Dolores P. Menendez's Obituary
Passed away peacefully on June 18, 2020, her and her husband Luis' 76th wedding anniversary. She was 96 years old. Lola was born on September 11, 1923, to Hilario "El Sordo" and Juana Prieto, in Ybor City. After attending local schools, she married her husband Luis in 1944. She and Luis owned and operated the Airview Market in West Tampa for many years in the 60's and 70's. After selling their business, Lola worked for Dr. Prakit Jeerapaet in Brandon until she retired at the age of 75. After her retirement she enjoyed playing Bingo, and visiting the Hard Rock casino but most of all watching her Tampa Bay Rays play. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Luis; sisters Floradalia Tambuzzo (Joe) and Oneida Valdes (Armando); sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Catalina and Antonio Gil. She is survived by her son Dr. Luis Menendez (Meri); daughter Glinda Leto (Anthony); grandchildren John Menendez, Jennifer Ketchum (Tyler), Kimberlie Weiss (Chris), Brian Leto (Trish); great-grandchildren Makenzie, Natalie, Alizabeth, Nicholas, Kayden, and Orion; as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. The family wants to thank the wonderful caregivers Isabel Guerreo, Yanet Gomez, Marvelis Gomez, and Mingdalia Cruz for the loving care they gave her the last years of her life. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Sant Yago Education Foundation (120 Woodglen Court, Oldsmar, FL 34677-5304. A funeral service will be held at Boza & Roel Funeral Home on Monday, June 29th, 11:00 to 12:00, followed by burial at Woodlawn Cemetery.
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