Louis Thomas Almendarez 89 years of Mesa, Arizona passed away peacefully on May 11, 2016 after eleven years struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Louis was the eldest son of eight children of the late Rosa Perez. He was born in El Centro, California and grew up in Santa Maria, California and retired in Mesa, Arizona. Before his declining health he enjoyed landscaping and the San Francisco 49ers. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, and uncle. Louie is survived by his wife of 38-years Virginia Almendarez and his first wife of 27-years Rosa Almendarez and their children. Louis B Almendarez (Teri), Angie T Nau (Warren), Pete Almendarez (Susan) and Patricia C Morrison (Tim) as well as 14-grandchildren, 32-great grandchildren, and 4-great-great-grandchildren. Sisters late Agustina “Tina” Almendarez-Cruz-Iturra, Helen Hanson (Paul) and brothers late Andrew Almendarez (Dora), Lawrence Perales (Bernardine), Frank Perales (late Antonia), late Antonio “Tony” (Irene) and Steven Renteria (Matilda).
Memorial services will be held on Friday May 20, 2016 at 11:00am at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1244 S Power Road, Mesa, AZ 85206. Arrangements were handled by Mountain View Funeral Home 480-832-2850.
Love you Dad.
Love you grandpa, you’ll forever be in our hearts..
A favorite Brother, he was always there for me and my family. With love and caring, he brought much happiness to me and family. Our home in Hawaii is a direct result of his caring nature. His selection of our home fit us perfectly. May his soul rest in Peace with the Lord.
We will always hold you in our hearts. We will miss your crazy stories and watching you grab one of us to dance just because you loved to dance. No matter what time of year… “Mele Kalikimaka” & “Mahalo”!!! Always coming over with a bag of lemons, grapefruits & oranges from your trees. We miss & love you always!!!
Love always,
Your granddaughter- Anna & Josh,
Great-Grandkids- Joshua & Jordayn
Thank you Uncle Louie for all the laughter and good times. There were many. As a child,You and Aunt Rosie always made me feel like the Colusa house was my second home. What a lucky little girl I was to be your neice. Rest peacefully Uncle Louie till we meet again. God bless you my Dear Uncle, Love Meissa ?
Oh my uncle you will forever be in my heart. Your the crazy funny uncle with a giving heart. May your body and mind be a rest.I’m sure heaven has a garden that you can fix, music that you will forever dance to… You will be so missed by me.
Love Always,
Rosemary Reyes Miller
Whenever Uncle Louis was around everyone was sure to know it. His personality was one-of-a-kind and his laughter and happiness was contagious. Our love and condolences go out to Aunt Rosa, Aunt Virginia, his children and their families. We love you Uncle Louis! Danielle Cruz and family & Gloria Cruz-Downard and family.
My memories of Grandpa Louie are of his huge personality and his smile and laughter. I have become estranged from the majority of my family for various reasons but always kept track of where grandpa was. When I heard the news I became deeply sad. This is only strange due to the very long gap in our relationship but there is something to be said for simply being “connected” to someone. I love you grandpa. I share your name and your features and will share my memories of you with my children as well. Rest in gods light grandpa.
Little louie
Louis, I just saw this note that you send. Thank you. Uncle Warren and me (Aunt Angie ) would love to reconnect and see you again. Love you so much.
Love you Dad.
Love you grandpa, you’ll forever be in our hearts..
A favorite Brother, he was always there for me and my family. With love and caring, he brought much happiness to me and family. Our home in Hawaii is a direct result of his caring nature. His selection of our home fit us perfectly. May his soul rest in Peace with the Lord.
We will always hold you in our hearts. We will miss your crazy stories and watching you grab one of us to dance just because you loved to dance. No matter what time of year… “Mele Kalikimaka” & “Mahalo”!!! Always coming over with a bag of lemons, grapefruits & oranges from your trees. We miss & love you always!!!
Love always,
Your granddaughter- Anna & Josh,
Great-Grandkids- Joshua & Jordayn
Thank you Uncle Louie for all the laughter and good times. There were many. As a child,You and Aunt Rosie always made me feel like the Colusa house was my second home. What a lucky little girl I was to be your neice. Rest peacefully Uncle Louie till we meet again. God bless you my Dear Uncle, Love Meissa ?
Oh my uncle you will forever be in my heart. Your the crazy funny uncle with a giving heart. May your body and mind be a rest.I’m sure heaven has a garden that you can fix, music that you will forever dance to… You will be so missed by me.
Love Always,
Rosemary Reyes Miller
Whenever Uncle Louis was around everyone was sure to know it. His personality was one-of-a-kind and his laughter and happiness was contagious. Our love and condolences go out to Aunt Rosa, Aunt Virginia, his children and their families. We love you Uncle Louis! Danielle Cruz and family & Gloria Cruz-Downard and family.
My memories of Grandpa Louie are of his huge personality and his smile and laughter. I have become estranged from the majority of my family for various reasons but always kept track of where grandpa was. When I heard the news I became deeply sad. This is only strange due to the very long gap in our relationship but there is something to be said for simply being “connected” to someone. I love you grandpa. I share your name and your features and will share my memories of you with my children as well. Rest in gods light grandpa.
Little louie
Louis, I just saw this note that you send. Thank you. Uncle Warren and me (Aunt Angie ) would love to reconnect and see you again. Love you so much.