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1917
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2008
Shizue Kishida Obituary
She was a member of the Buddhist Church of Lodi, Lodi Buddhist Women's Association, Japanese American Citizens League, and the African Violet Society. Her favorite pastimes were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, gardening, and caring for her African Violets (by the hundreds).
Her husband of 55 years, Tadaaki Kishida, and a brother and sister in Japan precede her in death.
She is survived by daughters, Jane Tanaka (Paul) of Minden, NV, Judy Waters of Lodi, and Joyce Edwards of Lodi; grandchildren, Laura Tanaka, Randy Tanaka (Amber), Mikal Takahashi, Lisa Cranford (Steve), Steve Satake (Karen), Cindy Satake, and Jennifer Edwards, great-grandchildren, Dane Cranford, Cole Cranford, Gavyn Satake, Marissa Rodriguez, Emma Rodriguez, and Mason Rodriguez; siblings, Jim Sakoda of Lodi, Yoshiko Doi of Reedley, and five sisters in Japan; also several nieces and nephews.
"She will be greatly missed by her family and friends."
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, February 1, 2008, at 4:00 p.m. in the Buddhist Church of Lodi, 23 N. Stockton St, Lodi, Rev. Harry Gyokyo Bridge officiating. Private inurnment will be in Chapel of Flowers at Cherokee Memorial Park, Lodi.
A Family Memorial Registry may be signed in her memory at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, near Beckman Road, Lodi, on Wed and Thur from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Fri from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon.
Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Memories and Condolences
for Shizue Kishida
7 Entries
Pam Schneider
February 2, 2008
Joyce & Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of your mother. Remember the goodness a mother brings to our lives and your heart will be warmed. Sincerely, Pam Schneider RN, MSN, LMH Executive Director
Annette Lee
February 2, 2008
I didn't know your mother very well but knowing her family, I know she must of been a very loving and caring women. I am so sorry for all of you during this time. It was such a shock when I read an email from Judy telling me the news. My thoughts are with all of you.
God Bless you....Annette
Cheryl (Cheri) Margie
February 2, 2008
My sister (Marlene) and I (Cheryl Leonardini Margie) know your mom when she used to work for our parents, Mary and Andrew Leonardini. She was a very special lady and so kind to our parents. Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family in your time of sorrow.
Scott Davis
February 1, 2008
Your Mom was such a special lady. It was a pleasure to have known her.
Cynthia Stefani
January 31, 2008
Lisa-
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Weldon Burson
January 31, 2008
Judy and your sisters, I want to express my sympathy and sorrow for your loss of your mother. I had the pleasure of meeting your mother a couple of times and have always felt you a very lucky family to have bestowed upon all of you a wonderful person known as your mother. Sincerly, Weldon
Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home & Funeral Home
January 29, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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