Papa Frank. 

That’s what we always called you. The first real memories I have of you were those summer days I would drop off or pick up a kiddo from your grandpa daycare days & I ALWAYS found you in the middle of project, namely that old RV you redid from carpet to cabinets. You never hesitated to smile at me & ask for a hand. I started thinking you just liked the company more than needed a young girls help. You always asked questions & listened intently to my answers. You always gave me so much to learn. Made sure I didn’t leave empty handed. 

You and Granny Laurie only cracked my heart more wide open when you showed that same love & interest in my babies too. They could walk right in, sit down with you & they felt so at home. A home you built. A home you filled with love and laughter.  A home we will always call “papas”. 

My babies and I will forever be grateful to have been bonuses to you, Papa. To have been blessed to experience the love, patience, grace, kindness & wisdom you constantly showed. Being welcomed with big, open arms for birthdays, holidays & your famous cooking. 

While we miss you more than words could ever describe, I know we all have a spot up there waiting for us in a big beautiful house you’re building right now for us. I can’t wait. 

We miss you. We love you. & Most of all, we will continue to shed light on each piece you’ve left for each of us to carry your memory on. ♥️

Uncle Frank, I miss you so much and I watched the SmackDown and London night roll and it just wasn’t the same. I couldn’t talk to you about it, but I mean I did talk to you went outside and talk to you. I don’t know what to think you know because you’re not, don’t know how this works, but it seems like right after the funeral. This white crane showed up pure white one and this cloud And I said give me a signal and that’s in that white bird came down and it’s still down here at the rehab place but Uncle Frank I miss you so much and you always my favorite uncle and I don’t have you no more. You know it was the three amigos me, you and Travis And you know your funeral service I wanted you to the 10 bell ring you know WWE wrestlers would pass away they would do that and you were like one of the biggest fan since day one and I wanted to do it but just wasn’t enough time and but I want you to know that I love you and that I miss you And I’m gonna buy me a nova like your old one and you know I just wasn’t ready for you to go you know we just promised each other we’d fight but you know Jesus and God needed you with them and now you’re with you know your mom my grandma and grandpa and you’re with my dad and I hope you are enjoying life up there right now and watch over me And your sister and brothers and all your grandkids and your children and great grandkids you know because I always love you but Uncle Frank thank you for never judging me and thank you for always being the best uncle that you could be and you listening to every surgery to ever had and I still wake up in the rehab waiting to see you sitting there to visit with me And if I ever have surgery again, I’m gonna be looking for that again just promised me Uncle Frank that when is my time you will come pick me up just like you would when I was a kid you know you can pick me up in that sweet nova of yours up therebut I love you deal and I always will rest in peace Uncle Frank just know that I love you with all my he

Papa Frank ~ You are so missed! 

We’re thankful he is no longer fighting for each breath and that he is at peace…but we’re beyond sad for our loss. Our loss of his smile, his yummy breakfast spread, his presence that brings all the family together. Our loss of future Christmases and camping trips and hugs from Papa Franksmiley Mendez. I’m going to miss hearing his voice on the phone saying “I love you mi hijo” to Travis. There’s a big hole in the Mendez family now. 
~ TACO Mendez family

Papa doing what he loved. 
- Taking care of his grands (family) 
- mowing lawns

My Grandpa was an amazing man. He was thoughtful, he was kind, he was funny, he was peaceful but most of all he was comfort. He was a place many of us would call home. He was a safe place when everything felt so mean. His presence alone brought peace to many hearts. My Grandpa was a true man of his word. He was someone you could count on no matter the time of day or need. He would show up and help in any way he could. He was an honest man, he was loving, he was caring. He cared about everyone around him even a stranger wasn’t a stranger when he was around. He loved his family deeply. He gave so much of his life to serving his family and he always did it from the kindness of his heart. I have my own personal story that revolves around my grandpa saving me a way no one could have saved me. Because of his dedication to his family and his children, I got to grow up with him. His grace saved many lives from generational destruction.  Some of my favorite memories were sitting in the garage with him while he either listened to country music or Spanish music while he worked on cars. We always had watermelon and popsicles. As a young boy he spent most days in a field with his parents and siblings to help provide for their family. He was full of joy. He had a smile that would light up any room and a belly laugh that was contagious. That is something I will cherish forever. I will never forget that smile or his laugh. My grandpa could not sit still he always had to be doing something. He loved having projects around the house to keep him busy. Even when he shouldn’t have, he was. He was a humble man that was driven by love and family. He was a gentle, and loving, with a heart of gold. He was a great husband, friend, dad and the best Papa. My two-year-old still tells me Papa can’t have my Binky as every time wed go over there hed fake cry and tell her he needs the binky. 

Pap we will miss you forever! 
- Your baby Felicity

Papa you were such a hard worker. Even in the freezing cold!

My papa was so special to us all. He was so funny, kind, gentle hearted, and hardworking. I’m so thankful for the time I had with him. I love him with every piece of me. I’ll always be your little mouse & monkey. 
Love, Brooklyn.

Thank you Frank for allowing me to be part of this beautiful family. You always welcomed me with open arms and nothing but love and warmth. Thank you for raising one of the best men I have ever met. I know that your love, kindness, and stubbornness will live on in him forever. Gone, but never ever forgotten.

Dad we will take care of Laurie and know she is so loved. Laurie has been so good to you. We all appreciate her beyond words or measure. We are so grateful for her selfless act of taking care of her beloved Honey all the way through. You two are the greatest example of love. We admire Laurie as your wife and our bonus mom! Thank you Laurie for choosing my Dad. We love you.

It was an honor for Paul, Francisco ( Boo), Travis, Andy, Preston and Cody to carry you to your final resting place.

Annette and family, what a beautiful service celebrating a man who lived life well and loved his family so generously. We are so sorry for your loss and pray the comfort of Holy Spirit surrounds you!

He was the most sweetest, caring, loving and so kind of a man on this earth. His  infectious smile and laughter was  so  beautiful inside and out. Tio Frank, I will always love you and thank you for being you and for being so selfless. 🙏❤️ God had an angel among us all this time and now it’s your time to be his disciple. RIP , glad I held your hand, pray w ya and kissed you, not knowing this would be the last time,  no more pain tio, how beautiful that must be. Grandma was waiting for you🙏Love Cindy & Rick Flores , your oldest niece.

So sorry for my brother lost. will miss him a lot. my best friend, love you so much. had a heart of gold. always ready to help anyone that needed help.  good husband , good brother, great ,great  grandfather . miss you so much. love you .Simon Mendez JR.

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Celebration of Life

Simon Mendez

Lupe Rubio Mendez

Laurie M. Mendez

Paul Mendez, Travis Mendez (Leslie), Annette Mendez, Francisco Mendez Jr. (Heidi), Angel Mendez, and Desiree Mapes (Ryan Conner)

Frankie Mendez and Daniel Mendez

Mary Clark (Lucio), Simon Mendez Jr., Juanita Kalp (Fred), and Juan Mendez (Karen)

Robert Kalp

Candice Burdick, Preston Burdick (Victoria Roebuck), Cody Burdick (Shaylene Payton), Mariah Burdick, Travis Mendez Jr., Addison Mendez, Corbin Mendez, Ozzy Mendez, Felicity Mendez (Josh Warzek), Jada McVay (Aiden Chavez), Brooklyn Claussen (C.J.), Manuel Sandoval, Lillian Dunbar, Lilly Mendez, Samuel Mendez, Zoey Dunbar, Lucas Mendez, Brody Schwabauer, and Charlee Schwabauer

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Francisco Mendez

11 August, 1955 – 12 August, 2025

Lakeview Funeral Home & Cemetery

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