Gladys Cruz, 94 of San Sebastian, Puerto Rico passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday October 13, 2025. We thank God for the gift of her life and the blessing of the time we spent with her.
She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years Carlos Cruz, her parents Angel Ortiz and Isabel Cueva, her aunt Laya, her sister Edith Ortiz, and her granddaughter Jessica Rivera.
Gladys is survived by her daughter Yolanda Cruz of Altamonte Springs, FL. Her grandchildren Johanna, Gladys, Vilmarie, Carlos Omar; as well as numerous great grandchildren.
Mami, we hold you close within our hearts, and there you shall remain, to walk with us throughout our lives, until we meet again. So, rest in peace our beloved mother, and thanks for all you have done. We pray that God has given you the crown you truly have won.
A viewing will be held honoring Gladys on Saturday October 18, 2025, from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. A memorial service will be held from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, followed by a reception.
All services and arrangements are being held by Banfield Funeral Home & Crematory at 420 W State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708.
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Winter Springs, FL 32708
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420 W. State Road 434
Winter Springs, FL 32708
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Oct
420 W. State Road 434
Winter Springs, FL 32708
