Gabriel Mendez
1938-2011
A life well lived.
A faithful servant, man of honor, dedicated father, loyal husband,
tireless laborer and problem solver,
humorous and joyful,
good listener, matter of fact explainations,
handsome, charming, sexy and strong,
kind yet stern, adventurous yet cautious,
dependable-opinionated-circumspect,
moral and high expectations,
demanding yet forgiving,
not always patient but willing to admit his faults,
loved his friends and family,
loved by many although sometimes feared,
proud and simple,
generous provider and heartfelt giver,
a countryman, patriotic and politically passionate,
keen eye for details-artistic and creative,
a rebel with his own ideas,
a leader and role model and at times stubborn as a donkey,
sensitive to certain "teenage" noises and smells...
loud music, grape bubble gum,strong perfumes like hairspray and hair dye!
Grandfather with a powerful presence, gentle spirit, a tractorman and golfer,
put away your toys, respect other peoples property, take care of your things, clean up after yourself, work hard, be honest and trust in God, say your prayers and don't lose the channel changer!
How could we ever feel sad...the life we shared with you was full and with no regrets.
Although your tired body has gone to sleep, your beauty will never fade!
Our sweet and loving father, we are blessed by your spirit.
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