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Senior Chief Kim Scharenbroch Mendoza

Kim Mendoza Obituary

MENDOZA, SENIOR CHIEF KIM SCHARENBROCH

On Saturday, December 22, 2001, in Jacksonville, FL. Senior Chief Mendoza was born May 13, 1961 in Lebanon, PA, and had recently moved to Jacksonville with her husband with the intention of retiring in the area. She enlisted in the Navy on September 8, 1979 after graduating from high school in Spring Lake, MI, and served on active duty for 22 years.

She is survived by her husband, Master Chief James Mendoza, Master Chief Mendoza's son James Jr. and wife, Sandy, and their son, Damitri. She is also survived by her parents, Donald and Peggy Scharenbroch, her grandparents, Bernard and Colette Scharenbroch, and Arlene Youtz, and aunts Karen Elia Linda and Joseph DiBlasio, and Sharon and Brian Weaver. Kim was preceded in death by her brother, Jeffrey Scharenbroch.

The family invites relatives and friends to the services to be held in Orange Park, FL, visitation Friday evening, December 28, and Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 29. Interment immediately following Mass. Arrangements by JACKSONVILLE MEMORY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, Orange Park, FL (904-272-2435).

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 27, 2001.

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78 Entries

Jeffrey Pryal

January 26, 2002

Master Chief

Words can not express the thoughts that were going through everyone's mind when we heard the news that Senior passed. She was a great role model and what every "NAVY CHIEF" strives to be. God Bless you and your family. We continue to keep you in our prayers.

DINAH VEREEN

January 16, 2002

MC/MENDOZA

I'm sorry about "Senior Chief" home going she will be missed.

The Vereen family prayers are with you and your family.May God bless

you always.

NAF/Navy Trans.

Dinh Vereen

Darrel Kuhse

January 13, 2002

Jim-

I'll never forget Kim's sense of humor and zest for life. She'll always live in my heart.

My prayers are with you bro.

linda bryant -anderson

January 13, 2002

TO: MENDOZA FAMILY

I'm Sorry to hear about Senior Chief Mendoza.

She will be missed greatly ,

My prayer and thoghts go to you and Kim family

GOD BLESS

(VP-60/VP-68)

NC1(AW) LINDA ANDERSON

LMBA 74@YAHOO

AK2 Michael Belton

January 9, 2002

To the Mendoza Family,

I'm sorry to hear about Senior Chief Mendoza. She was a great help to me at VP68. I also got to help her out when she was at NAF WASH DC. She will be missed greatly. Our thought and prayers to out to you and your family.

AK2 Michael Belton

VP66

Cari Costello

January 7, 2002

To: The Scharenbroch and Mendoza Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in these difficult times. I was a friend of Kim's brother, Jeff. God surely has two wonderful angels in heaven. May you be comforted now and in the days ahead. God bless your families with his peace.

Gloria Johnson

January 7, 2002

Jim,

My heart goes out to you. I enjoyed wonderful times with you and Kim, I will always have a special place in my heart for her, and never forget the many nights we sang and danced to good ole Jimmy Buffet tunes. She was a dear friend and great inspiration for me and so many others. I wish you courage and strength Jim, and if ever I may help you in any way, Please call.

God Bless,

Gloria and Eric Johnson

Kay Johnson

January 5, 2002

My heart hurts for you Jim, Peggy, Don and the rest of the family. We all loved Kim in our own way and will miss her terribly. I know that you will have many days of sorrow ahead, but you now have a special Angel in heaven to guide you and watch over you. I will always remember Kim when she was having fun and dancing because that's the way I would want my friends and loved ones to remember me. Rest in Peace Kim; and don't forget to make room for the rest of us. May God be with you. Love you all, Kay!!

Glenda Griffis

January 4, 2002

Jim,

Very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Glenda Griffis

Brian Mills

January 4, 2002

Jim,

I was very saddened to hear about your loss. From the Mills family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

ADC Brian Mills & family

Beth Leski

January 4, 2002

Kim was always the rock at Andrews whether it was during initiation or admin inquiries. May God bless you, Jim and family, she will be greatly missed, but not forgotten.

Jim Ortega

January 4, 2002

Jim, I was truly saddened to hear the news of Kim's passing. Both Kim and yourself were truly there for me when I needed your advice and friendship. Kim was an inspiration to many. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. YNCS Jim Ortega

Scott Jensen

January 4, 2002

Jim,

I am so sorry Kim is gone. God needed a Chief in Heaven. My prayer's and thoughts go to you and Kim's family. God Bless You.

AEC(AW)Scott Jensen

VP-60

Chuck Whitworth

January 4, 2002

Master Chief and family,

I was saddened to hear of yours and our loss of a great sailor, a true shipmate and a good friend. Kim helped me more than once in our tour together at VP-68. May God ease your suffering and may you know that the CPO community is here for you always.

Gary and Mary Woxland

January 3, 2002

Our prayers and condolences to the family of Master Cheif Kim's family.

We met Kim once,while visiting our

dear daughter Diana Faraone,my hus- band and I found Kim to be a warm

caring person.

I'll never forget the Precious Hugs

we shared, not knowing it would be our last.

May Kim Rest In Peace

Diana Faraone

January 3, 2002

Master Chief Mendoza,

I will never forget Senior (Kim) and the many days we spent together starting with the day I checked onboard. We used to say in our office, "we are all like family"...and that we were. She was like a sister and friend through all the thick and thin. No matter how low sometimes the valleys seemed or how high the hills appeared we seemed to come through it together. Master Chief you have my deepest and utmost sympathy. I will truely miss her. God Bless you and your family.

Kim (Senior),

It was a pleasure working with you and I already miss you. I will always remember you for all the memories we made together. You taught me alot throughout this past year and half and that I will take with me forever. God Bless You Kim I will miss you much.

YN1 Diana Faraone (Admin LPO)

Naval Air Facility Washington

Sheree Hayes

January 3, 2002

As a member of the CPO community and 0466 reservist, I am sending you, hte family, my deepest sympathy. May you receive the strenght to celebrate her life through Jesus Christ during this special holiday season.

Harriet Owens

January 3, 2002

My condolences to your family after learning of your loss. I was expecting to come back to work with good news expected. This is just another reminder of how fragile life really is. So sorry.

PN1 Owens

Colleen Burt

January 3, 2002

Jim,

My heart goes out to you and your family during this time.

I will miss Kim, her energy, and her friendship. I will always remember her as a mentor from my fledgling days and later, as a "brother" Senior Chief.

My belief is she will continue to inspire happiness and love in us all.

Always,

Colleen

CAPT Scott Beaton USNR

January 2, 2002

Jim,

I was crushed when I heard about you losing Kim. Senior Chief was my right hand here at NAF Washington. I will miss her dearly. I know I can't appreciate the depth of your loss. I can only tell you that you are in my thoughts and prayers, and that our world is a quieter and less enthusiatic place without Kim.

Sincerely,

Scott Beaton

"Skipper"

PNCM(AW) Doug DeVault

January 2, 2002

Jim,

I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Doug

PNCM(AW) Doug DeVault

January 2, 2002

Jim,

I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Doug

Sammy Kogel

January 2, 2002

Jim,

I'm so very sorry to hear about your loss. I will always remember the great time Kim and I had and the things we learned during initiation. She made a difference each and every day and I will sorely miss her.

HMC(FMF) Howard A. Gorder

January 2, 2002

CMDMC Mendoza & Scharenbroch Family,

We were deeply touched by the sudden departure of a great Senior Chief, Shipmate, CPOA President, friend and mentor. Kim taught us a great deal about how to LIVE life with PASSION! We were blessed to have known her and thank you for having sharing her LIFE with us! As was clarified repeatedly, her ZEST and ZEAL for LIFE are how I'm sure Kim would like to be remembered! Howard

Jorge Minana

January 2, 2002

May God bless your family, we will miss you, shipmate.

Andre Pearson

January 2, 2002

Master Chief, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have great respect and admiration for Senior Chief Mendoza and I will never forget her growl or her smile. My prayers are with your entire family.

Your Brother In Christ

YNC (Ret) Andre Cortez Pearson

Cynthia Farmer, NC1(AW)

January 2, 2002

In celebration Of Sr. Mendoza's life, I am truly greatful for the opened doors that she made possible for me through her mentorship. I mostly admired her for her "bull dog tenacity", to ensure the job gets done. God Bless and comfort you Master Chief.

Amy Corgan-Blodgett

January 2, 2002

My condolences to the Scharenbroch/Mendoza family. I knew Kim when I was a child, spending time with my sister Lisa (they were in high school) listening to Styx and singing their hearts out. May God bless you and keep you in your time of sorrow.

CMDCM George M. Hutchison

January 2, 2002

Jim,

To have known Kim is to know joy. To have loved Kim is to know bliss.

To have been loved by Kim is to know rapture.

Many of us knew Kim.

Some of us loved Kim.

You, Jim, were loved by Kim and you will always have the feelings and memories that came from your union.

I'm very sorry, Jim.

Jim McGilloway

January 2, 2002

Jimmy,

Words can not express my deepest sorrow for you and your family. May the good memories of Kim help to mend your heart and ease your sorrow. You are in my prayers.

regards,

ATCS(RET)Jim McGilloway

VP-68

ISCM Robert Bowman

January 2, 2002

Jim,

I am truly sorry to know that Kim is gone. She was a real fireball and inspiration to many. As a Senior Chief she was a mentor and motivator who took charge. Traits we all aspire to. I'm proud to say I had the privedge to work with and learn from both of you. Now she is with our Heavenly Father and our prayers are with you and your families.

Very Respectfully,

Bob Bowman

Randall Middleton

January 2, 2002

Master Chief Mendoza,

It was a priviliege to serve with YNCS(AW) Mendoza. She will be missed but never forgotten. My GOD bless and keep you and your family in your times of need.

Terrell Randall

January 2, 2002

Master Chief, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. No words can comfort you at this but you can know that God is here bring you through this situation.

Sincerly,

ITC(SW/AW)Randall

Susan Lewis

January 1, 2002

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. Kim was a great inspiration to many of us in the Chief's community. May your fond memories be forever with you and help to ease your pain. Kim will be sorely missed!!

Keith Davidson

December 31, 2001

"How miserably things seem to be arranged in this world. If we have no friends, we have no pleasure; and if we have them, we are sure to lose them, and be doubly pained by the loss."

-Abraham Lincoln

--From the February 25, 1842 Letter to Joshua Speed

Roger Lawson

December 31, 2001

Jim

Words cant express what I am feeling right now. My thoughts, prayers and condolences are with you, your family and Kim's family.

Tad Kelly

December 30, 2001

Jim and Family,

My heartfelt condolences got out to you this evening. It was a pleasure and honor to meet Kim during the Rights of Passage. I can still hear her voice ringing in the back of my head. I use to wonder if that was a good thing but now I am sure it is. May God's grace shine on you.

Respectfully,

Tad Kelly

OSC USNR

Joe and Kathleen Nolan

December 30, 2001

Master Chief and Family,

All our thoughts and prayers to you now. We'll remember Senior Chief fondly for her humor, commitment and kindness. Please don't hesitate to call on your family of Chiefs for anything.

Respectfully,

ISC Joe Nolan

JNTSTF/J2

David Redman

December 29, 2001

Thank you Kim,

May Gods Blessings be bestowed upon Jim and all of your loved ones in thier time. Thank you, Kim, for all your effort, to be Genuine is to be pure. You taught us all that reality.

Dave Olds

December 29, 2001

Jim and Family,

I can't even begin to express the feelings I have for Kims passing. It was so sudden. She was so full of life and spirit. You could always count on her for advice, motivation and untiring friendship. My best memory of Kims determination and spirit was watching her complete the Marine Corps Marathon - tired, blood soaked feet and of course her ever present smile. Jim, if you ever need anything - call!!

Dave "Barney" Olds and Family

Captain Craig & Betty Groom

December 29, 2001

Close your eyes for a moment and remember a time when Kim was laughing and smiling, which was almost all the time, and let your heart take it in and bring you that same joy that God gave us through Kim every time we were with her.

The United States Navy and the world is a lesser place without her.

Senior Chief, we love you and know that you have eternal rest with the Lord.

Master Chief, our prayers are with you. May God hold you in His hands.

John G. Cotton

December 29, 2001

Master Chief and Family: Kim made a difference to many, many people, and that's the best that can be said about anyone's life. She will be greatly missed and you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Warm regards and with condolences,

jgc

RADM John G. Cotton, USNR

Sherry Tarantino

December 29, 2001

May God wrap his arms around family and friends comforting you all. My thoughts and prayers.

LISA KENDRICK

December 29, 2001

AVCM(AW) MENDOZA,

I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YNCS(AW) MENDOZA'S PASSING. YNCS GAVE STRENGH TO "WOMEN" IN THE MILITARY, WHEN YOU ASKED HER FOR ADVICE, THE ANSWER NEVER CHANGED "WORK HARD". YOU BOTH DEMONSTRATED THAT WITH DEDICATION A MILITARY COUPLE CAN SURVIVE DEPLOYMENTS AND LONG WORKING HOURS. GOD BLESS YOU, WE BOTH KNOW THAT SHE WILL MAKE YNCM IN HEAVEN.

Mark & Terri Welling

December 28, 2001

Dear Jim and Family;

Word's can not begin to express our sorrow at hearing of Kim's passing. Our thought's and prayers are with you at this time. May God provide you with strenght to endure this great lost.

Warmest of Wishes Alway's

Mark & Terri

(301)863-7863

Ron Eggert

December 28, 2001

What a shock. My thoughts and prayers to you Jim and the rest of the Mendoza/Scharenbroch family. You were taken from us way too soon Kim...your dedication to the Navy and CPO community will be sorely missed.

Mary Koronkiewicz

December 28, 2001

Master Chief,

My sincere condolences to you and your family. The Navy has lost a truely strong woman. The Navy is worse for her loss. May the blessings of God be with us all in the long dark days and nights ahead.

NCC(AW) Mary Koronkiewicz

Neal Henderson

December 28, 2001

Jim and Family

Kim’s enthusiasm and love for life will be missed greatly. Her legacy is all the friends and relatives that she has directly impacted over the years, I feel fortunate to count myself in that group. I learned a lot from her during my short association with her in the NAF CPOA. Our best wishes, thoughts and prayers will be with you.

NCCS Neal Henderson & Erica Hansen

Naval Reserve Recruiting Command Area Northeast

mark khuen

December 28, 2001

Jim,

Michele, Kyle and I are so sad to have lost such a special friend and shipmate. Kim will always be a part of our lives as well as everyone she came in contact with. Michele and I will always cherish the pig roast that we attended, to this day Michele still talks about how much energy kim had when she was dancing. SHE WAS THE BEST CPOA PRESIDENT AND SENOIR CHIEF THAT WE HAD THE PRIVELAGE TO KNOW!!!!!!! May God bless you and her family.

IYAAOYAS (except if your a YN )

Susan Sanson

December 28, 2001

Jim and family,

I was shocked to hear the news. I only met you both once. The Chief's community will miss Kim and her spirit.

God Bless

Susan Sanson, CNOCM

Command Master Chief

Naval District Washington

Gwen Wallmark

December 28, 2001

Jim and Family,

I was deeply saddened to hear of Kim's passing. It is hard to believe a person so full of life, love, and happiness is gone. She was a true "Navy Chief" and an inspiration to many - The Navy Family will miss her.

My condolences and prayers to all of you.

God Bless,

Gwen Wallmark HMCM,USNR

Naval District Washington

NMPS/LACMOB Representative

dana bogdanoff

December 28, 2001

JIM,

MY HEART BREAKS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. KIM MADE ME A HOME WHEN I HAD NONE, I WILL ALWAYS TREASURE KNOWING HER. I REMEMBER HER STUDYING FOR HER EAWS WINGS AND COMPLETELY FOCUSED ON HER GOAL. NOW YOU MUST STAY STRONG AND FOCUSED LIKE SHE WOULD WANT YOU TO DO.

BLESS YOU JIM.

DANA P. BOGDANOFF ADCS (RET)

PAMELA MANN AZC

Carl Hatfield

December 28, 2001

Jim,

So sorry to hear the news. You have our thoughts and prayers. God bless you shipmate.

YN2 Christina Lupton

December 28, 2001

To the Scharenbroch/Mendoza family, My prayers goes out to your family. Although I've only known Senior Chief for a short period of time, it seems like I've known her for a lifetime. She was filled with so much happiness. She will be deeply missed. Everytime I think of her, I smile. That's the impact she has on me. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.

Chuck & Bert Wallace

December 28, 2001

To Jim we offer our heartfelt condolences and many many prayers. Kim is a Chief’s Chief and a vital member of the “Navy Family.” She was a good friend to many, and will be greatly missed. We can all take comfort in the fact that she will be watching over us.

YNCM Vicky Carroll, USN (Ret.)

December 28, 2001

Jim and Family,

Kim was a very special person who touched so many lives. Her infectious smile and great personality made her a joy to be around. I enjoyed working with her very much -- we were a great team! I will miss her friendship very much. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Vicky

David Salter

December 28, 2001

Master Chief and Family,

What a loss to all of us. Kim was a dynamic individual! Kim had a talent of convincing you of the need to find a way to work harder at achieving your goals, ultimately making you more efficient and utimately a better person. She was a motivator a real Navy Senior Chief!!! My only regret is that I didn't get a chance to know her better. She had so much to give.

Kim will be sorely missed, but her spirit will live on inside each of us every day! Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Respectfully,

CTTCS David Salter

USNR SPAWAR HQ-0366

Jeanne and Terry Brown

December 28, 2001

We'll miss you Kim. We'll see you when we get there. Love, Jeanne and Terry.

Lita M Taylor

December 28, 2001

To the Mendoza Family,

God Bless and may god be with your family.

ATC Charles B. Moore

December 28, 2001

Kim selflessly contributed so very much to the lives of her friends, coworkers, family, and fellow chiefs. These contributions have left a supply of memories through which Kim will live forever. God bless you.

The Moore Family

Sheri Bentley

December 28, 2001

Master Chief, my heart just aches for you. I had only just met Kim during Initiation this summer and didn't know her very well, but it saddens me immeasurably to know that she is gone.

Bill and I send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

CTIC Sheri Bentley

NRSECGRU Washington

Linda Johns

December 28, 2001

Master Chief/Family,

May your memories of Kim provide comfort during this time.

"No one's death comes to pass without making some impression, and those close to the deceased inherit part of the liberated soul and become richer in their humanness."

...WE ARE ALL INDEED RICHER...

ITC Linda Johns - USNR

NAF Washington CPOA

Veronica Fonteno-Harris

December 28, 2001

May the Lord be with the Mendoza/Scharenbroch Family in this time of need. My deepest sympathies and prayers are with the family. With only a little time knowing you Senior Chief at REDCOM SE, you have left lasting memories.

CDR Pat Hyland

December 28, 2001

Star Warrior One-

My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Senior was admired and cherished by us all. My 2 year old daughter still plays with the winnie the pooh doll Kim gave her when I first checked aboard. Gloria and I will always remember her kindness. God Bless you always. XO

Jennifer Fish

December 28, 2001

Master Chief Mendoza,

I have only known Senior Chief for a very short time, and in that short time I got to know her quickly. May God guide you and your family to help you deal with the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Msg to Senior Chief - "In the short time that I got to know you, I would like to say Thank You. You always made it a point to say HI to everyone in the morning, no matter how your day was going. I know that you will be loved with GODs arms wrapped around you. When the angels play music, dance and rejoyce." You will be missed.

John Snyder

December 28, 2001

Jim,

My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Medell Cooper

December 28, 2001

May God Bless you Jim and all the family. Kim, I will miss you always but I will treasure the memories of the times we shared.

ROBERT NEWMAN

December 28, 2001

My condolence in the lose of your love one and mother. May God be with you and may you find comfort and peace in the days ahead.

God Bless

Bob Newman,REDCOM SE

Scott VanHorn

December 28, 2001

Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with the Mendoza's Family. Kim will be truely missed but her memory will be with us forever.

AMC(AW) Scott VanHorn

stephen (doc) lee

December 28, 2001

jim,

so very sorry

doc

Anna M. Gibson

December 27, 2001

To the Scharenbroch/Mendoza family, My heart is heavy with the realization that Kim is no longer with us here on earth. I'm comforted that God has one of the Navy's finest, most sincere, and dedicated Senior Chief "Flag" writers onboard with him. I will treasure the many years of wonderful experiences I shared with her and Jim and my Navy family. She was truly my "little" buddy. I pray that we will all recover but not forget the high spirited woman and Navy Senior Chief we had the pleasure of knowing, loving, and serving with. Kim, I miss you so much!! I love you.

AMC(AW) Anna M. Gibson

NAF Washington

Sharon & Chris Szenas

December 27, 2001

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mendoza family. Kim was my sponsor during my initiation to Chief in FY-2000. I learned so much from her that I will treasure always. May God bless you!

YNC Sharon and ATC Chris Szenas

Van Walker

December 27, 2001

My deepest sympathies to Master Chief and his family. The short time I knew her at REDCOM SE will be with a smile. If there is anything at all I can do, please let me know. May God bless you all.

Arden Battle

December 27, 2001

From a fellow dual military family, may God bless you and your family with comfort, solitude and inner peace during this time. All that God does is not meant for us to understand but to have the faith that it is his will and for the better. STAY ENCOURAGED AND KEEP THE FAITH...MMCS/ENC BATTLE.

Ray Sutton

December 27, 2001

She left us way too soon. Her memory will always be with me. She lived life to the fullest. Dancing Queen!! I'll miss you Kim.

LATOYA SMENDA

December 27, 2001

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, I would like for you to know that Senior Chief was a joy to have around, such a fun person, and will be dearly missed.

Dan and Shannon Bresnock

December 27, 2001

Our thoughts and prayers to CMDMC Mendoza and family during this difficult time. Knowing YNCS(AW) Mendoza for just a short period of time at our command she was a wonderful person with a such a great and up beat personality. She will be missed. Once again, sorry for your loss. God bless AMSC(AW) and YN1 Bresnock

Knyetta Austin

December 27, 2001

My condolences and prayers are with you Master Chief and your family during this time of sorrow. I will continue to pray for you and your family. Senior Chief will surely be missed but not forgotten.

Sincerely,

YN1 Knyetta Austin

REDCOM SE

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