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Jose Juan Santiago Mendoza, 51, of Green Bay, WI passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on May 17, 1974, in the City of Mexico, Mexico. Jose Juan was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, coach, entrepreneur known for his quick wit, sense of humor, and kindness. He worked as a landscaper for 30 years and spent his last years of life with his family.
Jose Juan was a passionate gardener and landscaper who loved sharing his words of wisdom through storytelling. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Daniela Santiago; his children Daniela, Luis, Juan, Joel, and Marcelina; his grandchildren, Eric, Leonardo, Isabella, Esmeralda, Mateo, Thiago, Eleanor and Itzel; and his siblings Martin Santiago, Macedonio Santiago, Enrique Santiago, Luis Santiago, and Maria Santiago; and his father Gumercindo Santiago Martinez. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marcelina Mendoza Reyes, his brothers Metodio Santiago and Vicente Santiago.
A Celebration of Life Visitation will take place on Saturday, November 8, at Malcore Funeral Home, 701 N Baird St. from 2 PM until the time of the Funeral Mass at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church at 7 PM.
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701 North Baird Street, Green Bay, WI 54302
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