Carlos Mendes RIP

Carlos Mendes RIP

It was with a heavy heart that I learned just today of the passing of Carlos Mendes on April 18 of this year.  Carlos was the principal chess promotor of MonteMor-o Velho for the past 40 years or so. My wife Aida and I have played in many tournaments organized by Carlos over the years.  We last spoke just a couple of months ago when Carlos organized several training sessions for some of the best talent in his district. I had no idea that he was ill. Just one month ago he sent me his games from a Dutch tournament in January…Life is difficult to understand at times.

My most sincere condolences to Carlos’ wife and children.

At the 23rd anniversary of the Circulo de Xadrez of Montemor o velho

2013 Championship Team: Manuel Martins, Jorge Cruz,Daniel Cavaleiro, Pedro Neves, Carlos