Edward Moya Mendez, age 83, of Ranger, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Discovery Village in Southlake, Texas. He was born on April 24, 1943, to the late Aurora and Marcus Barbosa.
Edward married the love of his life, Sally Jo Cafagno, on January 5, 1963, at Wayfarers Chapel in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Together, they built a life and family that remained central to his heart.
Edward proudly served in the United States Army, where he attained the rank of Drill Sergeant. He was stationed at Fort Ord, California, before leaving military service in 1972.
Following his military career, Edward joined American Airlines, where he dedicated more than 30 successful years to opening and establishing operations throughout Central and South America. He ultimately retired from his distinguished career as Manager of Care.
Edward will be remembered for his dedication, his years of service to his country, and his commitment to his family. His legacy will live on through the many lives he touched and the loved ones who will forever cherish his memory.
He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Sanders, and her husband, Jason Sanders; his three grandchildren, Bryce Sanders and his wife, Ashley Doyle, Jacob Mendez, and Riley Sanders; his sister, Sally Ward, and her family; and his brother, Mark Barbosa, and his family.
Edward was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sally Mendez, and his son, Christopher Mendez.
Funeral Services
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Moore Funeral Home, located at 1219 N. Davis Drive, Arlington, Texas 76012.
Visitation: 10:00 a.m.
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m.
Burial: 1:15 p.m. at Dallas–Fort Worth National Cemetery, with full military honors.
Edward will be laid to rest with the military honors befitting his service and dedication to our country.
He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
