Paul John Mendez passed away Sept. 19, 2007 in San Jose, CA. He is survived by his children; David (Lucy) Mendez of Los Banos, Betty (Leo) Cortez of Los Banos, grandfather of 7, great-grandfather of 1. Brother of Pete Mendez of Gilroy, Raymond Mendez of Corona, James Mendez of Gilroy, Charlie Mendez of Gilroy, Esther Rodriquez of San Jose and Doris Ochoa of Guadalajara. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Paul J. Mendez and brothers and sisters.
Mr. Mendez has been a Gilroy resident for over 77 years. He retired from Gentry’s after working over 30 years. He was a Army Airborne Veteran of the Korean War, member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars; he graduated from Gilroy High School in 1948, was a member of St. Mary’s Church, and was an avid 49er and Giants fan. He will be missed by his dog Jack..
Vigil Service will be held Monday, September 24, 2007, at 7:00 P.M. at Habing Family Funeral Home. The funeral Mass will be Tuesday, September 25, 2007, 10:00 A.M. at St. Mary’s Church. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
