Esther Paz Mendoza

September 23, 1950 - April 17, 2026

Our mother was the definition of strength. She was a woman who faced life’s hardships with courage, carried heavy burdens with grace, and never allowed struggle to defeat her spirit. Through every storm, she remained resilient—standing tall when life tried to bring her down. No matter how difficult the road became, she never gave up.

Her greatest joy was the love she had for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was our northern shining star, always guiding us with strength, sacrifice, and unconditional love. To know her, was to know true love. Though she suffered near the end of her journey, her strength remained. Even in pain, she showed us what courage looks like.

"If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, we would walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. Your absence echoes through everything, but your love still whispers in our hearts. You will always be loved, always remembered and forever missed."

Esther Paz Mendoza, age 75, passed on April 17, 2026; she was born on September 23, 1950, in San Vincente, Mexico and was a resident of Barstow, California.

Visitation will be held at Mead Mortuary, 36930 Irwin Road, Barstow, CA 92311, US, on April 29, 2026, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, followed by the Funeral Service from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The Closing Visitation will be from 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm

A Committal Service will take place at Barstow Cemetery District, Mt View Cemetery, Barstow, CA 92311, US, on April 30, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.