Paula Marie Cruz

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Paula was as good a person as I’ve ever known. She helped manage the large house my Mother and Stepfather lived in for many, many years and became a family member in her own right to them. When my Mother was stricken hard by Alzheimers, Paula became personally involved with her and Dan, helping more than just a house manager, and actually becoming loved and cherished friends of both of them, and ultimately was very involved in taking care of and nursing my Mom up to the end of her days three two years ago. My Mom’s passing was very hard on my stepdad who loved my Mom more than anything in the world, and Paula continued to be a great friend to him and ultimately a trusted companion and travel partner. Her friendship and love made my Mom’s passing so much easier for Dan, and I’ll always love her and remember her smiling face and true caring for our family. She was absolutely wonderful to know and knowing she and Dan were close friends warmed all of our hearts out here in California. She left us much too early but while she was here she obviously shared and loved a full lifetime’s-worth with those close to her and made a difference in our family that is indescribable. We will miss you Paula. God Bless You.

Although I met Paula only a few times, her warmth and sense of humor touched me deeply. Her passing is a terrible loss to her family and friends. Sending love to her spirit as she moves on.

Dear Paula, God snatched you way too soon, but what control do we have over so much? You were so easy to talk with, so easy to work with. I am cherishing our friendship until my dying day and feel fortunate to have known you. Will miss you, sweet soul. You cared so much about your family and friends. Your smile, your laugh, your hugs will be so missed. Elizabeth Zawadowski and Terry McCanne.

There’s the saying that you may not remember what a person said, but you’ll always remember how they made you feel. Paula left an incredible feeling behind with anyone who knew her – the kind where she was genuinely glad to see you and hear what’s happening in your life. She loved to gab, catch up and laugh and I could always count on getting a great hug from her. I’m grateful to have known her and I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family. As time passes, may all the loving memories we had with her fill our hearts and bring us comfort.

My heart goes out to the entire Cruz family. I will keep you in my prayers during and beyond this difficult time. Thank you all for being great friends for most of my life. Paula will be missed by many.

Aaron and I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Paula at Sperry. Her team leadership skills were a sight to behold. She was always the true professional with her skirts and heels, makeup and curled hair. Of course we all wore the blue smock to protect the electronics we worked on. That didn’t stop her from looking her best every day. She led her team during the TQM or Total Quality Management days when money saving ideas were calculated and then disbursed by checks as bonuses for the team. I loved watching her with her poster board and marker in hand with her group around her ready to give their ideas. Anyone on Paula’s team benefited greatly from her leadership.
Paula was always so positive.
Our life paths crossed again when she came into our home to help with her family cleaning business. She was such a blessing to me and especially to my mother in law. The two shared a bond of suffering from many of the same health ailments. My mother in law passed away in April. I know she had her arms open for Paula who came about 9 months later of the same year. Paula was not just a part of a cleaning crew but a treasured friend of our family. To hear her and her sister, Nathalie talk and laugh together as they worked was truly something. They sounded so much alike with similar laughs and the same voice inflections. I witnessed the love for one another between the two of them. Jesus knows that those two truly understood his intent for love between His people. We look forward to meeting Paula, again someday when it is our appointed time. Until then, Aaron, Noah, Hannah & I will pray for strength for those who have to be without our sweet Paula, here on earth. Sending our love.♥️🙏🏼

“Our heart goes out to all in the loss of dear Paula. Paula meant so much to so many. .There are no words that can ease the pain the family and friends are experiencing during this time I am sure. May all of your memories together comfort you all now and in the days ahead. Myself, I will always remember all the good times we had together growing up and later growing older. And I will never forget her laugh. We are thinking of you all, Uncle Paul, Natha and everyone else. God Bless you all”.

Mike & Pat Pfaffenhauser

All my love and heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Death is hard on families and turns everyone into different entities, totally changing family dynamics. Remember the love of family during this time.