Valentin Moncada-Mendoza's Obituary
In remembrance of Valentin “Junior” Moncada-Mendoza (1998-2019)Valentin “Junior” Moncada-Mendoza was born on June 15, 1998 to Rosalia Mendoza and Valentin Moncada in San Diego California . He was the youngest of two brothers. On October 07, 2017 he married Esmeralda Jiménez and had one daughter Ximena “Mena”. The birth of his daughter was the most important day of his life.He grew up in Spring Valley where attended Spring Valley Elementary School until the 4th grade. Where then moved to Bancroft Elementary School for the 5th grade. He then, continued his education at Spring Valley Middle School and graduated from Steel Canyon High School on the Honors roll. After graduation, he began a career as a Marine. During his time in the U.S Marine Corps he attained the rank of Lance corporal. He was Goofy guy with an outgoing personality. He was also stubborn but passionate and intelligent. He had two childhood friends who were like brothers to him Jacob Arechiga and Jose Arcega. He enjoyed fast cars, watching the New England Partriots, and keeping you updating with good music. He was also apart of many soccer league’s and played football back in high school. He will be greatly missed but will be in our hearts forever.Survivors: Ximena Moncada, Esmeralda Moncada, Rosalia Mendoza, Freddi Moncada, and Valentin Moncada.
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