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Kaitlyn Alyssa Marie "Katie" Cruea

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Kaitlyn Cruea Obituary

Published by Piqua Daily Call from Mar. 3 to Mar. 4, 2016.

TROY — Kaitlyn Alyssa Marie "Katie" Cruea, age 23, of Troy, OH passed away on February 28, 2016 in Florida. She was born March 28, 1992 in Dayton, OH to Sandra Hinkle of Troy and James Cruea of Louisiana.

She is survived by her son: Karter; and younger sister: Chelsea, at home.

She will be deeply missed by her family, which includes her loving Grandma Joanne Hinkle, Aunt Barb Bierly (Tod), Aunt Terry Shaw, Aunt Gina Heath, Uncles: Lloyd Cruea (Benna), Dennis Cruea, Tim Cruea (Kadena), and Mike Cruea; cousins: Eddie and Brandon Bierly, Rylee, Ronnie, many other cousins and countless friends.

She was preceded in death by Rodney "Pap" Hinkle and Grandmother Mellie Cruea (Neves).

Katie graduated from Troy High School and Upper Valley JVS in 2010. Katie lived life to the fullest and touched the hearts of everyone she met. She enjoyed spending time with family, especially her son, Karter, who is the love of her life.

Katie, love you to the moon and back!

Services will be at 10:30 AM on Monday, March 7, 2016 at Baird Funeral Home in Troy. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery in Troy. Friends may call from 2-5 PM on Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made in care of the family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.bairdfuneralhome.com.

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Kevin Graham

February 23, 2019

Hoping that little boy she was so in love with is happy and healthy today. What a kind soul she was.

Kevin Graham

March 7, 2016

My condolences to Kate's family, especially that sweet little boy that she loved so much. I watched Kate help so many others in times when they needed support. My heart goes out to you all

sheryl sage

March 6, 2016

Jamie and Sandy
I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his loving arms around all of you and bring you comfort during your time of need.
Katie will surely be missed.
Love you bunches.

Angie Morrison-Smith

March 4, 2016

Sandy so sorry to read about your loss. May God wrap his loving arms around your entire family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days.

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kay miller

March 4, 2016

Sandy I am so sorry for your loss. I can not imagine what you and your family are going through. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Julie Bryan

March 4, 2016

Katie you were one beautiful girl both inside and out. So many people love you and are going to miss you. I will continue praying for your family and friends. Rest in peace sweet girl.

Sherry Bayless

March 3, 2016

My prayers and condolences to the entire family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

March 3, 2016

Even tho there are no words that can express the loss of losing a child, I pray that God will comfort and give peace for the family and all that loved Katie.
The Wright Family (Dayton, Ohio)

Jodell Davis

March 3, 2016

Im so sorry for the loss of your precious daughter, mother, sister, niece and granddaughter. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!!

Penny Beaty

March 3, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. May you be in a beautiful place and may your family find peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Mary Brown

March 3, 2016

Good Evening, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful daughter. I recall seeing her at the Career Center; where I substitute . Again, I am so sorry to hear the sad news .

The Cost and Neves family

March 3, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

March 3, 2016

I, am lost for words so sad to hear of Katie's passing .my prayers to the Family. She will be missed..

Bryan Campbell

March 3, 2016

So sorry...

Patty Hahn

March 3, 2016

So sorry for your lose ....RIH

March 3, 2016

I'm so sorry her life ended so early,she will be missed by so many!
Lloyd and Benna Cruea

Deborah Arnett

March 3, 2016

So sorry bout the loss she will be missed by so many. Prayers for yall and extra prayers for karter!

Gee Hall

March 3, 2016

Cruea Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sad at hearing this news. Katie was such a dear and special child. There are no words to express my feelings at losing one of "my kids".

Beth Heckman and family

March 3, 2016

So sorry to hear about her passing. Your family is in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Lou & Dan Madewell

March 2, 2016

So sorry to hear this .I remembered the time she went on vacation with us .She will be missed by alot of people ..

Tim & Kadena Cruea

March 1, 2016

So very sorry for your loss. Katie you were loved by many and will be greatly missed.

March 1, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lisa Cruea

Bonita (Bj) Werner

March 1, 2016

Katie, even though we lost touch you are forever in my heart and I have a boat load of memories with you. I loved spending the night with you at your grand parents and listening music and your grandpa coming down to the basement and telling us to to bed. Thank you being there when I needed you.

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