Maria C. Mendez "Concha"'s Obituary
Maria C. Mendez, or as most knew her “Concha” was born on January 21st, 1954 in Michoacan, Mexico to her proud parents Ruben Sanchez and Maria Jesus Cortez of Mexico. Maria moved to San Diego, California where she resided for about 53 years. She met the love of her life, Rafael Mendez, whom she married and from their loving union of 44 years, grew their family. Maria not only was a caring mother to her family, but was also a caring teacher for 30 years to her pre school students who knew her as “Mrs. Connie”. Maria was called home on December 4th, 2019 at the age of 65. She is survived by her husband, Rafael, her three children; Patty Mendez-Ramirez, Rafael Mendez Jr., Ceci Mendez and her 6 grandchildren; Zael, Lorenzo, Rafaelito, Andrea, Alina and Alexis. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.
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