San Joaquin County CA Obituary Project Obituaries.....Wallinger, Harry October 24 2004 ********************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/obits/obitsca/obitsca.htm ********************************************************** File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Cheryl Davis-Holman Cis1052@aol.com October 31, 2004, 5:09 pm The Record October 29, 2004 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Originally published Friday, October 29, 2004 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Deaths Reported | Obituaries | Memoriams The following deaths have been reported in the last 24 - 48 hours: Virginia "Ginny" Bird Jan. 8, 1937 - Oct. 27, 2004 Age 67, of Woodbridge. Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home. 209-334-9613 Jennie K. Brandow July 15, 1914 - Oct. 27, 2004 Age 90, of Manteca, CA Park View 209-982-1611 Wendy Fugle Feb. 5, 1939 - Oct. 27, 2004 Age 65, of Stockton. Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home. 209-334-9613. Bertha Gardea Aug. 8, 1953 - Oct. 27, 2004 Age 51, of Stokton. DeYoung Memorial Chapel. 209-466-8075 Mauree Massey April 9, 1923 - October 27, 2004 Age 81, of Stockton. DeYoung Memorial Chapel. 209-466-8075 Robert L. Mastin July 15, 1922 - Oct. 28, 2004 Age 82, of Stockton. Frisbie- Warren & Carroll Mortuary. 209-464-4711 Gerald Cham Mills Aug. 10, 1946 - Oct. 26, 2004 Age 58, of Stockton. Alternative Burial & Cremation. 209-464-5329 Earl W. Sibert, Jr. March 8, 1921 - October 28, 2004 Age 83, of Stockton. Park View Funeral Home. 209-982-1611 Olivia Green-Wigfall Sept. 14, 1929 - Oct. 27, 2004 Age 75, of Stockton, CA Jesse E. Cooley 209-948-9750 Virginia Keller Aug. 9, 1909 - Oct. 22, 2004 Age 95, of Tacoma, WA. Rocha's Mortuary, 209-368-5128 Back to Top Stockton | Manteca |Tracy | All Other Cities Stockton Stockton Guadalupe "Lupe" Cisneros, Sr. August 11, 1939 - October 25, 2004 Guadalupe "Lupe" Cisneros, Sr., 65, a native of Mexico, passed away on Mon-day, October 25, 2004. He was born Aug- ust 11, 1939. He was the beloved father of Jose Cisneros Jr. of Stockton, Monica Higareda of Anaheim, and the late Greg Cisneros. Loving brother of Adrian Cisneros, Felix Cisneros, Adolfo Cisneros, Francisco Cisneros, Jesus Cisneros, Lorenzo Cisneros all of Mexico, Tarino Cisneros of Los Angeles, and Soledad Cisne- ros of Mexico. Preceded in death by 1 sister and 3 brothers. Grand-father of 13, and great grandfather of 2. Family and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services Tuesday, November 2, 2004, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of the Palms Funeral Home, 303 S. California St., Stockton. A Rosary will be recited Monday evening at 6:00 p.m. in the Mortuary Chapel. Visitation will be Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Committal at San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton Leon James Smith Nov. 11, 1974 - Oct. 23, 2004 Leon James Smith, 29, died Saturday, October 23, 2004; born November 11, 1974 in Illinois. Services: Fri., Oct. 29, 2004, at 11a.m. Lifeseed Christian Fellowship Church, 3645 N. El Dorado St., Stockton. Private committal. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton Terry F. Gaines, Jr. Sept. 23, 1982 - Oct. 23, 2004 Terry F. Gaines, Jr., 22, was born on September 23, 1982, in Stockton, California to Terry F. Gaines, Sr. and Tressa L. Bottley. Lil' Terry loved playing football and was enrolled at Delta College Athletic Department to pursue his dream to play professional football. Terry played Pop Warner for the Southside Vikings, and in high school he played for the Franklin Yellow Jackets. He also played for the semi-pro Central Valley Cobras #25. As a child Lil' Terry loved going fishing with his father and caring for his little sister. He also loved writing music and rapping. He leaves to mourn his father Terry F. Gaines, Sr.; mother, Tressa L. Richardson (Tarnell Richardson); brother, Contavion Gaines and sister Amani Gaines. Services will be held on Monday, November 1, 2004, 11:00 a.m. at Pearly Gate C.O.G.I.C., 2171 E. 11th Street, Stockton. Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 31, 2004 from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Thompson Memorial Chapel. www.thompsonmemorialchapel. com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton Wendy R. Westmorland Feb. 5, 1951 - Oct. 24, 2004 Wendy R. Westmorland, 53, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2004. She was born on February 5, 1951, in San Francisco, CA. Services: Sat., October 30, 1:00 p.m. at Greater White Rose C.O.G.I.C., 2340 S. Pilgrim St., Stockton. Visitation: Friday, October 29, 2004, 6 - 7 p.m. Private committal. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton Clifford "Cliff" Russell Sept. 16, 1936 - Oct. 26, 2004 Clifford "Cliff" Russell, 68, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2004. Born September 16, 1936 in Oklahoma. He was an Army veteran. He worked in San Joaquin County Assessors office as Auditor/ Appraiser. He was a Real Estate Appraiser for State Savings & Loan Association. He owned his Real Estate Appraisal Business, Russell & Associates. He was a UOP sports fan. At age 62, he began racing BMX bikes, winning numerous races. He was an avid golfer at Brookside Country Club. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Erma Russell; son, Buzz Russell and wife Marie; daughters, Denise Darwin and husband Geoff, and Robin Pearson and husband Steve; step son, Erle Ensley; grandchildren, Amber and Chris Russell, Jackie Roshay, and Brad Garrison; step-grandchildren, Joey, Amy, and Mathew Ensley; brother, Doyle Russell and wife Ann; sister-in-law, Elsie Boncore and husband Carlo. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 30, 2004 at 12 noon at 4246 Pebble Beach Drive, Stockton. Committal: San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery, Gustine, CA -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton Yu Yee Wong Tse Feb. 12, 1917 - October 24, 2004 Yu Yee Wong Tse, 87, born February 12, 1917 in China, passed away on October 24, 2004 in Stockton. She moved to the United States in 1978 and proudly became a U.S. citizen in 1993. She was a caring, hardworking mother and grandmother, devoting all her love and time to her family. She is survived by her loving daughter, Sharon Mah; and her three dear grandchildren, Dennis Mah, Rosanne Mah and Rosina Mah. She had the spirit of a lion and a heart of gold. She will be dearly missed. Friends and family are invited to attend a Graveside Service on Monday, November 1, 2004 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chinese Cemetery. Mathews Rd and I-5, in French Camp. Friends are invited to attend visitation on Sunday, October 31, 2004 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at DeYoung Memorial Chapel at 601 N. California St. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton John T. Lee Aug. 28, 1939 - October 27, 2004 John T. Lee, 65, passed away on October 27, 2004. John worked for 30+ years for Hank & Tony's Building Supply. John T. Lee was the son of the late Tony W. and Cecilia N. Lee; beloved father of Brian Lee, John Lee, Jr., Cindy Lee, Kevin Lee and Kimberly Lee-Mazzuola, all of Lodi; dear brother of Gloria Smith and husband, Ed, of Fairoaks and Toni Kaplan and husband, Fred, of Stockton. Cherished grandfather of 5, and great-grandfather of 2. Numerous nieces and nephews survive him. Friends and family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at DeYoung Memorial Chapel, 601 N. California St., Stockton on Monday, November 1, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be held at DeYoung Memorial Chapel on Sunday, October 31, 10 a.m.-5 pm and Monday November 1, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Committal will be private. Memorials to Hospice, are preferred, 1470 Enea Cir., Suite 1745, Concord, CA 94520. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton Tibor J. Horvath October 27, 1921 - October 27, 2004 Tibor J. Horvath, 83, was born October 27, 1921, in Nagybak- onak, Hungary. He died Wednes day, October 27, 2004, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Horvath was a chemical engineer and a university professor in Hungary. In the wake of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, he heroically led his wife and young children to freedom in the United States where he worked as a research chemist and program manager for various pharmaceutical and agricultural companies. He was a resident of Stockton from 1963 to 1973 and moved back to Stockton after his retirement in 1983. He was an avid chess and bridge player achieving the level of life master. Mr. Horvath passionately loved the United States and prided himself in the extensive exploration of his adoptive country. He will be remembered for his keen intelligence, his love of nature and spirit of adventure, his wonderful singing voice, and his devotion to his family. Survived by Katalin, his loving wife of 60 years; his children and their spouses, Clara Horvath, Tibor Z. Horvath, Kathy and Chris Barrere, Julie and Dave Stephens, Maria and Bill Miller; grandchildren and their spouses, Sean and Shannon Stephens, Gretchen and John Hydo, Howard and Cara Hawley, Christine and Josh Hassey, Peter, Jim, and Laurie Barrere, Andrea and Forrest Horvath, William Miller; great-grandchildren, Kharyssa Cumberledge, Morgann, Brooke, and Sydnee Stephens, and Jake Hydo. Funeral Mass at O'Connor Woods Chapel located at Wagner Heights Road on Friday, October 29, 2004 at 12:30 p.m., followed by a reception in the O'Connor Woods Club House. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton George Machado October 28, 1923 - October 22, 2004 George L. Machado of Linden died peacefully October 22, 2004, in Stockton. George was an avid gardener who enjoyed sharing the results of his skills, and a world traveler whose travels included many trips to the Azores, homeland of his parents. He was especially proud of his many years with the U.S. Postal Service in Linden, retiring as Assistant Postmaster. Born on the family ranch in Linden, George lived there all of his life. He was a graduate of Linden Schools. His affiliations included the Linden Chamber of Commerce and Portuguese Fraternal Organizations. He was the son of Portuguese immigrants, Angelina and Gregorio Machado, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Alma; brothers Manuel Pimentel of Tracy; Joe Pimentel of Linden; Thomas Pimentel of Sacramento; and sister Clara Jackson of Stockton. He is survived by his sister Marie Kaiser of Stockton; brothers Tony Machado of Tracy and William Machado of Linden; step-daughter, Catherine Smith of Oxnard; and many nieces and nephews. A Vigil Service will be held at DeYoung Mortuary, 601 N. California Street, Stockton, at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, October 31, 2004. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Linden at 10:30 a.m., Monday, November 1, 2004, with committal following at San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery, 719 E. Harding Way in Stockton. Visitation will be Saturday, October 30, 2004, at DeYoung Mortuary from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday, October 31, 2004, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It was George's wish that contributions in his memory be made to Make-a-Wish Foundation, 1401 Halyard Dr., West Sacramento, CA, 95691. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton Walter P. Munday June 9, 1916 - October 26, 2004 Walter P. Munday, 88, died suddenly on October 26, 2004, following surgery. He was born in San Diego on June 9, 1916 and attended school there. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1939 and was assigned to the Medical Corps at Letterman General Hospital in San Francisco. Many of the men wounded at Pearl Harbor were sent to Letterman and Walt worked with them on the surgical ward. In 1942 he was re-assigned to the Medical Detachment at Ogden Arsenal in Utah. Here he met his future wife, Kathleen, who was secretary to the Post Surgeon. They were married on June 9, 1944 (his birthday). At the end of the war they went to San Diego where their two children were born, Susan and Brian. He transferred into the Veterinary Corps which involved food inspection of meat products being purchased by the Armed Forces. In 1954 he was sent to Korea for about 6 months and then to Japan where his family joined him for the next two years. He was then assigned to the Presidio in San Francisco and worked in the South Bay and East Bay area. He retired in 1974 after serving 22 years in the Army and 10 years with the U.S.D.A. Meat Inspection. He was an avid golfer for most of his adult life. He was a painter and was a volunteer art instructor for seniors at Seifert Center for 15 years. He was a Mason for many years and belonged to the Stockton Art League and SIRS Branch #67. Walt was one of nine children, three of whom have survived - Charles of Stockton, Dorothy Yocum of Santa Maria and Gardner of El Cajon. Walt is survived by his wife of 60 years and his daughter, Susan of Oakland and son Brian of Stockton. Memorial Services will be held Monday, November 1, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 & Harney Lane, Lodi. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Stockton Arts League at the Elsie May Goodwin Gallery, 1902 Pacific Ave., Stockton, 95204. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stockton Franklin R. "Pete" Stewart Sept. 24, 1928 - Oct. 27, 2004 Franklin R. "Pete" Stewart, of Stockton, C. age 76 years, passed in a Stockton hospital on Wednesday, October 27, 2004. He was born on September 24, 1928 in Buncombe, Illinois to Ernest "Bill" and Millie (Rich) Stewart. He was reared and educated there, and in 1951, during the Korean Conflict was inducted to the U.S. Army. In 1953 he was honorably discharged as a Corporal. For over 50 years he has resided in Stockton, and was employed by the State of California at the Stockton State Hospital as a Psychiatric Technician for 40 years. He retired in 1987. He was a member of the Morning Star Masonic Lodge No. 68 in Stockton, and enjoyed camping, fishing and square dancing. Mr. Stewart is survived by his wife, Mildred L. Stewart of Stockton; son and his wife Jim and Colleen Stewart of Stockton; 2 granddaughters Corie Elizabeth and Kimberlee Ann Stewart; 2 brothers, William Stewart, and Jack and his wife Julie Stewart of Buncombe, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, November 2nd, 1:00 p.m. in Evergreen Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane in Lodi, CA. The Morning Star Masonic Lodge No. 68 will officiate, with the U.S. Army Honor Guard presenting military honors. Entombment will follow in Sierra View Mausoleum. Visitation will be held prior to the funeral on Tuesday 12:00-1:00 p.m. in Evergreen Chapel. Service under the direction of Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Manteca Manteca Katherine J. Brandow July 15, 1914 - Oct. 27, 2004 Katherine J. Brandow, 90, of Manteca, CA died Wed., Oct. 27, 2004 at Palm Haven Care Center in Manteca. She was born on July 15, 1914 in Cottontowne, TN and lived in Manteca for 59 years. She owned and operated Brandow's Manteca Floral for 30 years. Private family services were held. No visitation. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tracy Tracy Eutiquio Hernandez Jr. Jan. 17, 1957 - Oct. 21, 2004 Eutiquio Hernandez Jr., 47, died Oct. 21, 2004 in San Jose; born Jan. 17, 1957 in Gilroy, CA. A resident of Tracy for 5 years. Eutiquio was a salesperson for various types of businesses. He graduated from Gilroy High then went on to serve in the U.S. Army. Private services were held. Interment Tracy Public Cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tracy Yvette M. Walker April 25, 1926 - Oct. 25, 2004 Yvette M. Walker, 78, died Oct. 25, 2004 at her home in Tracy; born April 25, 1926 in France. Services Monday, November 8, 2004 1:00pm at Palm Pavillion, 4501 Pleasanton Ave. Alameda County Fairgrounds. Private interment. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All Other Cities Anderson, CA Rebecca Ann Russ March 19, 1954 - October 18, 2004 Mrs. Rebecca Ann Russ, 50, part time resident of Anderson, California, passed away on October 18, 2004, at her place of residence. Mrs. Russ was born March 19, 1954 in Columbia, California. She moved to Shasta County in 2001 from Plymouth, California. She was a Pharmacy Technician for various employers. Mrs. Russ is survived by her family, husband John Russ, of Plymouth, California; son, David Van Renselar of Los Angeles County, California; daughter, Suzanne Sergis of Stockton, California and 1 grandchild. Mrs. Russ was involved in many organizations that include volunteer for Haven Humane Society; member of National Region Chapter, Sacramento-Sierra Region chapter and the Tri County Chapter of Vintage Chevrolet Club of America; member of the Immaculate Conception Church and Choir in Sutter Creek, California, member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Anderson, California, and a life member of the National Chapter and Redwood Region Chapter of the Contemporary Historical Vehicle Association. Rebecca's hobbies included country music, gardening, crafts and was an avid reader. A Mass service for Mrs. Russ will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2004, at 11:00 a.m. at The Immaculate Conception Church in Sutter Creek, California. Father Liam McCarthy of the Immaculate Conception Church will officiate. The Immaculate Conception Men's Club will be hosting a reception following the Mass that will be held in Immaculate Conception Hall. Memorial contributions can be made to Haven Humane Society, P.O. Box 992202, Redding, California 96099-2202. Anderson's Chapel -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Arnold Delbert "Jeff" Jeffries Aug. 11, 1936 - Oct. 26, 2004 Delbert "Jeff" Jeffries, 68, pass- ed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2004, in a accident near Arnold, CA, car hit by a falling tree. He was born on August 11, 1936 in Tracy, CA. He was a truck driver for Chevron Oil Company for 37 years and a resident of Arnold for the past 18 years, previously a resident of Stockton. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose in Arnold, member of Ducks Unlimited, former member of Stockton Police Reserve and Alpine County Sheriff's Reserve. He was a former handgun instructor for the Stockton Police Department and the FBI. He was an avid Raiders fan. Survived by wife of 47 years, Bonnie Jeffries of Arnold; beloved dog, Savannah Rose; daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie Jeffries Lucero and her husband Steven. Private family service will be held at a later date. Private inurnment. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Calaveras Co., P.O. Box 2065, San Andreas, CA 95249. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lockeford Preston A. Ledbetter July 7, 1939 - Oct. 26, 2004 Preston Albert Ledbetter, 65, of Lockeford died Tues., Oct. 26, 2004 in a Stockton hospital; born on July 7, 1939 in Atascadero, CA. Friends are invited for a Memorial service on Mon., Nov. 1, 2004 at the Grace Church, 13301 Dawson Rd., Lockeford, CA at 2:00pm. Inurnment is private. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Modesto Peggy Arlene Silveira Jan. 9, 1936 - Oct. 25, 2004 Peggy Arlene Silveira, 68, died Mon., Oct. 25, 2004 in a Modesto hospital; born Jan. 9, 1936 in Porterville, CA. A resident of Modesto - previously of Manteca. Services: Fri., Oct 29, 2004 at 10am at P.L. Fry & Son Funeral Home, Manteca. No Visitation. Committal Parkview Cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Murphys Darrell Harris Jordan April 9, 1920 - Oct. 27, 2004 Darrell Harris Jordan, 84, died Oct. 27, 2004 at Mark Twain St. Joseph's Hospital in San Andreas; born April 9, 1920 in Salinas, CA. A resident of Murphys for 7 years. He was a Civil Engineer for East Bay MUD in Oakland for 32 years. Services: Mass of Christian Burial Sat., Oct. 30, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Angels Camp. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- San Andreas Patrick Sanchez April 20, 1966 - Oct. 26, 2004 Patrick Sanchez, 38, died Tues., Oct. 26, 2004; A native of San Andreas born April 20, 1966; Pat lived in the area all his life. He was a member of the American Legion. Graveside Services: Sat., Oct. 30, 2004 at Altaville Protestant Cemetery at 11am. Visitation Friday, Oct. 29 1pm-5pm at San Andreas Memorial Chapel. Back to Top Anthony Ybarra 6-27-76 to 10-29-95 It has been 9 years since God brought you Home. You are sadly missed everyday. Our hearts will always ache for your beautiful smile, your laughter, your touch and your voice. We all love you, Dad; brothers Steven, Eric & Michael; sisters Susan,Cindy Santos & Sarah; nieces & nephews -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In Loving Memory of Harry Wallinger Sept. 10, 1923 - Oct. 24, 2004 Harry Wallinger will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Harry was married to Beverly DiDonato for 29 years and was the beloved father to Linda (Bill) Wilson, Don Wallinger, Carol (Brian) Mom, John (Lori) Wallinger, Robert (Georgia) Wallinger; grandfather of five beautiful grandchildren, Seth, Shelbi, Aubrie Peralta and Jennifer, Westley Wallinger. Love You Always… File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/ca/sanjoaquin/obits/gob2497wallinge.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/caobfiles/ File size: 22.7 Kb