Elena Mendoza "Nena"

February 27, 1945 - December 16, 2025

Elena Mendoza was born February 27, 1945 in Robstown, TX to Remigio Dela Rosa and Maria E Garza.  Gained her wings on December 16, 2025 in Dallas, TX.

Elena Mendoza was married to Gregorio Mendoza Sr. for 46 years.  Elena worked as a receptionist.  She loved to sew, shop, and travel.  Elena loved her family and to help people in need.

Elena is preceded in death by her husband Gregorio Mendoza Sr., father Remigio DeLaRosa Sr., brother Romualdo Garza, grand child Angel Grande and Great grand child Gregorio Mendoza IV.

Elena is survived by daughter Christy Grande and sons Gregorio Jr., Genaro, Grabiel, Gerardo, and Gavier Mendoza.  22 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren and 1 Great Great grandchild.  Sisters Crus Gonzalez, Maria Aleman, Elizabeth Garza, Anita Guerra and Martina Garza.  Brothers Remigio DeLaRosa Jr., Francisco DeLaRosa, Jose Garza and Victor Garza.  Sister-in-laws Sarah, Sylvia, and Carolina.

A visitation will be held from 2-6pm on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Jeter & Son Funeral Home.

A Rosary will take place at 4:30pm during the visitation.