▰ Gonzalo C Mendez Died September 17, … More Information |
Gonzalo C Mendez, born January 4, 1928 passed from this world into the next September 17, 2010 in San Diego, California. Gonzalo was 82.
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Obituary: Gonzalo Mendez Chavez was born in a small southern Mexican city of Tamazula Jalisco, with its green rolling hills of sugar cane on 4, 1928. He comes from a very a large family he is the third of twelve children six sisters and five brothers. The family had a bakery business and he apprentice with his father at a very young age and became a master baker at seventeen. At age 23 he traveled to the United States and started his adventure in different jobs until he settle at Rohr Industries where he worked for thirty-two plus years. There was given the nick name of the general. When his co-workers were asked why was he given that nick name; they said that he was one of the most hard working an honest man they knew. He married Manuela (Nellie) Rangel on May 18, 1961; they were next door neighbors since childhood. had a very loving marriage, they traveled, and they belong to a couple of camping clubs. He was very active in his community he belonged to the Leons Club and The Cursillos. At age fifty-five he ran his first 10K marathon and always finished in the top twenty for his age group and won several medals. His favorite sports was deer hunting. He had many God children nieces and nephews some of which saw him as a second father. He was very giving and was always there for advice and support to all his extended family. His friendships have extended through many years. He was considered the Godfather of the family. ___________________ Gonzalo Mendez Chavez: Nacio en Tamazula, Jalisco con sus hermosos valles verdez de caña de azucar. El dia 4 de Enero de 1928. Pertenecia a una familia numerosa, 6 hermanos y 6 hermanas siendo el tercero de la familia. Ellos tubieron su negocio familiar de panaderia, aprendio con su padre a una edad muy temprana, siendo maestro panadero a los 17 años. A la edad de 23 años viajo a los Estados Unidos De America, empesando su aventura en diferentes trabajos hasta establecerse en la compania de Rohr Industries, trabajo por mas de 32 años dode le llamaron General. Se les pregunto a sus compañeros porque lo nombraban asi y la respuesta fue: Es uno de los hombres mas trabajadores, honestos y respetuosos que conocemos. Se caso con Manue Rangel el 18 de Mayo de 1961. Ellos se conocieron en su ciadad natal Tamazula , Jalisco Mexico desde chicos fueron vecinos, tubieron un matrimonio estable y felix, viajaron mucho. Pertenecia al Club de Leones, dos clubs con los cuales viajaba en su motorhome, al grupo de Cursillistas, en los cuales hizo muchos amigos que lo apreciaron. A la edad de 55 años corrio su primer marathon de 10 kilometros. Finalizando en los primos 20 lugares en el grupo de su edad, ganando varias medallas. La cazeria fue su deporte favorite. Tuvo muchos sobrinos, ahijados que algunos lo consideraban como su Segundo padre, fue generoso todo el tiempo les daba concejos, apoyando siempre a la familia cuando lo necesitaban. Algunos lo consideraron el Padrino de la Familia |
▰ Gonzalo Mendez Died August 08, … More Information |
Gonzalo Mendez, born June 7, 1954 entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 8, 2016 in Lancaster, California. Gonzalo was 62.
Family members and close friends: , Dora Valenzuela-kaske |
▰ Gloria Leticia (Herrera) Mendez Died January 07, … More Information |
Gloria Leticia (Herrera) Mendez went into the presence of the Lord on January 7, 2003 in Riverside, California. Obituary published: January 08, 2003 in "PE" |
▰ Gloria Alba (Velasco) Mendez Died March 17, … More Information |
Gloria Alba (Velasco) Mendez, age 82 of California, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master March 17, 2016. Obituary published: March 18, 2016 in "San Mateo T" |
▰ Gloria Mendez Died April 05, … More Information |
Gloria Mendez, age 77 of Los Angeles, California, died on April 5, 2004. Obituary published: April 06, 2004 in "Los Angeles D-N" |
▰ Gloria Mendez Died December 22, … More Information |
Gloria Mendez, born April 17, 1964 passed away peacefully December 22, 2020 in Glendora, California. Gloria was 56.
Family members and close friends: , Sonya Bryant, Deijanej Hunter, Felix Espudo, Ruth Aragon, Angel Lerma, Sylvia Miller, Valerie Aguilar, Diane Perez, Wendy Cruz, Elizabeth Nieto, Mercedes Sanchez, Marie Davis, Cynthia Alcaraz, Savannah Chavez |
▰ Gloria Dolores Mendez Died August 23, … More Information |
Gloria Dolores Mendez, born October 31, 1941 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master August 23, 2020 in Hanford, California. Gloria was 78.
Family members and close friends: , Julie Azevedo |
▰ Gloria Rosina Mendez Died October 09, … More Information | Gloria Rosina Mendez, born February 25, 1927 entered Heaven's gates on October 9, 2019 in San Diego, California. Gloria was 92. |
▰ Gladys Wall De Mendez Died February 17, … More Information | Gladys Wall De Mendez, born May 10, 1939 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master February 17, 2021 in Escondido, California. Gladys was 81. |
▰ Giovany Luciano Mendez Died February 06, … More Information |
Giovany Luciano Mendez, of Napa, California, went to be with the Lord on February 6, 2008. Giovany was 4. Obituary published: February 07, 2008 in "Napa R" |
▰ Giovanni Mendez Died February 04, … More Information |
Giovanni Mendez, age 4 of Napa, California, entered eternal life February 4, 2008. Obituary published: February 05, 2008 in "Press Demo" |
▰ Gilbert Jr Mendez Died September 08, … More Information |
Gilbert Jr Mendez, age 56 of Porterville, California, left us to live with the Father in his new eternal home September 8, 2014. Obituary published: September 09, 2014 in "PortervilleRecorder" |
▰ Gerardo L Mendez Died May 30, … More Information |
Gerardo L Mendez, of California, went to be with the Lord on May 30, 2008. Gerardo was 32. Obituary published: May 31, 2008 in "The Calif" |
▰ Gabriel Ramos "Gabe" Mendez Died March 21, … More Information |
Gabriel Ramos "Gabe" Mendez, age 81 of Lomita, California, joined the Lord March 21, 2006. Obituary published: March 22, 2006 in "SO BAY D-B" |
▰ Gabriel Mendez Died January 15, … More Information |
Gabriel Mendez, born March 16, 1938 passed from this life on January 15, 2011 in Auburn, California. Gabriel was 72.
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Obituary: Gabriel Mendez of Auburn, California died at home , 15, 2011 after a 12 year battle against prostate cancer. With family and loved ones present, he peacefully passed away. Born in Cleveland, Ohio 16, 1938 to Spanish immigrants, Francisco and Mercedes Mendez, Gabe grew up in a bustling environment with a large extended family. At age 10, Gabe moved across country to Southern California with his parents and brothers. He was an intelligent, outgoing and enterprising young man. Anxious to jump into the business of life, Gabe married his sweetheart Carolyn in 1956, bought a Diamond-T Dump truck, and began his endeavors in earnest. With hard work and integrity, he became a successful general engineering contractor. He moved his operations north, to Auburn in 1970 where family and business have continued to thrive. Once retired, his ambitions led him to pursue another dream, of using his land to farm. He began work on a vineyard and winery in 1999. His Vina Castellano wines pay homage to his Spanish heritage. Gabe was a man of many passions, and enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, golf, hunting, landscaping and entertaining. Above all, he treasured family and his great friendships with many dear friends. He was a devout Catholic, very active in St. Josephs and St. Teresa of Avila parishes. He was quite involved in the Auburn Community, and belonged to The Elks Club, The Lions, Knights of Columbus and many other groups and clubs. He was also a quiet philanthropist, who helped many individuals and organizations offering his time and talents in numerous church and community projects over the years. Gabe is survived by His wife, Carolyn, children Gabriel Mendez, Cindy Mooney, ina Wilkins and Monica Deconinck, his daughter-in-law Vicki Mendez, Sons-in-law Craig Wilkins and Marc Deconinck, his grandchildren, Gabriel, Evan, Kiernan, Sean, Chance, Cooper, Vincent, Ines, Elise, Santi, Louis, and Claude (Coco), his brother Julio and his spouse Phoebe and their children and grandchildren, sister-in-law Gaylene Arter and her daughter Mattie, and sister-in-law Sue Stanley and her children Teresa Pierce, Deanna Olmstead, Troy Arter, and their children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Frank and Steve. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to: Auburn Community Cancer Endowment Fund 11899 Edgewood Road Suite X Auburn, CA 95603 St. Teresas Christmas-to-Christmas Fund 11600 Atwood Road Auburn, CA 95603 A visitation will be held at St. Teresa of Avila, 11600 Atwood Rd., Auburn, CA on , 20, 2011 from 6 to 7 pm with a rosary beginning at 7. The funeral mass will be on , 21, 2011 at 12:00 noon, also at St. Teresas. Interment will follow at the New Auburn . under the direction of Chapel of the Hills, Auburn, CA. |
▰ Gabriel Mendez Died January 20, … More Information |
Gabriel Mendez, of California, born in Cleveland, Ohio, passed from this world into the next January 20, 2011. Obituary published: January 21, 2011 in "Auburn Journal" |
▰ Frank Gilbert Mendez Died August 03, … More Information |
Frank Gilbert Mendez, of Riverside, California, passed from this life on August 3, 2011. Frank was 74. Obituary published: August 04, 2011 in "PE" |
▰ Frank Mendez Died August 05, … More Information | Frank Mendez, born October 4, 1953 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 5, 2017 in California. Frank was 63. |
▰ Frank C Mendez Died June 03, … More Information | Frank C Mendez, born December 3, 1922 entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 3, 2015 in Redlands, California. Frank was 92. |
▰ Frank Ruben Mendez Died July 10, … More Information | Frank Ruben Mendez, born June 21, 1967 entered into eternal rest July 10, 2020 in San Jose, California. Frank was 53. |
▰ Frank Mendez Died May 03, … More Information | Frank Mendez, born August 23, 1927 entered eternal life May 3, 2004 in Whittier, California. Frank was 76. |
▰ Frank G Mendez Died July 29, … More Information | Frank G Mendez passed away July 29, 1979 in Whittier, California. |
▰ Frank L Mendez Died May 25, … More Information | Frank L Mendez passed away May 25, 1990 in Whittier, California. |
▰ Frank Mendez Died February 04, … More Information |
Frank Mendez, born August 26, 1937 passed away peacefully February 4, 2019 in Chula Vista, California. Frank was 81.
Family members and close friends: , Frank Anthony Mendez, Leilani Lynn Mendez, Michael Ray Mendez Jr., Michael Ray Mendez, Ricardo Martin Mendez, Michael Ray Mendez Iii, Rose Mendez, Kristia Marie Piper, Julie Ann Mendez Olson ( Deceased ) |
▰ Frank Mendez Died August 15, … More Information |
Frank Mendez, 79, went to be with the Lord on August 15, 2006 in Victorville, California. Obituary published: August 16, 2006 in "Daily Press" |
▰ Francisco V "Poncho" Mendez Died February 15, … More Information |
Francisco V "Poncho" Mendez, age 91 of California passed away February 15, 2002. Obituary published: February 16, 2002 in "NC Times" |
▰ Francisco Mendez Died September 05, … More Information | Francisco Mendez, born September 28, 1962 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 5, 2017 in California. Francisco was 54. |
▰ Francisco Mendez Died December 06, … More Information | Francisco Mendez, born January 19, 1955 passed from this life on December 6, 2019 in Bakersfield, California. Francisco was 64. |
▰ Francisco Mendez Died August 04, … More Information | Francisco Mendez, born August 23, 1946 entered into eternal rest August 4, 2019 in Downey, California. Francisco was 72. |
▰ Francisco David Mendez Died September 05, … More Information |
Francisco David Mendez, born September 28, 1962 died September 5, 2017 in Whittier, California. Francisco was 54.
Family members and close friends: , Maria Mendez |
▰ Francisco Cesario Mendez Died February 07, … More Information |
Francisco Cesario Mendez, born October 4, 1968 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 7, 2019 in Van Nuys, California. Francisco was 50.
Family members and close friends: , Maria Luisa Martinez Francisco, Ninfa Cesareo Mendez, Adriana Martinez Francisco, Adan Martinez Francisco, Alma Delia Martinez Francisco, Oscar Francisco Vargas |
▰ Francisco Mendez Died March 13, … More Information |
Francisco Mendez, born July 28, 1932 passed from this world into the next March 13, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. Francisco was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Joanne Fajardo |
▰ Francisco Mendez Died February 13, … More Information |
Francisco Mendez, of California, died on February 13, 1997. Francisco was 78. Obituary published: February 14, 1997 in "Inland Valley D-B" |
▰ Francisco Mendez Died August 11, … More Information |
Francisco Mendez, age 89 of Garden Grove, California, joined the Lord August 11, 1996. Obituary published: August 12, 1996 in "Orange Co R" |
▰ Francisca Mendez Died February 20, … More Information |
Francisca Mendez left this earth on February 20, 2008 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Oxnard, California. Obituary published: February 21, 2008 in "Ventura C-S" |
▰ Frances Eleanor Mendez Died September 19, … More Information | Frances Eleanor Mendez, born January 12, 1941 went to be with the Lord on September 19, 2014 in El Monte, California. Frances was 73. |
▰ Frances Eleanor Mendez Died September 19, … More Information | Frances Eleanor Mendez, born January 12, 1941 died September 19, 2014 in Monrovia, California. Frances was 73. |
▰ Florencio A Jr Mendez Died April 03, … More Information |
Florencio A Jr Mendez, of Hollister, California, joined the Lord April 3, 2005. Florencio was 50. Obituary published: April 04, 2005 in "R-P" |
▰ Florencia Mendez Died February 20, … More Information | Florencia Mendez, born February 22, 1943 joined the Lord February 20, 2020 in Montebello, California. Florencia was 76. |
▰ Florence L Mendez Died February 14, … More Information |
Florence L Mendez, age 84 of Lompoc, California, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 14, 2000. Obituary published: February 15, 2000 in "Santa Maria Times" |
▰ Fleix M Mendez Died October 15, … More Information |
Fleix M Mendez, of Riverside, California, joined the Lord October 15, 2007. Fleix was 85. Obituary published: October 16, 2007 in "PE" |
▰ Fernando Mendez Died March 29, … More Information | Fernando Mendez, born September 16, 1944 joined the Lord March 29, 2017 in California. Fernando was 72. |
▰ Fernando Mendez Died March 29, … More Information |
Fernando Mendez, born September 16, 1944 joined the Lord March 29, 2017 in Glendora, California. Fernando was 72.
Family members and close friends: , Diana Holland, Julian Ledesma, Laura Ruiz, Cindy Ornelas, Eddie Guerrero, Michael And Sarah ( Valerio ) Ford, Anna & Albert Pailla, Veronica Silva |
▰ Fernando Mena Mendez Died May 04, … More Information |
Fernando Mena Mendez, born May 30, 1940 gained his wings on May 4, 2015 in Pico Rivera, California. Fernando was 74.
Family members and close friends: , Ryder Gastelum, Aurora Toledo, Norma Aguilar, Diana Mendez, Rebecca Toledo, Norma Pililian, Betty |
▰ Felipe M Mendez Died October 13, … More Information |
Felipe M Mendez, age 87 of California, entered Heaven's gates on October 13, 2007. Obituary published: October 14, 2007 in "Ventura C-S" |
▰ Felipe Mendez Died October 10, … More Information |
Felipe Mendez, age 87 of Ventura, California, passed from this life on October 10, 2007. Obituary published: October 11, 2007 in "Ventura C-S" |
▰ Felipa (Rodriguez)[Martinez][Sanchez] Mendez Died February 07, … More Information |
Felipa (Rodriguez)[Martinez][Sanchez] Mendez, 74, went to be with the Lord on February 7, 2001 in California. Obituary published: February 08, 2001 in "Reedley Ex" |
▰ Felipa Mendez Died February 03, … More Information |
Felipa Mendez, age 74 of Orange Cove, California, joined the Lord February 3, 2001. Obituary published: February 04, 2001 in "Fresno B" |
▰ Felipa Ramirez Mendez Died November 28, … More Information | Felipa Ramirez Mendez, born February 5, 1919 passed from this world into the next November 28, 2015 in San Diego, California. Felipa was 96. |
▰ Felipa Ramirez Mendez Died November 28, … More Information |
Felipa Ramirez Mendez, born February 5, 1919 passed from this life on November 28, 2015 in San Diego, California. Felipa was 96.
Family members and close friends: , Daniel Martinez, Lynn Trelease, Pricila Duffy, Marisa Martinez, Rigo Martinez, Anthony Reyes, David Coincon |
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