Joseph "Joe" Mendes

Joseph “Joe” Mendes went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 20, 2026 at the age of 88.

The eldest of three children, Joe was born Sept. 7, 1937, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, to Joseph Mendes and Alice Raphael. He moved to California in 1953, where he built a successful career as a builder and real estate investor.

Joe married Sylvie Mendes on June 23, 1986, and they shared 40 loving years together. In 1993, he built their family home in Aromas, where they welcomed two daughters and created countless family memories before moving to Monterey in 2010.

Joe leaves a legacy of loving and serving God with all his heart, soul, mind and strength. A devoted husband and father, he was known for his deep knowledge of Scripture and faithfully mentored many men in their walk with Christ. His example of faith continues through his children, grandchildren, and extended family.

Joe is survived by his loving wife, Sylvie Mendes, his two brothers, and his two daughters.