Michael Mendat Sr., 70, of North Rose, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, son of the late Walter Mendat and the late Patricia Lietzow. He loved fishing, baseball, the Buffalo Bills, and was a member of the North Rose Fire Department. He had previously been employed as a truck driver for Marshall Farms.

He is predeceased by his wife, Debra LaValley Mendat, sibling, Dawn Mendat.

Survived by his sons, Michael (Sarah Fox) Mendat Jr. of North Rose, Nick (Amanda McQuarrie) Mendat of North Rose, sisters, Debbie Mendat, Diane (Joe) Mendat-Scalia,brothers, Mark Mendat, Matt Mendat  grandchildren, Kylee, Alyssa, Hudson, Landon, Oliveah, Ori, great grandchildren, Myles, and Mia, as well as several nieces, nephews, and friends.

Calling hours will be Saturday, January 17, 2025, 11:00-1:00 at the Farnsworth-Keysor Funeral Home, 5025 Main St., North Rose, a memorial service will take place at 1:00 at the funeral home. For those wishing to make contributions in his name they may do so to the North Rose Fire Department, 5070 N Huron St., North Rose, NY 14516. www.catoredcreek.com