Rose Mary "Rosa" Barriga Mendoza

September 26, 1943 - September 3, 2026

Rose Mary "Rosa" Barriga Mendoza- 82- of Presidio- Texas. passed away on September 3.2026, in Odessa, Texas, surrounded by the love of her Farnily.

Rosa was born on September 26, 1943, on a small ranch known as Puerto Rico, located outside of Presidio, Texas, to Ramon Barriga and Amelia Bustamante (Barriga). She was raised in the Presidio area, where she attended school and spent much of her early life.  

Rosa married her husband, Jose Chavez Mendoza, in Presidio, Texas. Throughout her life, Rosa was known for her caring heart, quiet strength, and devotion to those she loved. She dedicated many years to caring for others, including her time as a loving and devoted nanny to the Howard family. It was a role she with great affection and one that became a meaningful and treasured part of her lire.

Above all, Rosa's greatest joy was her family. She loved her children deeply and held a very special place in her heart for each of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Her grandchildren brought her tremendous happiness, and she treasured the time she spent with them. To Rosa, Family was everything.

Rosa was preceded in death by her father, Ramon Barriga; her mother, Amelia B. Barriga; her husband, Jose Chavez Mendoza; and her son, Jose Jr. Barriga Mendoza.

She is survived by her children, Veronica Mendoza, Homero Mendoza, and Marsha Mendoza; seven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Rosa's greatest legacy is the family she leaves behind. Her love will continue through the generations - in the memories they shared, the stories they will tell and the traditions they will carry forward Although she will be deeply missed, the love she gave her family will remain with them always.

Visitation, will be held Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM at Martinez Funeral Home in the Outside Chapel ,1040 S. Dixie Blvd. Odessa  TX  79761. A Rosary will be recited ,Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 12:00 PM- 1:30 PM at Martinez Funeral Home, in the Outside Chapel at  1040 S. Dixie Blvd Odessa. TX 79761. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, September l I , 2026 from  10:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Martinez Funeral Home in The Outside Chapel 1040 S Dixie Blvd. Burial will follow at 11:30am-12:30pm at Ector County Cemetery The Peaceful Gardens Section in Odessa, Texas.

Pallbearers: Homero, Michæl Finnigan, Bubbies, Cade-O, Blane -O, Tootsie, Pobrecito Rudy, and Big Guy-

The family would like to extend a special thank-you to Olivia Holguin and Julie Barriga for their love, care, and support during this difficult time. May Rosa 's memory forever remain in the hearts of all those who loved her.

Services are Entrusted to Martinez Funeral Home  The Dixie location Odessa, Texas.