Maria Mercedes Mendoza

Maria Mercedes Mendoza, age 83, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025 in Dallas, Texas surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 26, 1941, Mercedes was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose strength, love, and spirit shaped generations. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Jose Guadalupe Mendoza, with whom she built a life centered around family and unwavering faith.

Mercedes is survived by her five children: Norma Mendoza Reyna and husband Rudy, Dora Favellaand and husband James, Maria Lourdes Serrano and husband Peter, Alejandro Mendoza and wife Martha, and Fernando Mendoza; her legacy lives on through her grandchildren: Michael Favella & wife Neida, Monica Bejarano & husband Thomas, Miranda Favela, Stephen Reyna, Andrew Reyna, Amanda Reyna, Stephanie Pesina, Kim Rojas & husband Jordan, Elysa Gutierrez & husband Adrian, Jacob Mendoza, and Christian Mendoza; and her cherished great-grandchildren: Benjamin, Luke, and Emma.

Known for her enduring strength and joyful heart, Mercedes loved dancing, traveling, and, above all, spending time with her family. Her warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who had the honor of knowing her.

A celebration of Mercedes’ life will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at Green Funeral Home 105 Vintage Dr. Red Oak, Texas.

She will be deeply missed but forever remembered for the love she gave so freely and the life she lived so fully.

 

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