of Paris, AR
June 23, 1932 - January 3, 2025
Juanita Cruz, 92, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025 in Waldron.
Juanita was born June 23, 1932 in Imperial Valley, California to her parents, Felix and Maria Rodriguez. She worked for several years as a custodian at Long Beach State University in California before retiring and moving to Arkansas to be closer to her family. Juanita loved to cook and have family and friends over to the house for pool parties or to just cook out. She would serve homemade refried beans and tacos that she was known for. Juanita loved animals; she had several birds and dogs throughout the years. She lived a very simple and quiet life and was a devoted Catholic; you could find several Catholic figurines throughout her house displaying her religion.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Cruz; one brother, Fumby Rodriguez; two sisters, Fena Rodriguez and Stella Rodriguez and one grandson, David Hernandez.
She is survived by one daughter, Janet Hernandez and husband, Robert Thurman of Paris, Arkansas; one brother, Felix Rodriguez and wife, Gloria of Houston, Texas; one sister, Valen Duarte and husband, Vincent of La Mirada, California; one granddaughter, Joanna Thurman of Clarksville, Arkansas; one great grandchild, Alexandra Nuno; one great-great grandchild, Toni Nuno and several other family members and friends.
There will be a rosary service at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Roller Funeral Home in Paris, followed by a committal service at Oakwood cemetery next to the funeral home.
Rosary service and committal services are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Robert Thurman, Kenny Schluterman, Mike Schluterman, Jerry Cravens, Bobby Sewell and Larry Weisenfels.
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13 Condolence(s)
Margaret Nuno
Friday, January 10, 2025
Janet, JoAnna and family, my sympathy on your loss. Juanita was always very nice to our family. I wish our granddaughter Alex would have had a closer relationship with her great grandmother, maybe then she could have given her information about her Dad David . I would periodically ask Cici about her, how she was doing physically etc.
I Pray that she had a peaceful death and didn't suffer much.
I’ll let my granddaughter, Alex know of her passing. I’m sure she’s sending her sympathy also.
Now she is with her grandson David, watching over our Alex, and the rest of her family.
Always; Margaret Nuno
Sara & Stephen Warren
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Our deepest condolences go out to the entire family during this difficult time. While we mourn the loss of such an amazing woman, we should all take comfort in knowing that she will continue to live on in every person she touched.
Jim and Kim Green
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Jo Anna and family,
We loved your Grandma. She was such a sweet kind person. I know you all will miss her so much. My prayers are with each of you. If you guys need us, please call us! We love you guys.
Jim and Kim Green
Debra Webb
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Praying for you and your family Joanna …
Connie Thurman
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
So sorry for your lost, now Aunt Juanita can rest in Heaven with all of her family who has gone before her. Life is so precious, please enjoy every day with your family.
Shirley joyner
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Love & prayers for the family...we love you Joanna!!!
Lorraine Rodriguez
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Tia Juanita,
Though you are gone, your spirit lives on and the love you gave to all of us. Special pool memories and Peris will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace, and know that you are deeply missed. Give big hugs to my grandparents who I often think of and to my Tia’s and my cousin.
My parents and siblings also send their
Love Lorraine
Hilda turner
Monday, January 6, 2025
Beautiful lady. Prayers for the family.
Vashti Kendall
Monday, January 6, 2025
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Such a sweet lady. I'll be praying for your family.
Michael schluterman
Sunday, January 5, 2025
So sorry for your lose
Paul & Patricia Thurman
Sunday, January 5, 2025
Bobby and Jill Sewell
Sunday, January 5, 2025
Grandma J was a sweet, funny Lady. Prayers for all her family. Rest in Peace Grandma.
Bobby and Jill Sewell
Barbara Jackson
Saturday, January 4, 2025
My sweet neighbor. It was a pleasure to know Juanita and her family. The neighborhood is not the same. I always knew Juanita had her eye on me anytime I was outside working (she told me so) and she especially liked it when I brought my dogs, JoJo and Blacky out. I would take them over so she could love on them. I will miss you Juanita but I will see you again one day. Janet, Bob and Joanna I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.