Mary Ellen Gandara Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Mary Ellen Gandara of Lordsburg, New Mexico, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mary left this world on March 1, 2026 at the age of 90, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary Ellen Gandara to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Mike Medina and Ramona Ornelas Medina; her husband Alejandro P. Gandara; and her siblings, Celia, Cruz, Herminia, Rosalio, Pascual and Arnoldo.
She is survived by: her daughters, Melsina Reyes (Jerry) of Las Vegas and Becky Cabrera (Alan Strain) of Lordsburg; her grandchildren, Anthony and Nicole (Alfred); and her great grandchildren, Regina, Renee, Alex, Noah, Alicia and Maya.
Viewing will be held on Monday, March 9th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Saint Joseph's Catholic Church (416 E 2nd St, Lordsburg, NM 88045). A rosary will be held on Monday, March 9th 2026 at 2:30 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, March 9th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location. A committal service will be held on Monday, March 9th 2026 at 4:15 PM at the Shakespeare Cemetery.
