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Benjamin Cavan Obituary
Stockton, CA
Benjamin G. Cavan
March 21, 1925 - October 12, 2008
Benjamin G. Cavan, age 83 of Stockton, CA passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2008. Ben was born in Ocana, Carcar, Cebu, Philippines on March 21, 1925.
Preceded in death by his beloved wife Albina "Eve" Cavan; brother, Pedro G. Cavan of Oakdale, Ca; sisters, Remedios Montalban of San Francisco, Ca, Leonora G. Cavan Dakay of the Philippines, and Crispina G. Cavan of the Philippines. He is survived by eight children, Ed and (Den Den) Cavan of Northridge, CA, Benjamin Jr. and (Lagaya) Cavan of the Philippines, Lorna Cavan of Stockton, CA, Abel and (Robin) Cavan of Modesto, CA, Joel and (Jessica) Cavan of Stockton, CA, Raquel Cavan of Stockton, CA, Rose and (Eric) De La Cruz of Stockton, CA, and Leah and (Travis) Holmes of Stockton, CA; nineteen grandchildren, two great-grandsons, and two great-granddaughters.
Ben will always be remembered by his beautiful smile, kind and generous nature. He was a loyal and faithful servant of Jehovah, whom he drew strength from, especially at times of distress. He had strong faith in God's promises found in the bible of a peaceful earth where death and suffering will be no more. Ben was greatly loved and will be deeply missed.
Visitation will be held for family and friends at Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home, 831 Industrial Way, near Beckman Road, in Lodi on Thursday, October 23, 2008 from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held on Friday, October 24, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 & Harney Lane in Lodi. A Memorial Service will held on Saturday, October 25 2008, at 4:30 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 8968 Thornton Road, Stockton. Cherokee Memorial Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Kathleen Rodriguez
November 13, 2008
Dear Rose, Leah, Raquel and Lorna and family
I know you all are deeply sadden by your dad passing. I know he was a kind father because he raised very kind children. I know in the months ahead you will feel the lose even more but know that you have friends that will support you in your time of need. Please except our deepest sympathy. Love The Rodriguez Family
Terry Contreras
October 24, 2008
Raquel and family, I am sorry for the passing of your father, he has created a wonderful family. my thoughts and prayers are with you. Michelles mom Terry
LANI E
October 24, 2008
My sincerest condolences to the Cavan Family, DAD CAVAN, was a very loving, kind, understanding Father, Grandfather, I am very sorry for your loss, Benjie and I will miss him very much. OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. LOVE LANI, AND BENJAMIN III
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Lupe Sepulveda and Kids
October 22, 2008
Leah and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
T. David Reyes
October 21, 2008
My sincerest condolences to the Cavan Family on the passing of Mr. Cavan. It was an honor to have met him and I will remember him with fondness. He will truly be missed! My sympathy and well wishes are with all of you in this time of sorrow.
vivian lucas
October 20, 2008
My deepest sympathies to my cousins and families. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Uncle Ben was a very kind and giving man. He will be sorely missed.
Love, Vivian
Marigene Tacan-Regan
October 20, 2008
Leah, Rose and families - we share in your grief and cherish sweet memories of your father. He was truly a kind soul.
Debbie Montalban
October 20, 2008
My deepest condolences to my cousins and their families. Uncle Ben was so loved by everyone and he will be greatly missed.
Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home & Funeral Home
October 19, 2008
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