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Samuel "Sam" Mendoza
1951 - 2020
Samuel "Sam" Mendoza
1951 - 2020
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BORN
1951
DIED
2020
Samuel "Sam" Mendoza Obituary
On Saturday, January 25, 2020, Samuel "Sam" Mendoza, loving father, grandfather, uncle, and brother, passed away at the age of 68 surrounded by family and loved ones.
Samuel was born on March 31, 1951, in Lordsburg, NM. He served in the U.S. Airforce where he began his career as a Radiation Technologist and continued his education and practiced for more than 45 years in this field; mostly in El Paso, TX, where he lived for more than 50 years.
Sam loved to play sports such as golf, tennis, and billiards but even more he loved being around his family. He may have been difficult man at times, but he was always someone you could count on to be there and give a helping hand. He made an impact on many people's lives and will be dearly missed. Sam was preceded in death by his father, Daniel G. Mendoza and mother, Aurora Mendoza.
He is survived by his children: Christopher, Samantha, Roxanne, Tiffany, and Esmeralda; grandchildren: Isaiah, Victoria, Naomi, Manny, Aleksia, Leilani, and Azalea; brothers: Danny and Larry; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended relatives and friends.
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Joseph Martinez
June 9, 2020
You will be missed
Patrick Martinez
February 20, 2020
So many good memories. Never will forget the New Year's fun. Sammy you always had our best in mind. My heart goes out to Chris, Sammy Jo, Roxanne, Tiffany, and Esmeralda your dad will be missed. Rest in Peace, Sammy.
Jose Concha
February 17, 2020
To my dear and long time friend our friendship began back at Southwestern General Hospital and has ended to soon. I wished we could have had a longer friendship but it seems the lord wanted you sooner, so make sure u save a spot for me..
Alejandra Guzman
February 9, 2020
I am remembering the awesome times camping and all the laughs we had with you Cousin Sammy. Rest In Peace
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