Maria Gloria Cruz Valdez

Maria Gloria Cruz Valdez obituary, Los Angeles, CA

Maria Gloria Cruz Valdez

Maria Cruz Valdez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Guerra & Gutierrez Mortuary - Whittier on Jun. 29, 2025.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Gloria. After a courageous battle with leukemia, she passed away surrounded by her loved ones.
She leaves behind her husband, Jesus, and her three cherished sons: Efrain, Victor, and Roberto. She is also survived by her six siblings-two sisters and four brothers-whom she loved dearly.
Gloria dedicated her life to her family as a seamstress and homemaker. She was known for her generosity, warmth, and unwavering dedication to her community, especially through her involvement in her church and her children's school.
One of her proudest achievements was seeing her lifelong dream fulfilled: all three of her children graduated from college. Her legacy of love, faith, and perseverance will live on in those she touched.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Maria, please visit our floral store.

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