Lourdes "Marilou" Mendinueto

Lourdes “Marilou” Mendinueto, lovingly known as Lou to her friends and family, was born on October 29, 1946, in Quezon City, Philippines. She was the dear sister of Aureo (deceased), Milagros, Saturnino (deceased), Purita, Teresita (deceased), Marlyn (deceased), and Vicente, and also had five older half-siblings: Herminia, Elsie, Claro, Emma, and Lydia. Marilou is also lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, and extended family members who meant the world to her. In the early 1970s, Marilou moved to Detroit, Michigan, where she built a life grounded in hard work, faith, and devotion to family. She worked for many years as a phlebotomist at North Detroit General Hospital and Sinai Grace Hospital, a role that reflected her gentle and caring spirit. She retired in 2010 after many years of dedicated service. Marilou found her greatest joy in spending time with friends and family, especially her nieces and nephews. She loved taking them on roller coasters, playing games, and going bowling, always happy to be part of the fun. She was also a devoted sports fan and held a special place in her heart for the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Pistons. Her faith grew deeper over the years, especially through her involvement with the BNP Fatima group, which brought the Blessed Virgin Mary statue into a different home each week to venerate and pray the rosary. Marilou spent countless hours in prayer, lifting up her own intentions but most especially praying for the needs and well-being of her entire family. Quiet by nature, Marilou found joy in simply being present. She loved watching her family grow and made sure to attend every milestone and gathering—baptisms, birthdays, holidays, first communions, weddings, and funerals. Her steady presence was a comfort and a blessing to all who knew her. Marilou passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, at her home in Troy, Michigan, after months of bravely facing cancer. She was surrounded by love and left this world as she lived in it—with grace, faith, and deep devotion to her family. As we grieve the loss of our dear Marilou, we look forward to sharing stories of how she touched our lives in her own gentle way. We are deeply grateful for her love, her prayers, and the many memories we will always hold close in our hearts. She will be dearly missed and forever remembered.

Lourdes "Marilou" Mendinueto

October 29, 1946 - January 17, 2026