January 15, 1930 - March 24, 2026
Tomasa “Tommy” Mendoza, 96, of Lathrop CA passed away on March 24th . She was born in Calexico, California on January 15, 1930. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Cruz Mendoza, and her sons, Manuel Guzman and John Guzman. She is survived by her children: David Mendoza, Mary Keathley, Edward Guzman, Joe Chavez, Danny Mendoza, and Donald Mendoza.
Tomasa was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was known for her kindness, generosity, and selflessness. She was always willing to help others whenever possible.
She spent many years volunteering her time in a variety of ways, including at the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop in Stockton, CA. She created lasting and beautiful memories with those she loved. Memories of her detailed sewing projects, the countless meals she made for each of us, and the smile she always had when we walked in the door.
She will be deeply missed and forever loved.
VISITATION
A visitation will be held from 5:30pm - 8:00pm with a rosary starting at 6:30pm on Monday, April 6th, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICE
A service will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 at the Vineyard Chapel at Cherokee Memorial Park, located at 14165 N. Beckman Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. The final committal will follow in the Chapel of Flowers in Cherokee Memorial Park, located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240.
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Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Guzman Mendoza family.