her grandchildren, Jason Parris (Mariko), Derek Parris, Nick Rafael and Aimee Rafael. She also leaves behind her brother, Ed Fernandes (Barbara). Margaret is preceded in death by her son Frank Rafael, and brothers, John and Richard Fernandes. Margaret was an...
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Richard Caspar Prima
January 21, 1923 - November 1, 2011
Richard C. Prima, Sr. passed away on Nov. 1, 2011. Richard was born on Jan. 21, 1923, in New Orleans, LA, to Gaspare and Marie Tranchina Prima. After the death of Gaspare, Marie moved her young family to Stockton, in 1928. Richard attended St. Agnes' Elementary School, and St. Mary's High School. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, Richard enlisted in the US Navy, and proudly served as a...
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Margarita Alvarez
February 1, 1938 - October 28, 2011
Margarita Alvarez 73, peacefully passed away on October 28, 2011 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Epifanio and Virginia Modesto, originally from Chase County, Kansas. Moved to Stockton in 1953. She attended Stockton Junior College and Worked for S.U.S.D. and retired after 20 + years. She is survived by her loving husband Richard Alvared, Sr. and her children Richard Jr ...
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Jean Rosalind Jacobs
January 27, 1930 - October 28, 2011
Jean Rosalind Jacobs R.N. (ret) 81 passed away peacefully on October 28, 2011. She was born to Ulysses Roy and Catherine in Auburn, Aylesford, Canada. She studied Nursing in Montreal, Canada before coming to California. Worked for awhile in Porterville and Springfield near Visalia. She came to Stockton where she met and married Joseph T. Jacobs. Beloved mother of Mary, Joseph Jr., John and...
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Hilda Virginia Weldy
May 2, 1926 - October 27, 2011
Hilda Virginia Weldy, 87 passed away on October 27, 2011. Hilda was a native of Stockton. She was born on May 2, 1924 to Domenico and Adalcisa Scabbiolo of Italy. Mrs Weldy worked for M. Calosso and Sons for 40 years. Hilda is preceded in death by her husband, James D. Weldy. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie A. Sohnrey, her grandchildren Rachele and Kevin and her great granddaughter,...
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Mary Castanon Gutierrez
April 7, 1925 - October 27, 2011
Mary Castanon Gutierrez, 86, passed away on October 27, 2011. She was a lifelong Stockton resident and a loving mother, sister, and grandmother. Mary was the beloved wife of Louis Gutierrez and loving mother of Richard and Tony and the late Theresa. She was the loving grandmother of 8, great grandmother of 27 and great great grandmother of 3. Mary was the dear sister of Felix, Tony, Joe and the...
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Geraldine Dunlap
April 11, 1923 - October 23, 2011
Geraldine "Gerry" Dunlap passed away on October 23, 2011. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Gladys and Renaldo Jeffry, brother Bradford Jeffry and husbands Francis Roach and Carter "Pat" Dunlap. She is survived by a loving family, children Jane Butterfield (Jerry), Carter Dunlap and Natilee Meacham; nieces Dana Scaramastro, Linda Brett, Julie Niven and nephew Brad Jeffry.
She...
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Mingo Guerrini
December 3, 1925 - October 22, 2011
Mingo Guerrini, 85 was born in Lodi to the late Giacomo and Catherina Guerrini. Mingo was the husband for 65 years of Angie Guerrini of Stockton. He was the brother of Enes Damilano and uncle of Richard Damilano, Kenneth Damilano, Jeffery Damilano, Vannesa Damilano, Katrina (John) Evans, Teresa and Gina Damilano. After high school Mingo started in the agricultural business, farming many acres...
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James J.D. Hodges
November 5, 1946 - October 21, 2011
In loving memory of James Dwight Hodges, born on November 5, 1946 in Indiana, James passed away October 21, 2011 in Modesto, Ca. he is now with our Heavenly Father.
James spent his youth in Ohio, then moved to California, he made his home in California, he shared his growing up years in Ohio with his wife and family and many friends here in California.
James is survived by his beloved wife...
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Donald Jarvis
December 17, 1934 - October 20, 2011
Don Jarvis entered into eternal rest on Oct. 20, 2011 in Stockton, CA. A 39 year resident of Escalon. Don is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Frances, his children, Craig (Kris) Jarvis, and Michelle Coker (Joe), he leaves behind his grandchildren, Bryan and Aaron Jarvis, Brandon Nelson, Stephanie, Misti, Kelsey, and Brandi Coker along with his brother, Mike Jarvis of Stockton. Don is...
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Bonnie Jamie Skelly
October 18, 1957 - October 16, 2011
Bonnie died at home peacefully in her sleep just days before her 54th birthday. She was born in Pahala, Hawaii, with Downs Syndrome and through her disability gifted those who knew and loved her, lessons in how beautiful special needs children truly are. She moved to Stockton with her family when she was two years old. Bonnie attended the Activity Center for many years and enjoyed bowling with...
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Jesus Huerta
November 15, 1938 - October 15, 2011
Esta pagina es un tributo para el Sr. Jesus Huerta para que sus familiares y amistades lo recuerden y revivan sus gratos recuerdos. Asi como fue el en vida. Una persona de bien, honesta y carinoso. Con amor lo recuerdan su esposa, hijos, nietos y hermanos. El paso a major vida y se fue a reunir con sus padres el 15 de Octubre del 2011.Gracias por su apoyo y simpatia.
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Shirley Calbert
April 13, 1936 - October 12, 2011
Shirley M. (Schuler ) Calbert passed away peacefully on October 12, 2011 with loving family at her side. Born in Newellton, Louisiana on April 3, 1936 a beautiful spring day on her grandparents' farm. At the age of 7 her family relocated to Stockton, CA. where she completed her education and became a Barber. Shirley started her barber career working in barber shops in Los Angeles, Bay Area,...
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Eugenia Echandi
July 1, 1914 - October 12, 2011
Eugenia Secundina "Jean" Echandi passed peacefully in her sleep at her O'Connor Woods community, joining her husband Tomas, son Johnny, grandson Mark, her parents, all five of her siblings, and many cherished family and friends in Heaven. She is remembered fondly for her always present smile and positive attitude. Eugenia was born in Mutriku, Spain in the Basque province of Guipuzcoa. At age...
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Matthew Martin Sambrailo
January 8, 1924 - October 10, 2011
Matthew Martin Sambrailo, of Stockton, CA passed away peacefully at home on October 10, 2011, surrounded by his family. Matt was born in Stockton on January 8, 1924, graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1942, and began working at Stockton Field as a crashsite fireman. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during WWII and began his career with the Stockton Fire Department in 1946. During his 31...
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Dorothy Armanino
October 27, 1922 - October 8, 2011
Dorothy Armanino passed away on October 8, 2011 in Modesto. She is survived by her sons, John Burnett (Pat) of Paso Robles, CA .and Norman Burnett (Sharon) of Turlock, CA. Dorothy also leaves behind 3 grandchildren, 3 ½ great grandchildren, and her sister Marilyn of Beaverton, OR. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ernest J. Armanino.
Dorothy was a former Grand President of the...
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John Agostino Demattei
May 21, 1922 - October 8, 2011
John Agostino Demattei 89, a lifelong Stockton resident, passed away October 8, 2011. Mr. Demattei served in the U.S. military during WWII. He worked for Stockton Unified School District for 8 years before his retirement and he was also a member of the Italian Gardners Society. He was the beloved husband for 53 years of Silvana Demattei. Devoted father of David (Sheila) Demattei and Donald...
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Yvonne Cecilia Machado
March 14, 1924 - October 4, 2011
Born March 14, 1924, passed away peacefully on October 4 2011 surrounded by her loving family. Yvonne continued to put her family first to the very end. During her illness, Yvonne showed both strength and grace. Yvonne is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Antonio Machado. Yvonne was loved by many but especially by her four children Madaline Machado (Florencio Burbano), Diane...
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Luis V. Dominguez
June 11, 1921 - October 1, 2011
Luis V. Dominguez, 90, joined his beloved wife Julia peacefully on Saturday, October 1, 2011. He was born June 11, 1921, at Del Rio, and later lived in Galveston, Texas where his mother passed on. When the United States entered the Second World War, Luis enlisted in the U.S. at Fort Sam Houston in 1942 and became a member of the 506 Parachute Infantry. Being afraid of heights he was transferred...
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Suleiman Negeim
April 26, 1932 - September 30, 2011
Suleiman Aziz Negeim, 79, passed away on Friday September 30, 2011 in Stockton. He was born April 26, 1932 in Palestine.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 pm Wednesday October 5, 2011 at Los Gatos Memorial Park 2255 Los Gatos Almaden Road, San Jose, CA 95124.
Visitation will be held at DeYoung Memorial Chapel 601 N. California St., Stockton, CA on Tuesday October 4, 2011 from 9:00 am-5...
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Kathleen Diane Ludwig
January 8, 1947 - September 29, 2011
Kathleen Diane Cromer Ludwig born into llfe January 8, 1947 to Bill & Irene Cramer. Entering into eternal life September 29, 2011. Entering into eternal life before her Bill Cramer-Father, aunts, uncles, grandparents and cousins. Survived by husband Dale, mother Irene, sister Norene, daughter Kelly, grandson Donney, Aunt Evie, niece Michelle, grand niece Breanna, grand nephews Anthony, Benny,...
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Eugene Charles Ensley
July 11, 1929 - September 29, 2011
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Marie Kaiser
May 17, 1917 - September 27, 2011
Marie E. Kaiser passed away September 27, 2011 in Stockton, born in Linden on May 17, 1917. She had 7 brothers and 2 sisters. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Kaiser and her grandson, Patrick Murray.
She is survived by two brothers, Tony Machado of Tracy and Bill Machado of Linden, her loving children, Connie Way (Norman) of Manteca, Susan Hunt (Curtis) of Vacaville, and Bill...
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Maryann Webber
May 22, 1944 - September 26, 2011
Maryann Webber, 67, passed away September 26, 2011 surrounded by her loving family and dear friend. She was born in Oakland, CA and has lived the majority of her life in Stockton. She attended Stagg High School and was a member of Church of the Presentation. Maryann was an Insurance Agent for more than 40 years and was an active member of the Insurance Women's Group of San Joaquin. She was the...
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Kenneth "Flounder" Vetter, Sr.
September 6, 1961 - September 26, 2011
Kenneth "Flounder" Vetter, Sr. passed away on September 26, 2011 at the age of 50. Born in San Francisco on September 6, 1961. He is survived by his wife of 10 years, Inez. His children, Chantel Miller (Jason), Kenneth II (Kandis), Kristopher (Andrea), Isabel (Abel), Josephine (Ramiro), Veronica (Rudy), Arturo (Cristina), Gabriela (Christopher). Leaves behind 18 ½ grandchildren, his brother,...
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Clarence Hank Healy
February 8, 1922 - September 25, 2011
Clarence (Hank) Healy, 89 joined his Heavenly Father on September 25, 2011. He was born in Los Angeles on February 8, 1922 and moved with his family to the Stockton area as a young child. Hank has lived in Stockton, on and off, for his entire life. He attended local grammar schools, Stockton High and Modesto and San Joaquin Delta Colleges. He married his loving wife of 64 years, Dolores (Dodie)...
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Jessie R Sanchez
November 7, 1924 - September 22, 2011
Jessie Sanchez entered into rest on September 22, 2011 at the age of 86. She was born on November 7, 1924 in Los Angeles, CA to Santos Ramirez and Isidra Ramirez and resided in Stockton, CA. She married Rafael Valenzuela and together they had three daughters and two sons. She later married Jose Sanchez. She was the Center of our lives and the strong thread that bound us all as one FAMILIA. We are...
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Marijean Verna Rea
January 9, 1924 - September 20, 2011
A lifelong Stockton resident, Marijean was born to Elpha and Ben Cassidy on January 9, 1924 and passed away suddenly on September 20, 2011 at the age of 87.
She was a loving wife, proud mother, devoted grandmother and attentive friend. Marijean will be missed by her children Judy Ospital, Francene Tabak (Stewart), Bernie Rea (Linda), Tom Rea (Amy), her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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Dick D. Teczon, Jr.
December 24, 1937 - September 19, 2011
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Dick D. Teczon, Jr.
Dec. 24, 1937 - Sept. 19, 2011
Beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather, Dick D. Teczon, Jr., born on December 24, 1937, in Phoenix, AZ, passed away on Monday, September 19th, 2011 in Stockton.
Dick is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Betty. Through the years they raised 3 loving children, Ricky (Pat), Kelly (Gilbert) and...
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Olga Nieves Guerrero
August 5, 1950 - September 19, 2011
Olga Nieves Guerrero, 61, was born August 5, 1950 in Hanford, CA and passed away in Stockton, September 19, 2011. She was the beloved mother of Christina Irene Garcia Rocha, Michael William Garcia Jr. and the late Richard Lopez Garcia. She was the loving grandmother of 6. Dear sister of Gloria Sterni, Naomi Hurtado, Emily Guerrero, Johnny Guerrero, Raul Guerrero and the late Margo Guerrero,...
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Kao Bounsalat
August 2, 1917 - September 16, 2011
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DeAnne Danielle Nakatsu-DeDios
June 9, 1973 - September 12, 2011
DeAnne Nakatsu-DeDios born June 9, 1973 was taken from us suddenly on Sept. 12, 2011. She leaves behind her husband of 12 years, Alfonso DeDios her children BreAnna, Joseph, Kailee and Ayanna. She is also survived by her parents, Ken and Rosalee Nakatsu her sister Stefanie Nakatsu-Martinez and her family, mother-in-law, Marianne DeDios she was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Robert...
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Stella L. Romo
February 13, 1916 - September 11, 2011
Mrs. Stella L. Romo of Stockton passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at the age of 95. A native of Carrizozo, New Mexico, she was born to Benjamin and Francisca Lujan on February 13, 1916. Mrs. Romo and her husband, Felix, moved to Pittsburg, California in 1934. She resided there for sixty-one years before moving to Stockton in 1995. She is survived by her son, Felix Romo, and his wife,...
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Geraldine Marie Peth
October 10, 1948 - September 10, 2011
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Frank James Garavano
January 30, 1913 - September 9, 2011
Frank James Garavano, a businessman and son of Italian immigrants, died at his home on Sept. 9th at the age of 98. He was proceeded in death by his loving wife of 67 years, Irene Stefani Garavano, along with this parents the late Constantino and Teresa Garavano.
Franks families' story is a true American success story. His father arrived from Italy in 1903. After working as a dockworker,...
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Alba Soracco Barosso
January 15, 1912 - September 9, 2011
Alba Soracco Barosso passed away of natural causes on September 9, 2011. Alba was born in San Francisco, California on January 15, 1912 to parents Angelo and Maria Corsiglia Soracco.
Alba was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband Francesco Barosso, and her niece Benita McCarty.
Alba is survived by her nephew George McCarty, his daughter Cheryl Catlip and granddaughter Michelle...
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Nancy G Hanley-Wright
November 16, 1926 - September 7, 2011
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Robert 'Bob" Scanavino
January 6, 1944 - September 5, 2011
Robert passed away peacefully on Monday, September 5 with his family at his side. He is survived by his loving wife Susan and his 4 devoted children, Robert V. Scanavino, Tom Spitaleri (wife Kerri), Denise Fowler (husband Jim) and Joanna Scanavino. Also by his 5 grandchildren, Shawn Scanavino, Elizabeth, Tiffany, and James Lee Fowler and Kaylan Keith. Also, along with 3 great-grandchildren, he...
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Phyllis Ann Richichi
July 3, 1935 - September 4, 2011
Phyllis Ann Richichi, 76, was born to Thomas and Hattie Blackburn in Cairo, Illinois, July 3, 1935. Phyllis was a longtime Stockton resident and had worked as a bookkeeper in the insurance industry for many years. Her most recent position was with WestMar. She loved to travel and spend time with family and had a special fondness for her loving nieces and nephews. She is survived by her sisters,...
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Manuel R. Rivas
June 4, 1929 - September 4, 2011
Mr. Manuel R. Rivas, III, passed away in Stockton on September 4, 2011 at age 82. A native of Oxnard, California, he was born to Manuel and Soyla Rivas on June 4, 1929. Mr. Rivas was a supervisor at Tri Valley Growers in Stockton retiring after 37 years. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather as well as a devoted friend. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Dolores Tovar...
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David Benjamin Epstein
May 3, 1912 - August 29, 2011
David Epstein was born May 3, 1912 in Los Angeles, California to Benjamin Epstein and Anna Lapping, immigrants from Russia. He grew up in San Diego and graduated from San Diego State in 1935 with a Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science. He then went on to do post graduate work at the University of California at Berkeley. He became the co-owner of the Stockton Bargain Spot and settled in...
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Larry Joseph Guidi
October 20, 1942 - August 28, 2011
Lawrence "Larry" Joseph Guidi, 68 was born in Stockton, CA October 20, 1942 and passed away August 28, 2011. Larry was a 1960 graduate of Stagg High School. He had also been in the National Guard, a member of the Franklin Syndicate and a member of the Italian Athletic Club. Larry was the owner for many years of San Joaquin Display Company, Delta Liquor and Gaines Liquor. He was the beloved...
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Janelle Erline Serpico
May 23, 1955 - August 28, 2011
Janelle Erline Serpico, 59, passed away in Modesto, CA on August 28, 2011. Janelle was a longtime area resident and was a Human Resource and Compliance Manager for many years. She was the beloved mother of Alica Serpico and loving sister of Tom and Barbara Smith all of Stockton. She was a dear friend to Bob and Linda Stroh of Pioneer. She is also survived by her niece, Janet Ernst of Colorado...
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Julianne Viani Amundson
August 20, 1942 - August 27, 2011
"The world is a better place because of the lives she has touched". This quote from the Peace Corps truly captures the spirit of Julianne Amundson who died peacefully Saturday,
August 27, 2011. A vibrant, adventurous mother of four, she was a citizen of the world and the embodiment of servanthood. She lived a faith-filled life devoted to her family, their interests, her communities, and her...
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Dora Savali Tia
September 26, 1947 - August 26, 2011
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Teresa Alonso Hanagan
May 14, 1923 - August 26, 2011
Teresa Alonso Hanagan, passed away peacefully with her husband of 55 years at her side, on August 26, 2011. Born May 14, 1923 in Zacos, Spain she is survived by her husband George "Jerry", children Terri (Jim), Frank (Rhoni), José (Carey), Clara (Taras), grandchildren Gabriela, Nicolas, Logan and Noah, daughter-in-law Kim, sister Veri Pertejo Alonso of Malaga, Spain. Her unwavering strength came...
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Marcel Francis Villaron, Jr.
March 22, 1947 - August 24, 2011
Marcel "Bud" Villaron, Jr. passed away in Lodi on August 24th. A lifelong resident of Stockton, he was born to Nadine and Marcel Sr. on March 22, 1947. Bud graduated from Lincoln High School where he lettered twice in diving. Bud served in the Air Force from 1965 to 1969. After the Air Force, he worked for more than 30 years in the construction industry, doing everything from real estate,...
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Jack Yee Fong
June 12, 1927 - August 22, 2011
Jack Yee Fong, 84, of Stockton, passed away on August 22, 2011, in Sacramento, California. He was born on June 12, 1927, in Stockton, California, to King Chuck Fong and Chin Lai Fong.
Jack enlisted in the United States Navy in 1945 and served as a Seaman First Class SV-6 USNR. After an honorable discharged from the Navy, he went on to graduate from Stockton College in 1949. Jack lived in...
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Louis Medel
August 8, 1926 - August 22, 2011
Louis died after a short illness with his loved ones by his side at St. Joseph's Hospital in Stockton on August 22, 2011. He was born on August 8, 1926 to Trinidad and Soledad Medel. He served in the U.S. Navy in WWII. He retired from Tracy Defense Depot as a Branch Chief with 36 yrs of service. Louis was a caring and affectionate husband, father and grandfather. He never gave up or walked away...
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