Gina Marie Mendez, age 51, passed away September 28, 2018 in Dallas, TX. She was born March 8, 1967 in Dallas, TX to Dolores and Gregory Cortinas. Gina was raised in Dallas, TX and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1984.
Gina married Victor Mendez in 1992 and the couple had three children. She worked as a clerk at Cliff Check Cashing for more than 10 years. In her spare time she enjoyed being with her grandchildren, playing bingo, reading, watching ghost stories, cooking shows, Harry Potter and eating her BBQ.
Her family and friends will always remember her as a strong brave woman who never gave up for her children and grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Dolores and Gregory Cortinas. She is survived by her Husband, Victor Mendez; Children, Megan Mendez, Kimberly Mendez & Andrew Mendez; Brother, Michael Cortinas; Grandchildren, Aydann, Alaynna & Arianna Gamino, Aaliyah & Jazlyn Jove, Alicia and Ruby Mendez.
Gina was a breast cancer survivor. Despite every health obstacle, she managed to be a very joyful happy woman which made her a victorious woman.
Rest in Peace, Gina!
