Gilberto Mendoza

Gilberto Mendoza is now "jumping on the clouds", returning home to Heaven on November 9, 2018, just 4 days short of his 70th birthday. Born to Rosendo A. Mendoza and Juanita C. Mendoza on November 13, 1948 in Phoenix, Arizona. He leaves behind to cherish his memory; son, Gilberto E. Mendoza (Amanda); daughters, Esther M. Mendoza, Naomi G. Mendoza Ealy (Antoine) and Mikayla J. Mendoza; brothers, Guillermo C. Mendoza and David C. Mendoza; sisters, Rosa C. Mendoza, Consuelo C. Mendoza and Esperanza C. LaVecchio; grandchildren, Catarina G. Mendoza-Fetzer, Christopher A. Fetzer Jr., Caleb E. Ealy, CheyAnne I. Ealy, Liberty G. Mendoza and Zoë F. Mendoza; great-granddaughter, Octavia G. Sefton. Preceded in death by his brother, Rosendo "Sonny" Mendoza. Gilberto was an avid outdoorsman who lived for the adventure. Fishing, hiking, rock collecting, traveling and hunting were some of his favorite things to do. A God fearing man and prayer warrior who was actively involved with his church; often reciting his favorite passage, Psalms 23 and faithfully lived by Proverbs 3:5-6. One who willingly helped those in need and who proudly served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. The epitome of a great father and Tata who adored his family and cared immensely for his parents. His infectious smile and contagious laughter will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.