Formerly of Omaha, She passed away Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, in Ft. Worth, TX at the age of 63. Mary Ellen was born Jan. 8, 1951, to Joseph and Marion Fitzpatrick in Omaha, Neb. Survived by: Husband, Steve Gardner; daughter, Rebecca Bolli & husband David; son, David Garcia; grandchildren, Olivia and Benjamin Garcia; sister, Cathy Ellett Bruce & husband Steve; sister, Bridget Fitzpatrick; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Gathering of Family & Friends: Thursday, January 23, 2014 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations accepted in Mary Ellen's memory to Classy Cats, 5938 Lambert Lane East, Keller, Texas 76262. Braman Mortuary – (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE 68114 402-391-2171 Gathering of Family & Friends: Thursday, January 23, 2014 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations accepted in Mary Ellen's memory to Classy Cats, 5938 Lambert Lane East, Keller, Texas 76262.