Edward M. Mendonca Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Edward M. Mendonca (Watsonville, California) is shared. Edward passed away on September 21, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Edward M. Mendonca to pay them a last tribute.
Edward will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Edward by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Edward is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Edward’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Manual Mendonca and Marie Mendonca; his siblings, Theresa Thompson and William; his wife Doreen Shilleto; and his children, Doredda Grossman, Antoinette Runyon (Toni) and Michael.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 at 9:30 AM at the Chapel of Ave Maria Mortuary (609 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076). A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 at the Pajaro Valley Cemetery.
The family has asked that for those who choose, a donation could be made in Edward's name to the Doug Flutie Foundation for Autism: http://www.flutiefoundation.orga service will be held on Friday, October 2nd at 9:30 AM at the Chapel of Ave Maria Mortuary in Watsonville followed by a graveside service with military honors at Pajaro Valley Cemetery.
