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Guadalupe Mendez Obituary

Guadalupe “Lupe� Mendez, 60, resident of Colorado Springs since 2005, passed away on December 31, 2012. He was a loving husband, father, sibling, and friend. Lupe was born on November 7, 1952 in Galveston, Texas to Manuel and Elena Mendez, the youngest of seven children. He enlisted in the Marine Corps at 18 and transitioned to the United States Air Force where he proudly served his country and retired after 21 years of service. He married his wife Eleanor “Sue� Mendez in 1974 while he was in the service, and they had three sons together: Richard Sean, Matthew Lee, and Eric Guadalupe Mendez. Upon his retirement, he and Sue settled in Colorado Springs where he worked at Carmax and “never met a stranger because he was always a friend.� Everyone who had the fortune to encounter Lupe found him to be loving, dedicated, humorous, happy, and a car enthusiast. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He leaves behind his wife Sue; three sons: Richard, Matthew, and Eric; his siblings Mary Aguilar, Manuel Mendez, Ernest Mendez, Carmen Amador; his son Richard's wife, Amy Mendez; and his grandson, Carter Mendez born to Matthew. Waiting for him in heaven are his parents, as well his brothers: Andrew and Daniel Mendez. A Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, January 4, 2013 with a Rosary to follow at 9:30 a.m. and a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m. all at the Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful� Chapel. A Reception will follow the services and will be held at the Olympian Plaza Reception and Event Center, 975 South Union Boulevard. “Those we Love remain with us. For Love itself lives on. Cherished memories never fade, because one loved is gone. Those we Love can never be, more than a thought apart, for as long as there's a memory, they live on in our heart.� -Anonymous Online Condolences: ShrineOfRemembrance.com

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 3, 2013.

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James Thomas

January 5, 2013

I have a ton of great memories with Lupe, He taught me a lot about life and I will miss his humor and positive attitude towards life. Lupe was one of those people who always put a smile on my face even when I was having bad day. You will be missed, RIP my good friend.

Mike Kearney

January 4, 2013

Lupe was one of the nicest, kindest gentleman I've ever had the pleasure to know. I never saw him without a smile on his face and he brought smiles to everyone around him. The entire Mendez family are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP my friend.

Tonya Perez

January 4, 2013

What a joy to have known you. You will be missed. God Bless. Tonya

Jon Stephens

January 4, 2013

May the Lord be with the Mendez family and give them the peace and understanding they seek during these times. Lupe's spirit for living will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Lupe! You will be missed. There will be a day when we meet again!

Lynne Stover

January 4, 2013

I will always remember Lupe singing and smiling. He was such a ray of sunshine and I enjoyed working with him. My prayers are for your family that they may be surrounded by our Father at this time and that you are enjoying Heaven! We will see you again!

Lisa

January 3, 2013

Lupe was truely a wonderful man,he was loved by all. My heart breaks for his family. May God Bless you all for your great loss. He will be missed.

Barbara Pope

January 3, 2013

ONE OF THE KINDEST, MOST POSITIVE MEN I HAVE MET. MY CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF THE FAMILY. I ALSO AM PROUD TO SHARE A GRANDSON (CARTER), WITH HIM.

Aileen

January 3, 2013

Lupe-You always knew how to bring a smile to our faces! I know we only knew eachother for a short time but you will be greatly missed! My prayers and condolences go out to your family and loved ones. May you rest in peace.

Doug Klenovich

January 3, 2013

May the Mendez family be surrounded by God's grace as you mourn the loss of this great man. Lupe always brightened my spirit daily working together. I will forever miss your funloving and caring personality.

Beth

January 3, 2013

Rest in peace... Heaven just recieved another great soul. You will be missed dearly. Remain close to your Grandson Carter, let your son, wife, and family feel your presence through him, his love, and his smile. Much Love xo

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