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John Borelli Obituary
John attended Roosevelt Elementary and Stockton High School. He owned & operated John Borelli Jewelers in downtown Lodi, from 1969 to 2012. John loved his family and his community. Over the years he was President of the Lodi Downtown Business Association, the El Dorado Kiwanis Club, Lodi District Chamber of Commerce, on the Lodi Planning Commission, Head of Lodi Crime Stoppers, & on the Board of Directors as well as a Life Time Member of the Lodi Boys & Girls Club.
A Memorial Service will be held at Donahue Funeral Home, 123 N School St., Lodi on Monday, Feb. 23, at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow at New Hope Community Church, 330 S Fairmont Ave, Lodi. His family has asked that donations be made to Hospice of San Joaquin or New Hope Community Church, in lieu of flowers.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Borelli
John Borelli
February 15, 2025
Hey Dad, we are a few days away from 10 years since you left us. It is hard to believe. I miss you so much, your jokes and just knowing I could ask for help if I needed it. I will never forget you.
John Borelli
February 15, 2021
It has almost been 6 years dad since you left us. I think about you every day and miss getting to share stories with you. I know you are watching over us and I hope you are enjoying being with grandma, grandpa, brothers, sisters and other family members. I love you, RIP until we meet again.
Rigo Gomez
March 25, 2017
I will miss you Boss. I will miss your jokes and friendship. Thank you for be my friend.
March 5, 2015
John was my client and special friend. I've known John since 1969. One great community leader. You will be missed. Keith B. Farr
LaVonn Goehring
March 1, 2015
Irene and Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the Lord give you strength you need for each day. Psalms 124:8
Sincerely, LaVonn Goehring
Kay Chaney
February 28, 2015
John was a witty man with a big personality, I enjoyed engraving jewelry for him around 35 years ago. He made me laugh alot......good thoughts..:)))
My thoughts are with the family. He will be remembered.
Grant Rauzi
February 23, 2015
John, Diane & Sharon - my thoughts and prayers go out to you. The good memories are the ones that will always be with you.
Tami Lowe
February 23, 2015
John will be truly missed. What a fine, fine jeweler. To all of the Borelli family my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
February 23, 2015
John was such a nice guy.......we bought our first wedding rings back in the 70's from him........he will be missed.
Hector & Pat Galvan
Carole Boom
February 23, 2015
Irene, sending my love and condolences to you and your family. Sorry I can't be at the service today, but you are in my thoughts and prayers!
lilli henricksen
February 22, 2015
Have known him for a long. We used to take our watches in for batteries and other things. Will miss him and what a nice man he was.
Keith and Barbara Andrade
February 22, 2015
Rest in peace you made the loves of my life happy girls
February 21, 2015
To the Borelli Family
Mr. Borelli will be greatly missed in the community.
THE best Jeweler ever.
The Pedraza Family
Grace Norgard
February 21, 2015
Irene and family we send you our love and prayers during this time. So good to know you have each for comfort and blessings. John was a good person and we know will be greatly missed by all. Blessings Ted and Grace Norgard
John Borelli
February 21, 2015
I love you Dad and I am going to miss you so much. Until we meet again.
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