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1936
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2018
Richard Mendonca Obituary
Galt - Richard Mendonca, 81, of Galt, passed away on Feb. 24, with his loving family by his side. Richard was born in 1936, in Tulare, where he worked in the dairy industry until his retirement. After retiring he moved to Galt to be near family.
Richard loved and enjoyed his blended family, he enjoyed spending quality time with them, as they did as well. He never met a stranger and his friendly, outgoing personality made him many friends. He lived life to the fullest and will be missed by all that knew him, especially his family.
Richard is preceded in death by his brothers, Frank and John Mendonca, and his parents; John and Lula Mendonca.
He is survived by his devoted wife Peggy Sue of 32 years, his children Suzette (Eddie) Medeiros, Sandra Mendonca, Sharold (Rick) Gibson, Richard Mendonca Jr., 8 Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren. Step-children; Nita (Donald) Powell, Vita Cooper, 3 Grandchildren, 5 Great-Grandchildren. Brother Manual (Rosemarie) Mendonca, Sister; Mary Espindola, Sister-in-Law; Betty Mendonca and numerous nieces and nephews.
"It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone. A part of us went with you, on the day God took you home."
Services will be held at St. Joachim Church at 13392 Lockeford Ranch Rd. in Lockeford, off Jack Tone Road at 10:30 a.m., on Friday, March 9. A celebration of life will be following the service at St. Joachim Hall.
A special "Thank You" goes to Sutter Hospice for the care and support received. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice.
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March 13, 2018
Warm thoughts to all the Mendoncas. Greg and I have been lucky to be part of the extended family for four decades. Love, Scott Weaver
Carol Shockley
March 8, 2018
Iam sorry, i never got to know, more of my Mendonca side of the family. I am Carol(Donally) Shockley, i live in Lodi, Calif., my great grandparents were Joseph. P. Mendonca, and wife, Mary(mattos) Mendonca. We all lived, in Walnut Grove, Calif. My great uncles, were John Mendonca, Frank Mendonca, Bill. Mendonca,and Joseph.p. Mendonca jr., i am deeply sorry, for your loss. Please, feel free, to call me, at (209)263-9486.
Adelina Katen
March 5, 2018
Suzette and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. Your dad is now dancing pain free.
Love,
David & Adelina Katen
Mary Stephens
March 3, 2018
I still cherish the memories, when Suzette used to take me to Tulare. You were always so funny, and liked to tease me. So sorry to hear about your passing. Rest in Peace Richard. Love Mary
Leah Mettler
March 3, 2018
Shari, Richie and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about your dad. Richard was a very nice person and my prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
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