Stella De La Cruz, 84, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2018.

Stella was born in Tecolote, NM to Rudolfo and Donata Montoya.

Stella was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Ramon “Ray” De La Cruz;  son, Ray De La Cruz, Jr; and grandchild, Jessica De La Cruz. She is survived by her daughter Yolanda and Rueben (husband) Ramirez, and son Martin De La Cruz. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Angela & Leonard (husband) Lopez, Mario and Monique (wife) Lucero, Ramon De La Cruz III; and great- grandchildren: Elijah I.Lucero, Ramon De La Cruz IV, Lexi Lucero, Trinity Lucero, Geovanni Lucero, and Raveya De La Cruz.

Stella's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 6:00 pm at Shrine of the Little Flower St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church located at 300 Mildred Ave NW 87107. Mass  will be held on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at 9:00 am also at Shrine of the Little Flower St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery which is located on 1900 Edith Blvd NE 87102