Spc. Hugo V. Mendoza

Mendoza, you are not forgotten. You and your brothers who left us too soon are always in my heart. I try to live my life in a way that honors you all, to be grateful for what I have. You are part of the fabric of my life. RIP.

13 yrs. It feels like today, all over again. I miss you!

Hello,
We realize that we are very late to express our deepest condolences, but we wanted to let your family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Hugo V. Mendoza US Army Specialist. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by...

My Hero, It's been 10 yrs since all of our lives were forever changed. Your entrance into Heaven broke many of our Hearts. It left us with a pain in our Souls that we've never truly recovered. Unfortunately we are not the only ones feeling this way. We became part of the Gold Star community, so we know we are not the only Family with our struggles. You're Forever missed and cherished. Every day! We will ALWAYS speak your name. My Grandson, as you know as you've been around us, knows so much...

The way I found out about your passing has taking me by surprise. I remember the day we met and the day we had to say goodbye in San Antonio. We told each other to continue chasing our dreams no matter what and from reading articles about you, I see you were accomplishing yours. The short time we spent together was a time I will never forget Hugo. I am so very sad to have found out about this so late. I send my condolences to your family and friends and may you RIP.

Well here I am just writing a few words to you babe. You are always in my thoughts andddd I'm here sitting in my office staring at your picture imaging of how it would be if you were still here. I can't cry because I am getting ready to attend a meeting so, I miss you lots and I know your in a much better place. I hope that you are watching over us especially the kids! OMG I said I wasn't going to cry! Ok punk, love & miss you lots!

Gloria "BABE" xoxoxo.

Missing you always!

SPC Mendoza - It was only recently, I found out, about your passing and it really tugs at my heart. You were an awesome Soldier, and I am proud to have been your Drill Sergeant. RIP
SPC Mendoza.