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Alice Cruz
Published 3/18/2010 in Obituaries
Alice A. Cruz, 67, died Wednesday, March 17, 2010, at her home in Garden City.She was born April 7, 1942, in Garden City, to Louis and Jane Arellano Mendoza, and attended school here.
On Oct. 15, 1956, she married Raymond Cruz in Garden City. He preceded her in death. She also was preceded in death by two brothers, Louis and Tony Mendoza; a sister, Ramona Gonzales; and a grandson, Brandon Wilcox.
A lifetime resident of Garden City, Mrs. Cruz was employed as a house keeper. A homemaker, she also devoted much of her time to St. Mary Catholic Church. She enjoyed collecting Barbie dolls, shopping, traveling and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church.
Survivors include two sons, Tim Cruz of Garden City, and Anthony Cruz of Holcomb; two daughters, Debbie Olivas of Ark City, and Juanita Blackwell of Garden City; a sister, Lydia Gonzales of Garden City; 14 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
Vigil service will begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral Mass will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, with the Rev. Francis Khoi Nguyen as celebrant. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.
Visitation is until 8 tonight and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at Garnand Funeral Home, Garden City. Condolences may be sent at garnandfh@sbcglobal.net. Memorials are suggested to the Alice Cruz Memorial Fund or St. Mary Catholic Church, both in care of the funeral home, 412 N. Seventh St., Garden City, KS 67846.
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Alice..
I'm sorry this is sort of late.. But i used to be one of Alice Cruz's alter servers.. She taught me everything and She was even there to help me when i served at my grandfathers funeral... My sympathy goes to all of her family!!
Posted by: Mariah Herrera on 4/3/2011
Peace & Love
Sending prayers of Peace and Love to Alice's family. May you find comfort in God's promises and in the memories you hold dear.
Posted by: Tom & Renee Olmsted on 3/20/2010
Alice Cruz
Alice was a sweet lady. My Sympathy and prayer are with her family.
Posted by: Mary Ann Johnson on 3/19/2010
TIA ALICE
Love and Prayers for the family.
Posted by: James J. Cisneros 111/ Brooke, Britney & Brianna on 3/19/2010
Tia Alice
My love and respect to this incredible woman of faith and strength: TIA ALICE THANK YOU.
Posted by: Olga Cisneros on 3/19/2010
Alice Cruz
She will be missed not only by our family ,But; everyone at St. Mary Church. She was a beautiful person
Al and Mary Chappel
Posted by: Al Chappel on 3/19/2010
Lovely Lady
Alice was an exceptional Godmother she always made me feel extra special. She was a very spiritual example for me. I will always remember her.
Posted by: Janell Perez Urban on 3/18/2010
My love and prayers
What a lady your mother was! She will be missed! May her memories live long in your hearts! Peace be with each of you.
Posted by: Mary Martha (Schreiber) Good on 3/18/2010
Alice Cruz
Juanita, Tim, Debbie and Anthony and extended families my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Your mom-grandma was an exceptional person- I always looked up to aunt because she had such a strong will and extraordinary work ethic. I envy her strong convictions to the Catholic Church and I know her spirit and passion will live on in each of you.
I am sorry I cannot be there with you all at this time. Please know I love you all,
Annette Gonzales
Posted by: Annette Gonzales on 3/18/2010
Sorry for your loss
Debra and family: Just wanted to let you know how sorry we all are to hear of your mother's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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