94, of Tampa, Florida, peacefully passed on to the arms of his Lord Savior July 2, 2020
Leopoldo was born in Aguada, Puerto,Rico to the late, Rodolfo Mendoza and Maria Soto.
Leopoldo was known by his friends and family as “Leo”. He came to the United States in 1949 in search of the “American Dream” for 35 years he worked at Las Novedas Restaurant in Ybor City, starting out as a dish washer and eventually becoming a Head Chef.
He also worked at “Columbia Restaurant” and “Spanish Park” Restaurant until he retired,
He was very well known for Spanish cuisine and not to forget his “Famous Flan”. Leo was loved dearly by his co-workers and longtime customers. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, brother & sister in- law. He took pleasure in cooking for family gatherings and holidays.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Rudy Mendoza, Candelario Mendoza and Jose Mendoza. Leo is survived by his beloved wife of 70 wonderful years, Nieves Mendoza;
son, Rudy Mendoza (Teddie); daughter, Yolanda Prado (Robert); grandchildren, Richard Prado,
Lee Mendoza (Sarah), Marco Mendoza (Brittany), Brandon Mendoza (Rochelle) and great granddaughter, Aubrey Mendoza, along with (6) sisters and (11) brothers.
“He Will Be Forever Alive In Our Love”
Memorial Service is Friday, July 24, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.
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