Obituaries

CHCF mourns passing of teacher Ray Lozano

Ray Lozano, a teacher at CHCF in Stockton, passed away Nov. 8, 2026.

California Health Care Facility (CHCF) in Stockton is mourning the passing of teacher Ray Lozano. He passed away Nov. 8, 2026.

Lozano began his career with the department as a high school General Education Development (GED) teacher at CHCF before transferring to Sierra Conservation Center in January 2018.

He then continued onward to the Division of Juvenile Justice, where he taught special-needs students. In July 2022, Lozano returned to CHCF as a high school GED teacher where he remained until his passing.

He is survived by his wife, children and a host of family and friends to cherish his memory.

“Our hearts go out to Mr. Lozano’s family during this most difficult time. His family will remain in our thoughts and prayers for the loss they have endured,” according to CHCF.

Details regarding services are not yet available.


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