Abel Mendoza Obituary

Abel Mendoza passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at his residence in Baton Rouge. He was 88 years old. Abel was born on March 26, 1925 in Corpus Christi, TX to the late Ysidro and Guadalupe Arroyo Mendoza. He was raised in Wharton, TX. He was a US Navy Veteran of World War II. After he was discharged from the Navy, Abel moved to Houston where he met and married his wife of 64 years, Rosalie Miller Mendoza. Abel is survived by his wife, Rosalie, Daughters; Kathleen Mendoza, Patricia DeBate and husband Glynn "Pete", Barbara Schexnayder and husband Kim; Son, Thomas Mendoza and Shirley Digirolamo who was like a daughter to him and grandchildren, Christopher DeBate, Kyle Schilling, Adam DeBate and wife Mandi and Lauren Schexnayder. He is also survived by brother, Dan Mendoza and wife Miff and sister, Mary Dooley and husband Tom and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and 2 sisters, and his father and mother in law Thomas and Johanna Miller. Abel was retired from Prudential Insurance. He is a member of the American Legion Nicholson Post # 38. He was a former member of the Lutcher Green Wave Club and the Redemptorist High School Packbackers. He was a life long fan of the New York Yankees. For many years he and Rosalie enjoyed attending Tulane Football games with best friends Vilma and the late Warren Duffy. Visaitation will be held Thursday, April 4, 2013, from 1 pm until Mass of Christian burial at 3 pm at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church 15656 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge with Father Phil Spano as the celebrant. Burial to follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory, 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge LA 70816. Please sign the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com .

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 2 to Apr. 4, 2013.
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God bless and keep all the Mendiza in His arms and comfort them in their time of grief.
Mr. Able was a good Christian soul, father, husband, son, brother, and friend, who will be missed.
May Jesus grant enternial life.
When you see St. Peter please ask him to give our Green Wave some victories.

Al Tircuit, your Tulane brother forever.

April 5, 2013

Coach Mendoza and family, I am truly sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed when Mr. Mendoza would come support the Lady Wolves. Prayers are with you all.

Katie Piper

April 4, 2013

Abel was an acquaintance of mine through the Baton Rouge Green Wave Club many years ago. RIP good friend.

A.S. "Pete" Madere, Baton Rouge, LA

April 4, 2013

Kathy,
You are in my thougths and prayers during this difficult time.

Angela Gros

April 4, 2013

Dear Kathy,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. May God bring you strength and love.
Leslie Hite
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Leslie Hite

April 4, 2013

Kathy, Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers today.

Suzanne

April 4, 2013

God Bless you Ms. Mendoza. Praying for you and your family. Love you.

Brandi Landry Smart

April 4, 2013

Kathy you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tracey Rambin

Tracey Rambin

April 3, 2013

Kathy, Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.

April 3, 2013

Kathy,
So sorry to hear of your loss of your father. Your in our thoughts and prayers.

Brian Duboy

April 3, 2013

Dear Kathy & family,
Be assured that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know your dad is resting peacefully now. Hugs, Anna

April 3, 2013

So sorry we could not be there with you at this time of need but know our prayers are. Such a great man, so honorable to his country. We should never forget what they do for all Americans. Love to the family.

Tommy/Debbie Corley

April 3, 2013

Dear Mendoza family, I am very sorry for you loss and pray that God gives you comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Martha Nolin

April 2, 2013

These men were from the greatest generation by far. I didnt know Mr.Mendoza I am 53 years old and I am greatfull for the freedom we enjoy because of these men. My father served in Korea. I have a special place in my heart for all of our vet's. Keep our country strong we owe it to these men and women.We must not ever forget them. May God bless Mr. Able and his family.

Steven Pitre

April 2, 2013

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