With heavy hearts, we share the passing of J. Charles "Chuck" Irwin of Lodi, CA.
What remains is memory — and the gratitude of those he loved.
What we carry forward is the light others gave us.
OBITUARY
J. Charles Irwin of Lodi, California passed away on April 21, 2026 at the age of 79. "Chuck" spent over 40 years as the President/CEO of Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home, where his leadership, vision and integrity were instrumental in making it what it is today.
Throughout his career, Chuck was known for his unwavering commitment to the community, his steady integrity, and his belief in treating every family with care and respect. Under his direction, Cherokee Memorial Park grew not only in size, but in its reputation as a cornerstone of support during life's most difficult moments.
He took the utmost joy in providing for his family to the best of his ability. Chuck will be lovingly remembered for his enduring faith in Jesus and unconditional love for his family. He is survived by his wife Marsha, his son, Zachary, his daughter Laura, and his two granddaughters.
SERVICE
Funeral Services will be held Monday, April 27, 2026 at 1pm at Vineyard Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, 14165 Beckman Road, Lodi, California. Interment will take place in Garden of Angels at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi, California.
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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Irwin family.
