Joao passed away at home with his family by his side.
He is cherishedly survived by his wife Emilia (Lopes) Mendes, his adoring children, Maria Miranda Mendes, Jose J. Mendes, Joana Miranda Mendes, Emanuel Lopes Mendes, Peter L. Mendes and Luis Andrade.
Joao was the proud grandfather of 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Also, Joao leaves his 3 brothers and 4 sisters and many nieces and nephews..
Funeral from the Scalley & Trayers Funeral Home, 54 Pleasant Street, Dorchester on Saturday at 10am.
Service in the Kingdom Hall of Jahovah's Witnesses, 29 Parkman Street, Dorchester at 11am.
Visiting hours in the Funeral Home on Friday from 4pm to 8pm.
Joao will be buried at Cedar Grove Cemetery