Mary Ellen Gesiriech Obituary
The passing of Mary Ellen Gesiriech of Des Moines, Iowa occurred on June 19, 2026. Mary Ellen, born on November 29, 1957, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Elizabeth Henderson and Clarence Henderson. She is survived by: her children, Elizabeth Gesiriech, Emma Rubin (Phillip) and Parker Gesiriech (Andjela); her former husband Timothy Gesiriech; her grandchildren, Sophia, Rosalie and Luka; and her brothers, Thomas Henderson (Nan) and William Henderson (Kathryn).
In that spirit, in lieu of flowers or plants, please undertake an unexpected act of kindness for a stranger or loved one and, when you do so, acknowledge Mary in your heart. Those who wish to donate in Mary's name may consider a gift to one of Mary's favorite recipients, the Ryan Henderson (Mary's nephew) Endowed Music and Writing Scholarship fund at Drake University or to the Des Moines Art Center.
