It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Edward Charles Mendicino (Poppy), who died on June 13, 2025, at the age of 75. Ed was a resident of Monument, Colorado, for 19 years, and a former resident of Colorado Springs since 1986. Ed was born on April 7, 1950, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Ed was a beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Brother. He is survived by his Wife of 51 years, Brenda; his Children: Romaine (John Lewis), Jennifer (Eric Davis), and Lisa (Derrick Gomes); his Grandchildren: Bailey Mendicino, Aiden and Ariana Pearman, and Rozzy Gomes; and by his Sister, Marguerite Mendicino Hamilton, and Brother, Jim Mendicino. Ed was preceded in death by his Parents, Joseph and Marguerite; his Brother, Joseph; and his Granddaughter, Jordan.
Ed was a Vietnam Veteran who proudly served his country for 22 years in the United States Air Force. He married the love of his life, Brenda Lefebvre, in 1974 while stationed at MacDill AFB in Tampa, Florida.
Ed earned his MBA while serving in the USAF and went on to teach at the University of Phoenix for 20 years, while also working at Lockheed Martin and CTA. He loved his work and helping others. He was a born Teacher and Mentor. He also loved golf, gathering with Friends, and Family traditions.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Shrine of Remembrance, 1730 East Fountain Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, also at Shrine of Remembrance. Private burial to follow.
The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to the Caregivers, Family, and Friends who have been so supportive during this time.