Families honor loved ones with colorful ofrendas at Lodi Día de Muertos celebration

Families gathered at Cherokee Memorial Park in Lodi to honor their deceased loved ones during the cemetery's annual Día de Muertos celebration. Participants constructed elaborate ofrendas, or altars, featuring photos and personal mementos to commemorate family members. The event serves as a meaningful community tradition, allowing residents to share cultural heritage and celebrate the lives of those who have passed away through colorful displays and collective remembrance.