Michelle Mendez Dickerson

In Loving Memory of Michelle Mendez Dickerson June 6, 1969 - May 26, 2026 Michelle Mendez Dickerson, a dedicated educator, devoted mother, and loving wife, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of love, courage, and service. Born in San Antonio, Texas, on June 6, 1969, Michelle grew up in both San Antonio and Lake Jackson, Texas. In her youth, she was an avid soccer player and an active, vibrant student, ultimately graduating from Brazoswood High School in Lake Jackson in 1987. From an early age, Michelle knew her calling was to teach. She pursued this passion at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, earning her degree in 2000. Michelle dedicated her life to shaping young minds, focusing the majority of her nearly 30-year career on Special Education. Throughout her career, she served students and families in the Northside Independent School District in San Antonio, as well as the Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Georgetown Independent School Districts. Her patience, empathy, and advocacy touched countless lives. In early 2003, Michelle met the love of her life, Tom Dickerson. What began as a long-distance relationship soon led Michelle to relocate to the Austin/Round Rock area for a fresh start and a beautiful future together. Deeply committed to one another, Michelle and Tom built a home and a life in Pflugerville in 2005, where they shared many wonderful years together. Michelle's greatest joy and deepest source of pride were her two sons from a previous marriage, Andrew and Jeremy. She was a phenomenal mother who loved her boys fiercely. Both Andrew and Jeremy went on to serve honorably in the United States Armed Forces-a testament to the values she instilled in them, and a source of immense pride for both Michelle and Tom. Known for her strength of character, Michelle always had the courage to forge her own path and stand up for what she believed was right. Raised in the Catholic Church, she embarked on a deeply personal spiritual journey later in life. In 2011, following in her son Jeremy's footsteps, she converted to Judaism. As she embraced and studied her faith, she would often beautifully note, "This feels right." Michelle is survived by her devoted husband, Tom Dickerson; her beloved sons, Andrew Jacob Pierce of Austin, Texas, and Jeremy Thomas Pierce Dickerson of Fort Worth, Texas; her loving mother, Maria Luisa Garcia of San Antonio; brother Michael Mendez of San Antonio, brother Adrian Mendez of Lake Jackson and her father, Henry Mendez of Lake Jackson, Texas. Michelle's warmth, determination, and passion for helping others will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Service and Reception Details Cemetery Service Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM Our Lady of the Rosary Cemetery Georgetown, Texas 78626 https://olotr.com/ Memorial Luncheon A luncheon and celebration of Michelle's life will follow the service at: Jack Allen's Kitchen 211 Co-Op Blvd Hutto, TX 78634 https://jackallenskitchen.com/location/hutto/ Dress Code Note: In light of the warm Texas weather, the family requests a casual dress code. Suits and ties are entirely optional; please dress comfortably to celebrate Michelle's life. Memorial Contributions In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Michelle's honor to any charity benefiting education, children, or stray animals-causes that were incredibly close to Michelle's heart throughout her lifetime.