Celia Mendosa Obituary
Celia Carrillo Mendosa, 99, of Odessa, Texas, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
Celia was born on April 17, 1926, in Valentine, Texas, to Fidela and Alvino Carrillo. She was devoted and beloved wife to her late husband, Roberto B. Mendosa. Together, they shared countless miles on the open road, delivering vehicles and creating memories along the way, though Celia always held a special love for being home with family and friends.
She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Celia will be remembered for her generous spirit, joyful smile, and infectious laughter, which filled the hearts of all who knew her. She especially loved caring for her two poodles, Maggie and Kristi, and never passed up the chance to savor red cheese enchiladas, fideos, and tamales.
Celia is survived by her daughter, Linda V. Garcia of San Antonio, Texas; her brother, Danny Carrillo and wife Josie of Anna, Texas; eight grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildren; twenty-two great-great-grandchildren; and one great, great, great grandson as well as several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roberto B. Mendosa; her parents, Fidela, and Alvino Carrillo; brothers, Miguel Carrillo, and Richard Carrillo; sister, Veva Nunez; daughter, Gloria Valdez; son, Manuel Valdez; and grandson, Ralph Garcia Jr.
Celia’s legacy of love, strength, and joy will live on through her family and the countless lives she touched.
A viewing will be held on Thursday September the 25TH at Heritage Funeral Home starting at 2 pm and ending at 9pm with a service at 7pm. The funeral service officiated by Brother Oscar Borrego will be Friday morning at 10 am. also at Heritage Funeral Home. The burial will follow at the Van Horn Cemetery.
Pallbearers serving will be: Victor “Woody” Nunez, Rafael Rodriguez, Isaiah Rodriguez, Rudy Aaron Estrada, Rudy Valdez, and Rafael Rodriguez III.
Honorary Pallbearers: Eddie “ Punk” Nunez and Victor Roman Valdez.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
704 W. Frontage Rd., Van Horn, TX 79855
People and places connected with Celia
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Celia Mendosa
Tell your own story about Celia
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Make a Donation
in Celia Mendosa's name
How to support Celia's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Celia Mendosa's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored