Phil Jolly, age 80, passed away at a local hospital on November 1, 2010 of cardiac arrest. Phil Jolly was born in Montpelier, Vermont on July 20, 1930, to Hector and Edith Jolly. He went to school in Hartford, Connecticut. He went into the Army in 1947 and re-enlisted on February 1950. He was sent to Korea in September 1950, he was in the First Cavalry Division where his unit was overrun by the Chinese Army and was a P.O.W. captured November 2. He came home in January of 1951 and was honorably discharged in March 1953. Mr. Jolly married Alice Helwig on March 3, 1951. He was employed at General Mills 1964 to 1960; Lodi Ambulance from 1960-1964; A & P Fuller Rental from 1964-1973; Stockton Ford from 1973-1978; he then was self employed selling farm equipment. He was an active member at First Baptist Church, he taught high school, was a deacon and usher for 65 years. He was past commanders and Chaplain for our P. O.W's Delta Chapter. He enjoyed camping, boating, fishing, antique tractors, and Gospel music.
He is survived by his wife of 591/2 years Alice Jolly; sons Dale (Mary) of Lodi and Dave (Michele) of Lafayette; grandchildren Stefan and Marisa of Lodi, Brayden of Lafayette; sister Elizabeth Morris of Rancho Cordova. He was preceded in death by son Danny; brother Gene and sister Mary.
Friends are invited to visit on Thursday, November 4, from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. at Lodi Funeral Home. A Chapel service will be held on Friday, November 5, at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with committal to immediately follow at Cherokee Memorial Park. A virtual register may be signed at www.lodifuneralhome.com where memories can be shared. Lodi Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Published by Lodi-News Sentinel from Nov. 3 to Nov. 10, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Phil Jolly

19 Entries

Scott DuPriest

October 28, 2022

You are my good friend Phil! See you forever

Ted Scott DuPriest

October 28, 2020

I miss you my friend! See you forever "+"

November 8, 2010

Alice and family,
Blackie and I are so sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I was reading on-line the Lodi News and I just now saw his obituary. We always enjoyed visiting with you and Phil. Our loss is Heaven's gain. We will see him again someday. What an awesome thought. Our prayers are with you and your family. Reach out to our Heavenly Father for your strength in the days to come. He will never leave you nor forsake you.
We love you Alice,
Bill (Blackie)& Lanna Black

November 7, 2010

Dave,Dale and family, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. That is always a tough thing.Try to remember the good times and take care.
Mitch Tvedt

Folsom Veterans Day Parade

Roger Lubiens

November 6, 2010

Phil and I were red Farmall tractor collectors friends since 1995 when he joined our club- Internatonal Harvester Collectors. Often we would meet to share our love for these red tractors at the Lodi Christmas parade, Mondavi chili cookoff where we displayed our tractors, Tulare Antique Farm Show, and the Folsom Veterans Day Parade. Phil was a great friend who served his country well. We salute him and I consider him to be an American Patriot of the highest caliber.

November 4, 2010

Dear Mrs. Jolly, Dale, Mary, Stefan, and Marisa: We wanted to express our sincere sympathy in your loss. We will treasure the memories shared together over the years for a long time. May you all find the strength, courage, and love during your grieving time. Our prayers are with you. God bless...Love, Brad, Yolanda, Sarah, and Calvin Watt and Angelina Comporato.

Audrey Harrison-Clanton

November 4, 2010

Dear Alice, Dale, David & Family-- I am so sorry for your loss. I remember our younger years getting together as families and Dad and Phil working at the Mill together and Mom and Alice being friends all these years. I know we all have fond memories, My prayers are with you during this sad time. It is ironic that Phil left this earth to be with our heavenly father on my birthday but someday we will be celebrating more than just a birthday when we meet again. He always made me smile. My prayers are with you. God bless!

November 4, 2010

Dave,Dale n Family. Ironic how our fathers made the paper on the same day. I have fond memories of you guys and your dad that I truly cherish. I take comfort in knowing that the angels are rejoicing in not only one, but two saints coming home from Lodi.
Prayers 4u sent. God Bless....Linc

Virgil & Dorothy Raggi

November 4, 2010

Alice & Family. We want to express our deepest sympathy in the passing of your loved one Phil. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories. God Bless

sandy culbertson

November 4, 2010

Alice and Family,
What wonderful memories I have of youth group at First Baptist Church and through the years!! I am so very thankful for what Phil gave to me and the guidance and love he showed over the years everytime we met!! I know he is in the Lords hands now and my prayers and love to you all!!
Sandy (Fachner) Culbertson

Heidi Myers

November 3, 2010

To the Jolly Family,
I was one of the nurses who cared for Mr. Jolly while at Lodi Memorial. He was such a delight and had a beautiful smile. I enjoyed talking with him and providing him with care. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.

Lenore (von Berg) Nies

November 3, 2010

Alice and family...I am so happy I had a chance to visit with Phil in August at a funeral I attented at the Legion. He was a wonderful man...the first thought I had when I read the paper this morning was that he gets to see Danny...I remember him so well also.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Marta Johnson

November 3, 2010

Dear Alice and Boys, I'm saddened to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of times spent with your family when I was a child. Those were lovely times. My hearfelt condolences, Marta Saulsbury-Beckman-Johnson

Janet Cole

November 3, 2010

Dear Alice & family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and keep you safe in his arms. You all have wonderful memories to treasure and hold on to. I'm sorry that I wont be able to attend the service. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Arnold & Lydia Cantu

November 3, 2010

To the Jolly Family, so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in your memories of him. God Bless
Arnold & Lydia Cantu

Chuck & Jeri Springer

November 3, 2010

Alice and family:
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
God bless you and we are thankful for his life and service to our country.

Cindy Harrell

November 3, 2010

Mrs. Jolly,

I am so sorry for your loss. Mr Jolly is a true American hero.

November 3, 2010

Alice,

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Hold on to the wonderful memories and know that he's watching over you.

Anna Azevedo (Your old F&M co-worker)

Scotty DuPriest

November 3, 2010

Alice, Dale & Dave and Family,
Your Husband & Father was a great guy and I loved him dearly. I had the privilege of his teaching not only ushering, but in character…and Phil was just that a character. He was rough on the outside and tender on the inside. I will see him again soon as we all will. My prayers are with you all at this time of great loss. See you forever Phil !!!
Scotty

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