Barbara A. Cruz, age 82, passed away on May 15, 2024. She was born on September 10, 1941 to the late William Hazelton and Helen McNew. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edward; and grandson, Blaise Johnson. She is survived by her children, Lori Smith (Dale), Angela Walker (Todd); Jeanie Hickey (Bob), Mary Cruz, Ed "Joe" Cruz (Gail), Joyce Barbazette (Tom), Randy Cruz, Jo Ellen Johnson (Clay); grandchildren, Justin Baker, Christian Smith, Nathan Smith, Michael Walker, Payton Walker, Taylor Walker, Bobby Hickey, Joe Hickey, Jon Hickey, Dirk Schillinger, Andrea Scott, Stephanie Frye, Eddie Cruz, Jamie Lightsey, Jodie McClatchy, Crystal Bosley, Tucker Cruz, Paige Johnson; and great grandchildren. Friends may call at the NEWCOMER SOUTHWEST CHAPEL 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio 43123 on Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 12:00pm until time of funeral service at 1:00pm. Interment to follow at Alton Cemetery.