Arthur Mendes, 96, of Dorchester, formerly of Onset, died April 23. He was the son of the late Jack and Mary (Gonsalves) Mendes.

He was born in Wareham and lived in Onset and California for many years before moving to Dorchester.

Mr. Mendes served in the United States Army. He was a World War II veteran.

Mr. Mendes worked in cotton factory in California for many years before retiring.

He enjoyed horse racing.

Survivors include 3 sisters, Viola Mendes and Eva Mendes, both of New Haven, CT, and Beatrice M. Souza of Buzzards Bay; 2 brothers, Harold Mendes of New Haven, CT, and Jack Mendes of Quincy; several nephews and nieces. He was the brother of the late Henry and Joe Mendes.

His memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, at the Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 2599 Cranberry Highway, Wareham. Visiting hours have been omitted.

For directions and online guestbook, visit: www.ccgfuneralhome.com.