Luisa M. Cruz's Obituary
Luisa Morales Cruz was born on Nov. 25, 1911 in Manila, Philippines. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 21, 2013. Luisa was 101 years old.
She arrived in Lakewood, WA in 1993 to live with her daughter, Cecilia Lago. Luisa enjoyed her new life here in the U.S. getting and quickly adapted to the American way of life. She enjoyed sewing, and made her own patterns created from pictures or drawings of garments she saw. Her family enjoyed the beautiful clothes she would make for them.
Luisa had seven siblings, all of whom preceded her in death. Luisa was married to Leocadio for 45 years before he passed away in 1978. They had four daughters: Amelia (who died at the age of three); Cecilia; Corazon who resides in the Philippines; and Teresita who lives in London, England. Luisa also had four grandchildren: Amy, Dwight and Elmer; and Iris. She was able to spend time with her great grandchildren Sarah, Emily, Danielle, Nicole, Riana, Rico, Renzo, Sean and Emily.
Luisa enjoyed vacations with her family here, and visited Disney parks both in California and Florida, as well as other destinations. Luisa was loved dearly by her family. Although she was quiet, she had a playful side, often tickling any one of her children who sat beside her. She liked to dance, and listen to music. She enjoyed watching variety shows on The Filipino Channel. Luisa was a kind, loving person who never spoke ill of anyone. She was also a fighter who overcame health issues like cancer and hip surgery.
Luisa's family will miss her, but they know she is resting in peace now in God's kingdom.
Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home.
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