REBECCA FLORENCE CRUZ Age 69, Rebecca began celebrating her unity with our Lord Christ Jesus on January 6, 2012. Rebecca was born and raised in Santa Fe, NM. Through her life's journey, she resided in Cuba, NM, Roswell, NM, and Albuquerque, NM. Most of her employment was in Albuquerque as a cook. She worked for University Hospital, Anna Kaseman Hospital, Saint Joseph's Hospital, and Providence of Our Lady of Guadalupe Active and Retired Franciscan Friars. She was a loving, devoted Christian and an active member of Legacy Church, where she volunteered in the children's ministry, cafeteria services, ushering, sign language, prison ministry, and as a prayer warrior, also at Holy Family Catholic Church as a cook for the children and Youth Ministry. Rebecca was a loving and compassionate woman, who had a way of making each person feel special. We all have been truly blessed to have her in our lives. Rebecca is a true jewel, added to the crown of our Lord Jesus Christ. She will forever hold a place in our hearts. Rebecca was preceded in death by her parents, Elias Cruz and Della Babcock Cruz; her children, Juan and Nancy Castillo; her grandson, Adam Anaya; her great-granddaughter, Angelina Mitchell; and her sister, Dorothy M. Babcock. She is survived by her children, Martha Anaya and husband, Joe David, Diana Nelson and husband, Gary, Karen Mitchell, Mark Castillo and wife, Karen; her former husband and lifetime dear friend, Teofilo Castillo; her siblings, Dora Montano, Georgia Cruz, Wayne Babcock and wife, Ruby. Rebecca was also blessed with 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial Services celebrating Rebecca's life and unity with our Lord, will be held Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. at Legacy East Campus Church, 4701 Wyoming Blvd., Albuquerque, NM (on the NW corner of Wyoming and Montgomery). There will be a visitation prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Rebecca's welcome will be led by Pastor Tony Ramirez, service and message led by Pastor Jack Conner. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, N.M., 87107. Please visit our online guest book for Rebecca at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University NE 505-843-6333
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