Connie Santa Cruz – December 11, 1930 – January 3, 2017
Connie (Consuelo) Santa Cruz, 86, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2017 in Gilbert, Arizona. She was born in Superior, Arizona where she lived
with her husband, Charlie, and raised four sons. Connie worked and was active in many community events in the town until 1976 when Connie and Charlie moved to East Mesa. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister and friend to many. Connie leaves behind her sons and their families which include J. Charles, his wife Adela, children Daniel and Carla; Richard, his sons Carlos and Stephen; George, and his wife Terri, children Candace(husband Jorge, and daughters Gianna, Sienna) Amanda, George Roy, and Josh; John, and his wife Janice, and children Brandon and Breanna; and step-grandchildren, Ann and Tim. The extended family consists of many nieces and nephews, sisters- in- law, brothers- in-law, and cousins.
Connie will be remembered for her loving character, generous heart, and unconditional acceptance of others. During her life, she made herself available to anyone who needed assistance and support. She loved her family and did everything possible to provide a loving and safe home. In her lifetime she encountered many challenges. Her legacy will be in the acceptance and conquering of all life’s challenges with dignity and grace.
The visitation for Connie will be from 4-7:00 pm, with 6:00 pm Rosary, Monday, January 9, 2017 at Mountain View Funeral Home Chapel, 7900 E Main St., Mesa, AZ 85207. The funeral mass will be at 11:00 am Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1244 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206.
My deepest sympathies to you all. I always did admire her and we did have great times together. Sandra and Ray Palma
She is in Heaven with the rest of our families from Superior Az. She will be missed. Yet, God continues to need Saints and Angels to build His Kingdom.
From the Guzman Family in Superior.
Manuel and Mary Guzman Children.
Manny, Yolanda, Rosemary, Arlene and James. (And families)
What a wonderful women she was, I remember her beautiful smile when we were growing up in superior!!! My deepest condolences to your family!!!!
My condolences to Con
Dear Charlie, Richard, George, and John,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. We’re wishing the entire Santa Cruz family peace and comfort at this difficult time.
My loving tia…you have to be the mediator for my dad and tio charlie…they have always been kids at ❤…beautiful family in heaven…
Dear Santa Cruz Family, we send you our condolences for the loss of your beautiful mother. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely
Carolyn and Angel Haro