In Loving Memory
Karen Hallberg Mendoza
9/1/1952 — 10/8/2020
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A Life Remembered
Obituary
Karen Hallberg Mendoza, 68, of Orange, Texas, passed away on October 8, 2020, in Vidor, Texas.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Orange First Church of the Nazarene. Officiating will be Pastor Brad McKenzie. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.
Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Orange First Church of the Nazarene.
Born in Orange, Texas, on September 1, 1952, she was the daughter of John O. Hallberg and Vivian Belle (McKnight) Hallberg. Karen was a faithful member of the Orange First Church of the Nazarene. She worked as a teacher for many years, spending five years at Community Christian School of Orange and over 30 years at Orangefield ISD. Karen also spent time working as an educator at Shangri La Botanical Gardens. She enjoyed reading, sewing quilts and clothes, and attending sporting events for her children and grandchildren. Karen was a proud mother and grandmother who will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Vivian Hallberg; and her brother, John E. Hallberg.
She is survived by her children, Windee Jenkins and husband Chad of Mauriceville, Clint Dryden and wife Stacie of Orange, and Lance Mendoza and wife Tara of Bridge City; her grandchildren, Tanner Jenkins and fiancé Madi Barrow, Tyler Jenkins, Trever Jenkins, Addyson Dryden, Kinsey Dryden, Colt Dryden, Watson Mendoza, and Wren Mendoza; her sister, Andrea Prouse of Orange; her niece, Regina Krampe and husband Richard of Helotes; and her great-nieces and nephews, Carson Krampe, Cade Krampe, and Emma Krampe, all of Helotes.
Serving as pallbearers will be Clint Dryden, Lance Mendoza, Tanner Jenkins, Tyler Jenkins, Trever Jenkins, and Colt Dryden. Honorary pallbearer is Watson Mendoza.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Make-a-Wish Foundation 1702 East Highland Avenue, Suite 400, Phoenix, Arizona 85016, or Shangri La Botanical Gardens, 2111 W. Park Avenue, Orange, Texas 77630.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Orange First Church of the Nazarene. Officiating will be Pastor Brad McKenzie. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange.
Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Orange First Church of the Nazarene.
Born in Orange, Texas, on September 1, 1952, she was the daughter of John O. Hallberg and Vivian Belle (McKnight) Hallberg. Karen was a faithful member of the Orange First Church of the Nazarene. She worked as a teacher for many years, spending five years at Community Christian School of Orange and over 30 years at Orangefield ISD. Karen also spent time working as an educator at Shangri La Botanical Gardens. She enjoyed reading, sewing quilts and clothes, and attending sporting events for her children and grandchildren. Karen was a proud mother and grandmother who will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Vivian Hallberg; and her brother, John E. Hallberg.
She is survived by her children, Windee Jenkins and husband Chad of Mauriceville, Clint Dryden and wife Stacie of Orange, and Lance Mendoza and wife Tara of Bridge City; her grandchildren, Tanner Jenkins and fiancé Madi Barrow, Tyler Jenkins, Trever Jenkins, Addyson Dryden, Kinsey Dryden, Colt Dryden, Watson Mendoza, and Wren Mendoza; her sister, Andrea Prouse of Orange; her niece, Regina Krampe and husband Richard of Helotes; and her great-nieces and nephews, Carson Krampe, Cade Krampe, and Emma Krampe, all of Helotes.
Serving as pallbearers will be Clint Dryden, Lance Mendoza, Tanner Jenkins, Tyler Jenkins, Trever Jenkins, and Colt Dryden. Honorary pallbearer is Watson Mendoza.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Make-a-Wish Foundation 1702 East Highland Avenue, Suite 400, Phoenix, Arizona 85016, or Shangri La Botanical Gardens, 2111 W. Park Avenue, Orange, Texas 77630.
Service Details
Gatherings in remembrance
Visitation
Wednesday, October 14, 2020 · 10:00 AM
Orange First Church of the Nazarene, 3810 Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Port Arthur, 77640
Funeral Service
Wednesday, October 14, 2020 · 11:00 AM
Orange First Church of the Nazarene, 3810 Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Port Arthur, 77640
Messages of Love
From family and friends
Alma Nelson
October 16, 2020
Windee, Lance and Clint, I’m so sorry you lost your Mom. Hard to believe. Really wanted to go to the service but I’m a bit tied down. We had some fun times together at church and on trips. I’ve seen her up and I’ve seen her down but always held fast to her faith in her Lord. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all during this sad time for you. Alma Nelson
Anonymous
October 13, 2020
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Karen Hallberg Mendoza.
Carolyn Duplissey Pate
October 12, 2020
First met Karen when Windee rode the bus to our house with Lauren on the first day of kindergarten because she forgot to get off at her mom’s campus. Later, Lance was mine at Apple Tree. Karen would come to Apple Tree and do science experiments with the kids. Great lady, lots of fun. My heart is with all of you.
Anonymous
October 12, 2020
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Karen Hallberg Mendoza.
Tiffany R
October 12, 2020
Mrs. Mendoza was my favorite teacher of all time. Her teaching sparked my love of science in 9th grade, and I went on to get an undergrad and graduate degree in Science. Lovely lady!!
Pat Markham
October 12, 2020
I went to High School with Karen and we rode together to Lamar University after graduation. She was always the nicest person and I enjoyed knowing her. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Her family is in my prayers. Pat Markham
Doyle W Morse Jr
October 12, 2020
Ms Mendoza was a truly a wonderful teacher. I had her as my 7th grade Science teacher at Orangefield Jr. High and then later my 10th grade year at Orangefield High School. My Prayers Uplifted for the Family during this time of Loss.
Anonymous
October 12, 2020
Divine Peace Bouquet was purchased for the family of Karen Hallberg Mendoza.
Anonymous
October 11, 2020
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was purchased for the family of Karen Hallberg Mendoza.
Mac
October 11, 2020
Karen was a great lady that loved her family dearly. She will be missed by many. Prayers going up for comfort and peace for family and friends. My condolences to to the family. Take Care and God Bless
Kathy Young
October 11, 2020
Andee, I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. You are all in my prayers. Love, Kathy
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