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Thomas Theodore Joaquin Jr.

Thomas Theodore Joaquin Jr. obituary, Penn Valley, CA

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Ullrey Memorial Chapel

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Yuba City, California

Thomas Joaquin Obituary

Thomas Theodore Joaquin, Jr. passed away at his home on February 11, 2026. Born at Stanford Hospital on December 2, 1937, Tom grew up in Chico, CA, with the nickname Buzz.

He began his adult life with a career in advertising but soon joined the family's farming operations, moving to Sutter County where he and former wife, Doris Joaquin, raised their three children.

Tom enjoyed golf, wonderful food, great wine, and dogs. He valued education and encouraged all of his children and grandchildren to pursue a college education.

He is survived by his sons, Jeff Joaquin (Jillian), of Carmichael, CA, John Joaquin (Kathleen), of New Smyrna Beach, FL; daughter, Lorrain Friant (Douglas), of Yuba City, CA; six grandchildren, Juliana, Alyssa, Camille, Paden, Cate and Gavin; as well as his long-time companion, Vera Moore.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Sr. and Muriel Joaquin, and his brother, Steven Joaquin.

Friends and family are invited to the graveside burial at Sutter Cemetery on February 28, 2026, at 10 AM, as well as a casual celebration of life at the Tap Room, 667 Plumas Street, Yuba City, CA, beginning at 11:30 AM after the burial.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a local agricultural charity or organization.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Appeal Democrat from Feb. 21 to Feb. 24, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
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Stuart

February 28, 2026

We love that our wine always made Tom smile. He will be missed.

Terry A Cheney

February 25, 2026

Known Tom since the early seventies. He leased land from our family farm, and we did custom work on his rice fields in Yuba and Sutter Counties. Enjoyed his company. He will be missed.

Judi and Dr. John B. Hartman

February 24, 2026

Thomas T. Joaquin will be missed by many but not forgotten......RIP Dear Friend
Deepest condolences to the
FAMILY
Judi and Dr. John B. Hartman

Judi and Dr. John Hartman

February 24, 2026

Richard Garmire

February 24, 2026

To you Doris and you Lorraine my condolences.

Vera & Colleen

February 19, 2026

One of a kind!
Always to be celebrated, honored, remembered, and loved.

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Memorial Events
for Thomas Joaquin

Feb

28

Celebration of Life

11:30 a.m.

Tap Room

667 Plumas Street, Yuba City, CA

Feb

28

Graveside service

10:00 a.m.

Sutter Cemetery

CA

Funeral services provided by:

Ullrey Memorial Chapel

817 Almond Street P.O. Box Q, Yuba City, CA 95991

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