Mrs. Mendez was a member of St. Ann's Parish since 1954. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 568.
She was preceded in death by her sons, Louis Mendez III and Rudy M. Mendez. Survivors: husband of 65 years, Louis Mendez, Jr; daughter, Dolores Mendez; daughter-in-law, Mary Lou Mendez, all of San Antonio, TX; grandchildren, Cynthia A. Martinez and husband Paul A., Louis Mendez IV and wife Jo A.; sister, Pana Mendoza; great grandchildren, Desiree A. Mendez, Louis Mendez V and Philip P. Martinez; numerous nieces and nephews.