I love you so much my only son I miss and cry for you every day .i can't understand why or what happened . I just know you are with The Lord . I want to thank pastor Pablo cadena of monte de Los Olivia's for reciting the prayer at my sons bedside that saved his soul and at the same time my and his mothers as well I know by my faith that we will be together some day . And the saying is true only the good die young

Sylvia, Roger Sr. and Daniela please know our prayers are with all of you as well as the rest of the family.  We did not know Roger Jr. but hearing about him we can tell he was a very special and talented young man.  We always question why God takes our loved ones but we must remember He takes us home to Heaven when He wants us back.  I know Roger Jr. is looking down and watching over you all the time.  
Don and Carol Mueller

I remember Roger fondly.  He was a wonderful student; he was always eager to learn and had a very pleasant attitude.  He greeted me with his kind and gentle smile and radiated gratitude at the end of the class.  My deepest condelences to the family.

He was a wonderful student!  Eager to learn and always with a pleasant attitude. He had a beautiful smile that will not be forgotten. It was an honor to have known him and a pleasure having him in my classes.  My condolences to the family.

Roger brought us the greatest gifts of all--his friendship and caring. He represented Palo Alto College in outstanding fashion within our community. Your family can take pride in having a son that was respected and loved by all who knew him. Our prayers and support go out to all your family.

Dear Menidola family, 
Our deepest sympathy. Roger was a beautiful spirit. When Jon and I first met Roger at the welcome BBQ at UNi we were so intrigued by him. He always gave you something important to think about. He always new how to lighten the mood w a joke. Jon and I haven't  talked to him since he moved back to SA and it was very saddening to hear the news. I'm recalling a good quote, "Death only happens when you've stop thinking about the person you've lost". May the memories of Roger fill your minds and hearts. 
God bless you!

To my brother that I was not fortunate to meet. You will be missed, safe journey home.
William Washington 
Aka Sombra  Spring '93
Rutgers University

I'd like to express my sincere condolences to the family of Roger Mendiola. I know how much his parents loved him, and how much he will be missed by them. I hope you all can find peace in your hearts and know he is with his Lord and will again one day look upon you and smile.

My condolences to the Mendiola Family.  I never had the pleasure of meeting this young man but he is part of a special family, that will surely miss him.  We wish you peace brother, and will keep your family in our prayers.  

"I know you do not understand now, but in time you will understand" -Jesus Christ

With upmost respect

Mario Bautista
KB1SP92
Kappa Chapter
Montclair State University

It's a very sad day to know that such a bright spirit is gone. Your son was a very kind hearted and witty young man, he definitely made our time at East Central interesting ha...he will be missed. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the Mendiola famil

Brother Mendiola, I never had the pleasure to meet you but it is hard to read the news that you are gone way to early. I wish peace and grace to all those close to you. 

Fraternally,

Zaragosa "Mito" Espinoza
Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc
Alpha Theta Chapter

My deepest sympathies to the Mendiola Family.

Ray Beltran Jr.
Alpha Theta Ch
Lambda #1
Fall 2005

Roger was awesome and hilarious. We had some classes together through the years, he definitely made the time fly with his antics. I am extremely sorry for your loss. He will be missed much.

Mendiola family..Our deepest sympathies on the death of your beloved son Roger.  We had the privilege of knowing Roger for the short period that he attended the University of Northern Iowa.  God bless your family with the strength and courage that you need at this time.  Roland and Rita Carrillo and family from Cedar Falls, Iowa

Roger...you will be missed. My deepest sympathies to your family, both biological and from UNI.

To the Mendiola family- We loved Roger as if he were part of our own family.  We will miss him greatly. ~The Chavez Family

We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

I went to college with Roger. We first connected through our love for film. We decided to create a film society at our university in order to screen foreign and otherwise obscure movies. He loved art and was an aspiring artist himself.

Roger's sense of humor would always cheer me up whenever I was feeling homesick. There were times when we laughed so hard it made our stomaches hurt and our eyes watery. 

I'm going to miss you Roger. And wherever you are, I hope you are watching a great movie and laughing until it hurts.

My condolences to Roger's family for their great loss. He knew how to make you laugh and always had a smile to share.

little roger mom and dad will miss you so much we love you with all of our hearts we know your in a better place now with the lord god .

Roger was someone I spent a great deal of time with... There were many nights when he crashed on my couch.  He knew how to make you smile, and he knew when your weren't be true to yourself... He would constantly call me out on my bluff.

Words will never be enough, and my prayers go out to his parents.  He talked very highly of both parents.  I am soooo incredibly sorry for your great loss.
God Bless
Tuyet

Roger was one of my favorite students.  He made me laugh and he put up with my ridiculous ideas for activities on campouts.  I actually have one of his chickens, that he carved out of soapstone, in my classroom here in Japan.  I am so very sorry for your loss; he was loved and will be missed.

Deepest sympathy to The Mendiola Family during this time of sorrow. He will be greatly missed! From Bumble Bee Flowers Family & Staff, San Antonio, Texas.

My deepest condolences to Roger's family and loved ones. He was taken from us much too soon and this world will definitely be a dimmer place without him.  My family and brotherhood sends to you our prayers and love during this hard time.  I will be there along with many others to pay my respects to my brother and dear friend.  Respectfully, Anthony Palomo

Sylvia, My heart & prayers go out to you & your beautiful family. We love you very much!! 
Lauren Arispe
(S&S family)

OBITUARY

Roger N. Mendiola Jr.

February 16, 1987 – September 18, 2012

Funeraria del Angel Trevino

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