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Stephanie Cruz Obituary
Stephanie Renee Cruz, 42 of Bluefield WV, passed away August 18th 2025 at her home in Bluefield, WV. Born July 6th 1983 she was the daughter of Jacqueline Sluss. She was a CNA at Highland Ridge Nursing Home in Dublin VA. Stephanie loved the Lord, her children and her grandbabies more than life itself.
Stephanie was preceded in death by her grandfather Jimmie Sluss, Uncles Teddy, Darrell and John Sluss and nephew Jeremy Sluss.
Those left to cherish her memories are her mother Jacqueline Sluss, Brother George Quesenberry and her children Tyler Mullins, Dakota Anderson (Jess), Haylee Anderson (Bri) and Nacho Perez. Her grandbabies whom she adored Remi, DJ, Izabella and Bentley. Her grandmother Sadie Sluss, and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Stephanie had a big heart and was loved by so many. She will be missed more than words can say.
Friends may call on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at from 2:00-3:00 PM at Cravens-Shires Funeral Home in Bluewell with a funeral service following at 3:00 PM. Kimberly Newcomb will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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3431 Coal Heritage Road, Bluefield, WV 24701
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