Michael Anthony Mandujano

Police Officer Michael Anthony Mandujano at the age of 59, went to be with our Lord and Savior September 10, 2022, in San Antonio, Texas, surrounded by those he loved. He fought a courageous battle with stomach cancer and is now free.

Mike was born October 23, 1962, to Richard G. Mandujano and Oralia G. Rios in San Antonio, TX. He graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1980. After graduating from high school, he pursued his lifelong dream of becoming a San Antonio Police Officer (SAPD).

In 1982, Mike met the love of his life Elaine while doing what he loved, dancing. When he met Elaine, he knew she was the one. They were married in 1985 and enjoyed 37 years of marriage. They were blessed with two wonderful sons, Michael Ryan (1990) and Matthew Aaron Mandujano (1998). He had such a profound love for his wife and sons. Mike being the man he was, shared his love and kindness with his extended family, community of friends, his brothers, and sisters in Blue and in Christ.

Mike, a kind and caring individual, was beyond proud to serve his community. He started his career in law enforcement with the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office as a Jailer from April 1983 through February 1987. In January 1986, he was hired as a Reserve Officer with the City of Live Oak Police Department holding two jobs. He then served as a full-time Live Oak Police Officer through January 1997. In July 1997, Mike joined SAPD where he served the rest of his life providing 25 years of faithful and dedicated service. He loved being a public servant and a hero to all. He was incredibly selfless when it came to helping others.

Mike was also a devout Catholic who served and devoted his time to St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. He was a spiritual man who helped many enter a new and/or deeper relationship with our Lord and Savior. Mike served as the Director of the Men’s A.C.T.S. retreat. He was an invaluable asset to the St. Mary Magdalen community. He absolutely loved his church.

To say Mike had an incredible passion for music, dancing and the Dallas Cowboys is an understatement. Disco dancing was his specialty. Oh, and we can’t forget his DJ-ing days at the Republic of Texas. There was never a dull moment with Mike. He truly brought celebrations to life. Anyone who met him were immediately drawn to his charismatic personality. Keep on dancing Mike!

Mike was preceded in death by his brother, Andres “Andy” Mandujano; and his mother, Oralia “Lollie” G. Rios.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Elaine P. Mandujano; sons, Michael Ryan Mandujano and wife Nicole, Matthew Aaron Mandujano; father, Richard G. Mandujano; father-in-law, Celestino “Tino” Pacheco; mother-in-law, Herminia “Mini” Pacheco; stepmother, Juana Maria Mandujano; brothers, Richard R. Mandujano, Ricardo A. Mandujano, Eduardo A. Mandujano, and Juan A. Mandujano and wife Annette; sister-in-law, Christine P. Luna (late Henry Luna); brother-in-law, Celestino “Tino” Pacheco Jr. and wife Lisa; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, Godchildren, friends and fellow officers with whom he served and loved.

VISITATIONMONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2022PORTER LORING CHAPEL5:00 P.M. TO 7:00 P.M.1101 McCULLOUGH AVE., 78212

ROSARYMONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2022PORTER LORING CHAPEL7:00 P.M.1101 McCULLOUGH AVE., 78212

PROCESSIONTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 20229:15 A.M.FROM PORTER LORING MORTUARY

MASS10:00 A.M.St. MARY MAGDALEN CATHOLIC CHURCH1710 CLOWER, 78201

Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 17501 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266.