Elan Jose Mendietta Perez

Elan Jose Mendietta Perez, 35, of Kingsville, Texas, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his family on March 10, 2026. Born on August 18, 1990, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Erasmo Perez and Belinda Perez, Elan was a kind and intelligent man who carried a deep curiosity about the world. He graduated from H.M. King High School and later attended Texas A&M University–Kingsville.

Elan possessed a unique personality and a wonderful sense of humor that brought joy and laughter to everyone around him. He treasured time spent with family and friends, creating memories that will be held dear. He enjoyed going out to eat, video gaming, playing card games, and collecting items that sparked his interest, especially tennis shoes, clothing, and collectible figures.

He was preceded in death by his father, Erasmo Perez Jr.; his maternal grandparents, Elva B. Mendietta and Jose Enrique Mendietta; and his paternal grandparents, Erasmo Perez Sr. and Estella Perez.

Elan is survived by his loving mother, Belinda Perez; his stepfather, Robert Schmidt; his brother, Erasmo Eli Perez (Alexandra); and his beloved nieces, Avery Rose, Lillianna Belle, and Huntley Bryn. He is also survived by his step-sister, Tracy Paris (Brad); his aunt, Sylvia Ann Cantu (Roy); his uncles, Ernie Perez and Robert Flores; his cousins, Dante Lorenzo Cantu (Amber) and Eloise Montgomery; along with many extended family members and friends who will forever cherish his memory.