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Donald Luhdorff
(1934-2012)

Donald Luhdorff, 78, of Galt, passed away October 6, 2012 of natural causes.
He was born in Almaden, California, March 18, 1934.
He was married to Nancy Luhdorff of Portland, Oregon, until her passing in January 2009.
He served ten years in the United States Air Force as a Sergeant during the Korean War, stationed in Alaska and Okinawa.
He worked for Food and Machinery in locations as far away as New Zealand, for two years and moved to Galt, to work for Pacific Coast Producers in Lodi, where he retired at the end of his career.
Donald is survived by his sister Jeannie Salley; daughter, Elizabeth Walker and her husband, Keith; son Edward Luhdorff and his wife, Marcae; grandchildren, Joshua Walker and Wife Tabbitha, Zachery Walker, Krystine Walker, Jessica Luhdorff and Mariellel Luhdorff.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 Saturday, October 13 at Galt Funeral Home with a graveside service immediately following.

Kevin Mueller
(1963-2012)

Kevin passed away Oct. 18, 2012 in a local hospital.
He was born Sept. 16, 1963. He was 49.
He was employed at Sell-Rite, Goehring Meat Co.
He also worked in the tile trade and in the funeral business.
Kevin graduated from Lodi High in 1981, also attended S.F. College of Mortuary Science.
He is survived by mother, Bernice, brother Brian, daughter, Karli Mueller and former wife, Taryn.
Preceded in death by his dad, Darrell, close friends, Roger & Dave, by his grandparents, George & Martha Powers and Evoldt & Lydia Mueller.
He enjoyed the Giants, collecting Hot Wheels, and spending time with his daughter.
Kevin also enjoyed all types of musical concerts, the ocean and especially people.
He lived his life to the fullest.
Visitation will be Oct. 23 from 9am-11am.
Service will be at 11am at Temple Baptist Church. Luncheon will follow.

Parry Lee "PRay" Ray
(1947-2012)

Born Aug. 26, 1947 in San Francisco, Ca, Parry passed away in Stockton, CA, with his family by his side on October 4, 2012 at the age of 65.
Parry is survived by his daughters, Tiffany Bedal, Londyn Grueneberg and Parris Eastin, as well as the loves of his life, his grandchildren; Braiden and Brynn Bedal, Bailey Fernandez, Talyn Grueneberg and Harlee Eastin.
A memorial service will be held on Monday October 15th at 10 am.
The service will be held at 125 South Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA, in Kirst Hall.
In Lieu of Flowers, please make a donation to Shriner's Hospitals for Children in his name.
All are welcome to attend.
Please wear a color other than black.

Arline Irene (Steiner) Roth
(1944-2012)

Arline Irene Roth (Steiner) passed on the evening of Friday the 28th of September, 2012 at the young age of 68. She lived in Onalaska, WA, with her beloved husband of 52 years.
Arline was the 2nd of 4 children and was born to Joseph and Irene Steiner of Galt, CA, on March 16, 1944.
When Arline was just 14 years old, her father passed at the young age of 40 from a heart attack.
Being the strong young woman she was, Arline and her older brother helped her widowed Mother raise their 2 younger siblings.
At the age of 16, Arline met her husband, Donald, at a gas station in Lodi, CA, and later married at the old St. Peter's church in Lodi, CA, on January 28, 1962.
Arline and Donald had 3 sons together, Donald, Jr. (Nov. 1962), Duane (July 1965) and David (June 1969), and later adopted a 4th and oldest son, Perry.
Mrs. Roth retired from Del Monte Foods in Stockton, CA, after being with the company for 28 years.
Her husband, Donald, also retired in 2003 after 43 years.
Arline enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling, cooking, and gardening. She loved her rose garden and took pride in her roses.
Arline is survived by her Husband Donald E. Roth Sr.; 4 sons: Donald E Roth Jr., Duane L. Roth, David W. Roth and Perry Reeder; 2 Brothers: Kenneth Steiner and Jim Steiner; 1 Sister: Judy Welch; 12 Grandchildren: Gregory, Sherri, Kerri, Annie, Thomas, Donald, III; Ashley, Ashley, Aaron, Andrew, Breenna, and Brandon; and 17 Great Grand Children
There will be a memorial service held Saturday October 13th, 2012 at Lodi Lake at 1pm.
For questions, please contact Arline's granddaughter, Ashley Roth at 209-513-4237.

Brian and Raphael Saechao

Brian Tha Saechao, 30, and his son, Raphael Thon Saechao, 2, of Sacramento, passed away suddenly on Friday afternoon, October 12, 2012, from an unfortunate drowning incident in Sacramento.
Brian was born on December 29, 1981, in San Jose, California, raised in Lodi, and began living his dream as a family man making his home in Sacramento with his wife and son, Raphael. He was first and foremost a loving husband and father, a dedicated Mien Community Leader, and a professional social worker committed to serving and advocating for children and their families' rights and livelihoods.
Raphael was born on July 30, 2010, in Sacramento, California, and lived his entire vibrant life in Sacramento. He was the shining light of his parents' lives and gave them their purpose – to build a loving and strong family unit, to share their love and care with the community, and to cherish life's blessings. Raphael taught those around him about life in the way only a child so elegantly and intelligently could.
Brian and Raphael were and are inseparable – in life and passing. Since Raphael entered Brian's life, they both grew into their best selves and spirits.
Brian and Raphael are both survived by Fam Seng Chao (Brian's wife and mother of Raphael) and their unborn son, of Sacramento; Brian's father and mother, Mr. Fouta Yein Chao and Ms. Gain Kauy Saechao, of Lodi; Brian's siblings, May Saechao Matsui, Naita Saechao Chialvo, and David Tha Chao; Brian's paternal grandmother, Nai Sio Saechao, Lodi; Brian's maternal grandparents, Mr. Fou Kouy Saechao and Mrs. Koy Choy Saechin, San Jose; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and extended family here in the United States, Thailand and Laos.
Viewing Services will be held between 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Wednesday, October 17, at the Lodi Funeral home. A Memorial to celebrate Brian and Raphael's lives will be held between 12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. at the Lodi Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Lodi Memorial Park & Cemetery at 2:30 p.m.
Friends may call the Lodi Funeral Home for more details about the viewing and memorial: 725 South Fairmont Avenue, Lodi, CA. 209-369-3564
The interment location is at the Lodi Memorial Park & Cemetery – 5750 East Pine Street, Lodi, CA.
Information regarding donations to the Brian and Raphael Memorial Fund is forthcoming and will be provided at the Wednesday services.
Arrangements under the direction of Lodi Funeral Home.

Robert "Bob" Woods
(1923-2012)

Robert (Bob) Woods passed away on October 15, 2012 at the age of 89. He was born on April 4, 1923 as a 4th generation Lodian. He grew up on the family dairy, attended Lodi country schools and graduated from Lodi High School in 1942. He bought his first tractor at the age of 16 so he could go into business cultivating and cutting beans. He was drafted into the Army and served in Europe during WWII. He married his high school sweetheart, Eileen Kolb, and they have been happily married for 65 years. Bob and his high school friend Charles Ferdun started Ferdun and Woods Land Leveling and farm machinery business and developed a large portion of the Delta region for farming.
He loved his family and his career was his passion and often said that he never "worked" a day in his life as he enjoyed his business and the challenges that he faced everyday.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Connie Woods, his brother, Sam and sisters, Margaret Buckmaster and Edith Davis.
He is survived by his wife Eileen, daughters Shelly (Terry) Fischer of Sebastopol, Maryann (Ben) Spradley of Santa Barbara and five grandchildren, Greg, Jared and Justin Fischer of Santa Rosa and Kathryn and Adam Spradley of Santa Barbara.
A private service will be held at Cherokee Memorial Park Cemetery.
Donahue Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Marjory Francis "Marge" (Woodworth) Tone
(1915 - 2010)

Marge & Jack (Bud) Tone were married over 75 years. Of 15 siblings, Marge Tone is survived by her sister, Patty Agers; daughters Jacqueline Polk (Paul), Joanne Gyr (Walter), Kathleen Hammer (Gerard), Susan McCreery (Robert) and Patricia Gilbreath (Jerry), plus 3 more generations, so far.
Marge was an outstanding rancher & partner with Bud. Working with incredible dedication, they transformed Jack Tone Ranch into a modern farm and world famous Arabian horse ranch. Pioneer horse breeder; Marge produced Arabian horses respected and sought world-wide. Invited by Princes, Princesses & a President to travel the world as their guest, Marge's favorite place on earth was home at Jack Tone Ranch.
Beloved Marge, we miss her powerful character and beautiful soul. She epitomized absolute integrity with a pure heart full of love; a woman of true faith. We'll all be together again, Sweet Margie, God willing.
Rosary, Memorial Mass: 9:45 am Wed 11/17, St. Michael's, Stockton. Please send your special memories/stories of Marge to Jack Tone Ranch, 9749 N. Jack Tone Rd., Stockton, CA 95215 JackTone-Ranch@caldsl.net
Remembrances please to St. Joachim's; St. Michael's; or Jack Tone Ranch Historical Foundation.

A. Virginia Davis
(1938-2010)

On January 8, 2010, A. Virginia Davis, fondly known as Ginger to her family and friends, left her cancer ridden body to be with her precious Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Ginger, a retired SICU RN at St. Joseph's Medical Center, was known by her colleagues as the Fire Lady due to testing the fire alarm system by overcooking a bag of microwave popcorn. The City of Stockton Fire Department made her day by showing up in response to the alarm. The smoke carried two floors and she was never allowed to live it down. Ginger was employed by St. Joseph's Medical Center for 27 years, until her retirement in 2005.
Ginger was born in Canon City, CO, in 1938, raised in the Sacramento area, graduating from Grant Union High School in 1956. She married her husband and widower, Mel Davis, on May 26, 1961. They bore three beautiful children, Rachelle, Greg, and Linda who in turn gave them two son-in-laws, one daughter-in-law, and six grandchildren. She has two sisters and one brother and many nieces and nephews.
Ginger is much loved and will be missed but is rejoicing in the presence of her Savior and King. Look out pecan pie, here she comes. We love you, Sweets, Mama, and Grandma.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the A. Virginia "Ginger" Davis Memorial Nursing Fund at Jim Elliot Christian High School, 2695 W. Vine, Lodi, CA 95242.
There will be a celebration of life on Saturday, January 16th at First Baptist Church of Linden, at 1:30 p.m. with a light reception to follow.

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