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Apolonia Mendoza Obituary
Resident of Stockton
1-5-1911 12-8-2010
Apolonia Mendoza entered into rest on Dec. 8, 2010, at home, surrounded by her children. She was a beautiful person - fair, strong, loving and witty. A remarkable woman, she quickly charmed all she met with her elegance and warmth. A true matriarch in every way. With an extraordinary memory and a big heart, she never failed to personally acknowledge with a hand written greeting card, every birthday, anniversary or special event in her large family.
At 99, Pola still loved winning on her regular trips to the local casinos or at a good poker game. She enjoyed watching her beloved Giants, the evening novelas, dishing a little gossip and most of all her pride and joy, her family. The centerpiece for 5 generations of family, her example set the standard which they follow to this day.
Blessed with many friends as well, her love never distinguished between the two. She radiated genuine warmth, had an ever-present smile and a mischievous laugh. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank, of 69 years and her son Gene. Pola made a lasting impact on all she touched and will be missed forever.
Visitation will be Tuesday, Dec. 14 beginning at 5:00 p.m. with the Vigil at 7:00 p.m. at LIMA FAMILY SANTA CLARA MORTUARY, 466 N. Winchester Blvd. Santa Clara. Funeral will be Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 9:00 a.m. at the mortuary thence to OUR LADY of PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH for a 10:00 a.m. mass followed by burial at Santa Clara Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Apolonia Mendoza
Joe and Dori Munoz
December 15, 2010
Lilly and Olga, Having just lost our Dad, I know the grief you are feeling , I do remember your Mom so well from all our younger days, her gendtleness and warm smile, so sorry to all your family for this great lost. loving thoughts Joe and Dori Munoz
Raquel Olvera
December 14, 2010
May God comfort the family during this time. I was blessed to have met this very special women and her family. I am very sorry for your loss.
Stacey Scott
December 14, 2010
I will always remember your soft voice, your beautiful smile and warm heart.. although i only spent a short time of my life in your presence, you will always be in my heart.. you were blessed with a wonderful family and in turn, you blessed all of us with the privilege and honor of having you in ours..
John and Lauri Blaufus
December 13, 2010
May all of your wonderful memories comfort the entire Mendoza family during this sad time. She was truly a wonderful lady.
Olga Arellano
December 13, 2010
Little Grandma,
Thank you so much for all the beautiful memories that you have left behind. You will forever be remembered as a beautiful, nuturing woman. We love so much and we miss you more than life itself. We love you Grandma.
Jessica Tabch
December 13, 2010
To our beautiful, loving, Grandma Pola...We miss you so very much. Please tell Grandpa, Uncle Gene, both our Tony's, my young aunt Delia who died of Pneumonia, Joey, Philip, and the rest of our precious family that have passed on that we miss them and love them.
Henry and Amy Muro
December 13, 2010
May fond memories and the love that Tia shared so willingly bring comfort to the hearts of the Mendoza family and all those that loved her.
Her spirit will live on in each of us that her life touched....
Connie Lara
December 12, 2010
Rest In Peace...God Bless the Mendoza Family.
John Lara
December 12, 2010
Tia Pola
Whenever you entered a room it was as if God had sent one of his angels to walk amongst us. I know we must find away to move on without you for God has seen it fit to call one of his most precious of angels home. You were one of the most beloved people on this earth. To know you was truly to love you.
I’d like to thank all my cousins for allowing us (the Lara family) to love my beautiful Tia as if she was our second mom. Alice, Mello, Helen, my wife Susie and I shall always be grateful.
We are truly blessed to be related to such a wonderful and caring family.
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