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Richard Cardozo Obituary
October 8, 1950 - September 3, 2023
Stockton, California - Richard "Rick" Anthony Cardozo, 72, of Stockton, California, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2023, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born on October 8, 1950, in Modesto, to Albert "Tony" A. Cardozo and Pauline "Mimi" Estelle Cardozo. Rick was preceded in death by his father, mother, sister Juline Schmitz, and brother "Mickey" Cardozo. He is survived by his wife, Kay Botiller; his children, Nicole Cardozo-Cordova and Shelby Cardozo; his stepchildren, Kristin Ranuio and Brian Botiller; and his grandchildren.
Rick was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. A well know and respected attorney in both Stanislaus and San Joaquin Counties for 47 years, he enjoyed spending his free time with his family and many friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 15, 2023, at the Cherokee Memorial Park & Funeral Home in Lodi. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a charity of your own choosing.
Rest in peace, Rick. You will be forever in our hearts.
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Helena
November 11, 2023
I am so sorry to read about Ricks passing he was not just a client but my friend. I will miss our meetings bringing you a diet coke and our laughter and conversations. My heart goes out to Kay , Jet and family . Gods got a beautiful angel in Heaven see you on the other side one day Rick
Helena
November 11, 2023
I am so sad and heart broken to hear Rick passed away he was not just a client but my friend I will always cherish me bringing him a diet pepsi and our wonderful talks and laughter my heart goes out to Kay , Jet ` and family I will miss you Rick and I´m blessed to have known you for the years at Valley yellow pages RIP Gods got a great angel
Maria Smith
September 15, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing! He and his loving family were so kind to us when we lived in Modesto. The Smith family sends our love. May he rest in peace.
David Jamieson
September 14, 2023
When I was a young attorney, I worked for Rick and his partners. I remember Rick with great fondness. I wish his family peace and comfort.
David C. Johnston
September 13, 2023
So sad to hear of the passing of a friend and colleague of 47 years. Rest in peace.
Griselda Solorzano
September 12, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.My most sincere condolences to the Family of Rick Cardozo . He will be missed . I want to thank him for all his support and faith he gave me through my toughest times with a very hard case he helped me with . It makes me very sad that we got so close to the final days and breaks my heart he left this world before the final day . Thanks Rick from the bottom of my heart for all you did .
John Villines
September 12, 2023
Rick was a very kind and generous man. He liked helping out the "little guys" in his law practice. RIP my friend.
Kenn Cunningham
September 11, 2023
Ricky was a fun guy to be around, and a trusted friend. I am so glad that Kay was able to take care of him for many years. I will always remember he and Mickey out at Rainbow Fields, and fondly recall the City Slickers golf days.
Peter Zeff
September 11, 2023
A genuinely nice guy. To know Rick was to like Rick, always fun to be around. Legendary family. RIP my old Magnolia neighbor. Peter Zeff
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