DeLuna, Cruz 80, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on October 21st, 2016. Cruz was born on May 3rd, 1936 in Miami, AZ. The eldest child of Merejildo and Natividad Deluna, Cruz graduated from Miami High School in 1954. She moved with her family to Phoenix and retired from Motorola. She had a deep love for family, her country and her nationality. Cruz had a strong faith, an insatiable curiosity of the unknown and an unwavering loyalty to children. Cruz is survived by her sister, two brothers, and her many beloved nieces and nephews.