Robert Mendez

Robert was a loving son to his father Damacio Mendez of Marion, Texas, and mother Juanita Cortez Mendez of New Braunfels, Texas. He was the eldest son, doting on and best friend to his younger sisters Mary Lou Libby and Mary Esther Sanchez.

Robert was a Master Electrician. He worked for various electrical companies over the years and owned and operated his own contract electrical services company for decades. He also served as a fireman, emergency responder after serving in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.

Always fond of the ocean and being on the water, Robert would dream of sailing his own sailboat. He also enjoyed jazz music, dancing, and spending time visiting family. He loved being away from the hustle and bustle of city life, choosing to reside in quiet, small rural areas. Robert was thoughtful and caring, always inquiring about his grandchildren and visiting them as much as he could. He was also present, supportive, and consistently keeping up with his family and dear friends. Robert will be remembered for his charm, funny stories, knowing someone anywhere he went and the ability to make friends wherever he went.

Robert became one of Jehovah’s Witness over 30 years ago, associating with the Kerrville Riverside Congregation in recent years. He was devoted to our Heavenly Father and loved sharing with any who would listen about God’s Kingdom. He will be missed by so many!

Robert is preceded in death by his parents Damacio Mendez and Juanita Cortez Mendez. He is also preceded in death by his brother-in-law Jerry Sanchez and nephew Feliciano Ayala, Jr.

Robert is survived by his loving wife Patricia Caicedo. Robert is also survived by his loved daughters Cynthia (John) Mendez-Bavousette, Patricia (Peter) Larson, and Regina (Bryan) Untereiner and grandchildren Katherine Bavousette, Madeline Bavousette, Phoenix Maschek, Westly Larson, Stellan Larson, Reagan Morrow and Claire Untereiner. He is also survived by his stepdaughter Paula Palacios (Oscar Polanco) of New Jersey and stepson Carlos (Aleksandra) Palacio of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. His surviving siblings are Mary Lou (John) Libby and Mary Esther Sanchez. Robert is survived too by many cousins, nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

A Gathering of Family & Friends will be held on December 20, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Sunset North Funeral Home, located at 910 North Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, Texas, 78232.

A Commemoration of Comfort and Hope will follow at the same venue, starting at 2:00 pm.

A Reception will take place at 3:00 pm, also at Sunset North Funeral Home.