Mary Margaret Lamendola, 90, passed away on Sunday morning, October 22, 2023, at Vintage Park of Stanley in Overland Park, Kansas. She was born February 26, 1933, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Joseph Hernandez and Mary Hernandez (nee Romo).

Mary was preceded in death by her daughter Gloria Lamendola-Gautieri; former husband Louis Lamendola; and her siblings Jessie, Larry, Alex, Victor, Josephine, Francis, and Rita.

Surviving is her only son Ron Lamendola (Gayle) of Olathe, Kansas; two grandsons Brandon Lamendola (Lindsay) and Dominick Lamendola; two granddaughters Andrea Gautieri-Cox (Donnie) and Sierra Gautieri; three great-grandchildren Giuliana, Antonia, and Sofia Cox; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mary dearly loved all of her family and enjoyed spending time with each and every one of them.

Mary was a long-time resident of Kansas City, Missouri. She lived in her childhood home in The North End of KC. She also lived many years in Independence, Missouri. Mary enjoyed thrift shops and visiting garage sales around town. Over the years, Mary had an abundance of love for dogs, especially for Boston Terriers, that she raised and owned many years ago. Another favorite pastime for Mary was dancing. She had the moves and rhythm since she was a teen and into her senior years, dancing at popular dance halls around Kansas City. Mary also enjoyed dining out at Mexican, Italian and BBQ restaurants, listening to Spanish music and going to the cinema and live stage performances.

Services will be held on Monday, October 30, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by the Funeral Mass at 12:00 p.m.

The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice and Vintage Park of Stanley Assisted Living for their kind and thoughtful care.

"Nani" Mary will be forever deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her. Her beautiful memories and a strong sense of family will always be imprinted in our hearts.

Condolences may be offered at www.passantinobros.com.