Juanita Cruz Obituary

We bid farewell to Juanita Cruz of Paris, Arkansas, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 3, 2025 at the age of 92. Juanita touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Juanita departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Juanita. Though Juanita may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Felix Rodriguez and Maria Rodriguez; her husband Robert Cruz; her siblings, Fumby Rodriguez, Fena Rodriguez and Stella Rodriguez; and her grandson David Hernandez.

She is survived by: her daughter Janet Hernandez (Robert Thurman) of Paris, Arkansas; her siblings, Felix Rodriguez (Gloria) of Houston, Texas and Valen Duarte (Vincent) of La Mirada, California; her granddaughter Joanna Thurman of Clarksville, Arkansas; her great grandchild Alexandra Nuno; and her great great grandchild Toni Nuno. She is also survived by several other family members and friends.

A rosary was held on Wednesday, January 8th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Roller Funeral Home (1700 E Walnut St, Paris, AR 72855).