Mary Najar

Mary Adel Najar, 71, entered eternal rest on November 7, 2025, at her home in Carrizozo.

Mary was born on May 22, 1954, in Carrizozo, New Mexico, to the late Robert Canup and Betty Sedillo Canup. A lifelong resident of Carrizozo, she was deeply devoted to her family and community. In 1973, Mary met the love of her life, Albert Najar, and together they built a beautiful family filled with love, laughter, and lasting traditions.

Mary was well known for her generous spirit and her remarkable gift for cooking. She found great joy in preparing meals for weddings, family gatherings, and community events - her famous tamales and beans will long be remembered. Above all, Mary cherished time spent with her granddaughters, Raelin and Gabby, sharing countless adventures and special moments together.

Mary is survived by her daughter, Amanda Saenz, and husband Jose Saenz; her sons, Daniel Romero and Andrew Romero; granddaughters Raelin Najar, Gabriela Saenz, and Alyssa Saenz; grandsons Armando Saenz, Andrew Saenz, and Rigo Saenz; and her sisters Celia (Bobo) Sedillo, Judy Sedillo, and Gina Gabaldon. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, cousins, and extended family who will miss her deeply.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert Najar; her son, Raymond Najar; her parents, Robert and Betty Canup; her grandparents, Ignacio and Adela Sedillo; and her sister, Debbie Mascarenas.

Mary will be remembered for her warmth, compassion, beautiful eyes, and the love she poured into everyone around her. Her legacy of kindness, family devotion, and faith will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

The Rosary will be held on November 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., followed by Mass at Santa Rita Catholic Church in Carrizozo, New Mexico. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Cemetery.