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It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved José Manuel Mendoza. He was unexpectedly taken away from us far too soon on October 15, 2025.
José was born on January 16, 1965 in Fort Worth, TX and grew up in Nacogdoches, TX. As a child, he was fascinated with anything related to the weather and eventually followed his passion, receiving his degree in Meteorology in Denver CO. He ultimately settled in San Antonio where he married and raised his family.
Words cannot fully express his good-natured spirit, generosity, sense of humor nor his sincerity. José was a selfless, caring and loving son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. His faith and love for his family were at the center of his life.
He had a genuine heart, treating everyone with respect, and never having an unkind word to say about anyone. His love of nature was shared with his family through hiking, camping, and road trips. We will all miss José’s smile, laughter and beautiful soul tremendously. We are forever grateful to have had him in our lives and our hearts will truly suffer from his loss.
He was preceded in death by parents Manuel and Irma Mendoza and infant sister Linda. He is already so very missed by his wife, Adriana Mendoza; daughters Katherine Mendoza and Cynthia Contreras; granddaughters Nevaeh, Nylah, and Nayanh; sisters Rosario Haghighatian (Reza), Lucy Ramos (Paul), Maria Spongberg (David), Anita Gibbs, Celia Mendoza, Alma Mendoza; and extended close-knit family of cousins, nieces and nephews, as well as friends and colleagues.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Visitation 6:00 P.M.
Rosary 7:00 P.M.
The Angelus Chapel
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M.
St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church
Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, please offer a prayer in his name.
25 Entries
Bobby (Badd) Maldonado
October 22, 2025
My condolences to the family of Jose, I knew Jose very much, I was the dispatcher and driver for 31years
Rudy Diaz
October 22, 2025
I had the honor of working side by side with Jose for 20 years. He was always hard working, loyal, and dedicated just like he was to his family. He was a big part of our Transport family and we are all going to miss him. Rest easy my friend. This is not a good bye but a see you later. Until we see each other again in Heaven.
Jose Alvarez
October 21, 2025
Jose was quiet, kind and compassionate in a place that always seemed chaotic. Some times I would see him on the weekend when he would come in to fill out his pay sheet for the week. We would talk small talk, we were both girl dads. He was a great guy and will be missed. My heart goes out to his family in this sudden tragedy as they morn. I lost my daughter in an accident and someone once told me that grief is just an expression of our love for the person we lost. It’s ok to grieve, it’s ok to remember as much as it hurts at times because that’s love. His memory will live with all the people’s lives that he impacted and most of all his family. RIP Jose Mendoza.
Axel Daniels
October 21, 2025
Jose Mendoza was such a great spirited guy and super cool coworker. I usually saw him during driver shift change, but we always spoke and he always had a good energy and a smile on. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest in paradise brother
Vincent Villarreal
October 21, 2025
I had the Honor of working with Jose for 14 years, Such a good Man. He was Always positive, caring, and had this Wonderful Personality You always wanted to be around. I’ll miss Our talks about Family, especially Grandkids. Our loss is Heaven’s gain. Our sincerest of condolences to The Mendoza Family. May The Lord continue to Bless You and Comfort You Through these difficult times.
JOSEPH DELUNA
October 21, 2025
Rest easy my friend my condolences, I will miss your positive energy that you always brought with you ❤ and our talks about wrestling
Alma Mendoza
October 21, 2025
Rest in Peace our sweet dear brother. Your laughter, heart and spirit will live with us forever.
We love you and miss you beyond words.
Johnny Valdez
October 21, 2025
Jose was a wonderful colleague and a true gentleman. I will always appreciate the opportunity I had to work with him. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends during this tremendous loss. May he rest in peace.
Ronda Reyna
October 20, 2025
This family has always been such a bright light in the communities in which they have touched. Growing up with these kiddos was loads of fun. His sister Ana and I would raid his record collection and often chose to play Roxy Music. He had great taste in music! He was always a hard worker, quiet and took care of his business. I am so grieved for his sisters, his wife, children and grandchildren and all of those who considered Jose a friend.
Michael Beserra
October 20, 2025
Mendoza was a great coworker with a heart of gold he is truly missed my condolences to his family
Rick Aguilar
October 20, 2025
My condolences to the family of Mendoza.
Esther Teller
October 19, 2025
I remember Jose from Jasmine and Marcellus’ wedding. He was shy but so nice. Prayers and condolences to his wife and family including all the Mendoza sisters, Rosario, Lucy, Maria, Anita, Alma, Celia, and their husbands and children. Familia muy simpatico. Lo siento.

Adriana Mendoza
October 19, 2025
Our last trip together, so grateful we got to spend it with you. We love you.

Adriana Mendoza
October 19, 2025
You left me so soon

Katherine Mendoza
October 19, 2025
I miss you Dad, always

Katherine Mendoza
October 19, 2025
We love and miss you every minute

Adriana Mendoza
October 19, 2025
Always enjoying the little moments

Adriana Mendoza
October 19, 2025
We all love and miss you

We miss you so much
Adriana Mendoza
October 19, 2025
❤
Charlie Salinas
October 19, 2025
Jose , it was a pleasure working with you all these years at Pepsi. You were always such nice and friendly person. It broke my heart when I got the news . I had just talked to you that day before I went home. You are with our lord and savior now and I know he has a plan for everyone. God bless you always my friend. Charlie Salinas
Norma Ramirez
October 19, 2025
It was a pleasure working with you. You were always so well mannered and friendly. May you rest in peace.
Michael Bueno
October 19, 2025
A GREAT loss of a very kind man. My condolences to his family, may God be with you all during these hard times. I can hear his voice with that smile he always gave when talking to everyone.
Erica Valenzuela
October 19, 2025
Rest in peace & fly high Jose, you are dearly missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Donna Mize
October 19, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
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