Alberto Cruz Obituary
The memory of Alberto Cruz of Hayesville, North Carolina, who passed away on July 21, 2024 at the age of 71, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Alberto's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Miguel Cruz and Angela Guzman Cruz; his stepson Pedro Mendez; and his siblings, Lido Cruz and Junior Cruz.
He is survived by: his daughter Jacqueline Chinkhan (Stevan) of Hayesville; his stepsons, Hector Rivera (Maggie) of Young Harris and Jorge Rivera (Liz) of Lancaster, Pennsylvania; his siblings, Jenny Cruz of Florida and Miguel Cruz Jr. (Ady) of Puerto Rico; his grandchildren, Steven Chinkhan (Christiana) of Hiawassee, Christian Chinkhan (Carlie) of Dawsonville, Georgia and Julia Chinkhan of Hayesville; and his great grandchild Aurora Chinkhan. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.