Barbara Lovato Cruz
February 1, 1958 - January 14, 2025
Barbara Lovato Cruz, lovingly known as “Nana,” passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, at the age of 66. She was born on February 1, 1958, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Margaret Angela Zamora Jiron and Rolando Maximilliano Lovato.
Survived by her devoted husband, Teddy Cruz, her children Angelina Raso (Nate), Jaylynn Sandoval, Ashley Cruz and Teddy Cruz Jr.; her grandchildren Quiana, Mathew, Noah, Miracle, Jullian, Mercedes, Diego, Marcus, Laila and Hadley; and her siblings Lisa Tafoya, R. Pete Lovato, Paul Jiron, Pauline Jiron, Richard Lovato and Tina Ouzounian; and many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins.
Barbara loved to decorate her home with an abundance of roosters and plants, adding beauty and life to every corner. She enjoyed spending quality time conversing over coffee or a cold Pepsi and her door was always open to loved ones.
She was instrumental in raising Miracle and Jullian. The warmth and compassion she gave them created a special bond that will be forever cherished.
Barbara also shared an incredibly close bond with her mother, Marge. In the end she spoke with her mom, right as she was there to take her by the hand and guide her home.
Preceded in death by her parents, John and Marge Jiron, Rolando Lovato and sibling Robert Lovato.
A celebration of Barbara’s life will take place on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City.
• Open House: 11:00 AM – 1:00PM
Followed by the burial at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
Special thanks to all who helped with mom’s peaceful transition. Jaylynn, Miracle, Gina, Natasha, Marissa and the nurses and aides at CNS Hospice. You are all truly angels on earth.
Mom, we all love you and will miss you dearly.
“Take to the sky on a natural high, loving you more ‘till the day I die..”
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In Loving Memory
I'm so sorry to hear about Bobbi passing. I love you both dearly. She was beautiful inside and out. Thinking of you and holding you in my heart.
Judybelle
Redding, CA
To be absent from the body is too be present with the lord love you Bobbi 🦋🙏Amen 👨🏾🦲
Judybelle arnold
Redding ca, Calif
My dearest condolences to the family to her devoted husband. God bless you all. I’m so sorry to hear about Bobby. I just love the girl. She was such a beautiful person..
Annette Castillo
Magna, UT
I can’t believe how long we’ve been friends—it feels like a lifetime. You will always hold a special place in my heart. I cherish all those moments we shared, filled with laughter and joy. I’m going to miss you deeply, my beautiful friend. I know you are now with your wonderful mother, Marge, and that gives me some comfort. I truly believe that one day we’ll be together again. Sending you all my love and prayers. ❤️💞
Annette Ortega
Salt Lake City, Utah
Much Love To The Family Bobbi Jean Your gonna Be Missed royally Eric Evans
Eski (Sammy)
Salt Lake City, Utah
Sending my Prayers, love and Heart to you Uncle Teddy and Family! Your laugh will be missed Aunt Bobbi! Rest Peacefully in Paradise! Never Goodbye… until we see you again! 🙏🏼🙌🏻🕊️ God Bless!
Petra Vigil
West Valley City, Utah
Sending my heartfelt prayers 🙏 & much love ❤️ to my childhood friends & family may the Love of LORD JESUS CHRIST comfort you're hearts during this difficult time of sorrow & sadness. Rip my beautiful friend. Sending love ❤️ & hugs.
Yolanda Vigil
West Valley, Ut
To my dear cousin Teddy… I love you and am here for you. I know how hard it is for you and those who were close to Bobbi. But there’s no more pain or suffering, she is with the Lord, the best place to be.
Margie Gurule
Rio Rancho, NM
Sorry for ur lost 😞
Susie Archuleta
West Valley, Utah