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Theresa A. Cruz

April 17, 1956 — September 3, 2024

Belton, Missouri

Theresa A. Cruz

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Theresa Cruz, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, on September 3, 2024. Born on April 17, 1956, to Pascual and Felicitas Cruz, Theresa grew up in Fontana, California, alongside her siblings.

Theresa began her career working in a convalescent home, where she showed her compassion and care for others. On December 25, 1975, she was blessed with her son, Joseph Cruz. Theresa then devoted her life to being a homemaker, where she found joy in spending time with her family and friends. Her warmth and kindness extended to everyone she met, and she quickly became the heart of her community.

Later in life, Theresa’s family grew as she welcomed Heather, the daughter she had always wanted. Together, Joe and Heather blessed Theresa with four wonderful grandchildren: Alyssa, Justice, Mariah, and Jax. The last 25 years of her life were filled with love, laughter, and endless moments of spoiling her grandchildren, who were the light of her life.

Theresa was also a devoted aunt, playing an important role in the lives of her nieces and nephews, who cherished her for her loving nature and fun spirit. She was also known for her love of bingo, where she made many friends and created countless memories. Her joy for life was contagious, and she touched the lives of everyone around her with her generous spirit and loving heart.

Theresa was preceded in death by her parents, Pascual and Felicitas Cruz, her brothers Jesus Cruz and Gregory Cruz. She leaves behind her cherished son Joseph, her loving daughter-in-law Heather, her adored grandchildren Alyssa and her partner Keegan, Justice and his wife Amanda, Mariah, and Jax, her sister Marlene and husband Mel Gilbertson, her sister Stella and husband Antonio Ramirez, and her brother Billy Cruz, all of Fontana, California. She also leaves behind her sister Rachel and husband James Lane, sister Virginia and husband Mike Carlton, sister Angela Rodriguez, and brother Daniel Cruz, all of Butler, Missouri, along with her beloved nieces, nephews, and a wide circle of family and friends who will forever treasure the memories they shared with her.

A celebration of Theresa's life will be held on Friday September 20th, 2024 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm at Dickeys Funeral Home in Harrisonville Missouri.

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