Jack Stevens Mandala passed away unexpectedly on May 11, 2023, in Ft. Worth, TX. He is survived by his parents, Amy Moore Mandala, of Tucson, and Charlie Mandala, of Dallas; his brother, Michael; his grandmothers, Sarabeth Moore of Paradise Valley, AZ, and Joan Mandala of La Quinta, CA; aunts and uncles, Steve and Sheryl Mandala, Carrie Mandala, John and DeeDee Moore, Anne Moore and Vinny Allen, cousins Nicole, Kelly, Max, Katie, Emma and John. Jack was predeceased by his grandfathers, J. William Moore, Sr., and Mark Mandala, and his uncle Michael Mandala.
Jack was born on January 29, 2000, in Scottsdale, AZ. After graduating from Salpointe Catholic High School in Tucson, he attended Texas Christian University, where he was a member of Phi Kappa Sigma fraternity. He received his BA in Marketing from TCU, and joined Angi to begin a career in sales. Jack was a standout tennis player at Salpointe. His love of tennis led him to his “Sets in the City” friends, and he looked forward to their Wednesday night matches and gatherings at Roger’s Roundhouse.
Jack never had a bad day, and he seemed to find the upside in every situation. When asked how his day was, how he did on an exam, how learning to drive was going, how his match went, the answer always began with, “GREAT!” Jack’s love of his family and his enthusiasm for a good chat, current events, and Nico’s burritos left everyone in his sphere a bit more joyful. He was a faithful son, brother and friend. We will miss him, always.
A Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday, May 20, 2023, 10:00 a.m., at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 5150 N. Valley View Rd., Tucson. Private interment at St. Francis Cemetery, Phoenix at a later date. Funeral live streamed at https://youtube.com/live/V_CRvCiKAds?feature=share .
In lieu of flowers, donations requested for Tucson Community Tennis Program at tctp.org to share Jack’s love of tennis with underprivileged children in Tucson.
Kelsey Glassberg
I have so much love for Jack. He’s the only person I’ve ever met who randomly calls after not talking for years to say “what’s up.” I’ve never seen someone with such optimism and joy for life. Boy oh boy does he love to win an argument, but in turn I learned about a million fun facts from it. He whooped me in tennis everytime, and showed me why he loves to call Fort Worth home. Thanks to him I consider texas a place to live in the future. From having a crush on him in high school, to reorganizing his dresser drawers (this boy had so many shirts!), I do not regret a moment of knowing Jack. He loved me and cared for me regardless of what I did or said and I knew I could call him for ANYTHING from crying to telling him about a stupid meme. He will be so dearly missed and I hope he knows that up there. Though this is an immense loss, I am grateful he is peaceful and will continue to be forever. I am praying for his family in this challenging time, but just know Jack loved and raves about his family more than anything:his phone calls with mom, sports games with dad, and silly interactions with brother. I could talk for ages about such a wonderful person but even Jack would say “wow you’re chatty today”. I love you so much Jack, fly high
Erin O’Melia Tawney
Amy & Charlie, Sending you prayers for peace at this time. Crushed to hear of your immense loss.
Much Love & Sympathy,
Erin & Chris Tawney
Robert Smith
Jack had a huge impact on my time at tcu. I will always be grateful for his kindness
Sending my prayers and condolences
Spencer Drennan
I am so sorry for your unspeakable loss. Thoughts and prayers to the whole family. Jack truly had a good heart.