Shirley Shiflett Mendez

In the evening of December 5th, Shirley Mendez, at the age of 70, peacefully passed in her sleep. Survived by her loving husband Frank Mendez, son Francisco Mendez (Caitlin Johns), daughter Diana M. Mendez and her 5 grandchildren; Eric, Cheyenne, Logan, Raphael and Jannah; Brothers Leo and Linda Shiflett, Joseph Bayne.Sisters Leona Moxley, Lorraine Ferres, Patsy and Duane Sheeder, Kristie and Jerry Calzado, Mary Alice Bane, Rose Muchmore, and Judy Graves. Brothers in law Santos R and Trini Mendez, Gabino R. and Angie Mendez, David R. Mendez, John R. and Julie Mendez, Ramiro R. Mendez. Sister in law: Irene and Thomas Plowman. And survived by many nieces and nephews. Shirley was a free spirited Baltimorean. In 1972 she left for California and studied creative writing at Cabrillo College. There she met her husband to be, Frank Mendez, her soul mate of forty two years. In 93’ she returned to Baltimore with a family of her own and to be closer with her family. She worked as a substitute teacher at Violetville Elementary school and president of the Violetville Community Association to continue the improvement and safety of the community. Shirley loved meeting people and always had a funny story to share. To give a lending hand and help out in any way she could not only to friends and family, but to those in need. She loved to travel, board/word games, nature and would often identify her favorite birds. Once a week she would ask for an issue of the National Enquirer “just for the crossword puzzle”. Most of all, Shirley adored her grandchildren and loved doing arts and crafts with them. Services will be determined at a later date.