Obituary of Cruz Kelly

Cruz Perez Kelly, aka (Lisa) , 71, of Dallas, TX passed on May 9th 2020 from cancer. Born on May 5th, 1949 to the late Guadalupe and Virginia Perez. Survived by her children Greg Lopez, Carlos Lopez, Ravina Lopez, Louis Kelly, Marjorie Kelly and Nicholas Alonzo. She is also survived by her 5 brothers Lupe Perez, Henry Perez, Freddy Perez, Manuel Perez, Tony Perez, 2 sisters Betty Callas and Mary Lamb as well as numerous grandchildren, nephews and nieces. Cruz survived several medical issues over the last 5 years including a liver transplant prior to her fight with cancer A loving Daughter, Sister, Wife/Widower, Mother, Grandmother and Friend. She had several professions over her life, but as a member of the Papago Indian Tribe she was most recognized by family and friends as working on behalf of the Native American Indian communities in both Kansas City, MO and Dallas, TX. She was also an advocate for Native American Indian rights for over 30 years. At a later date a memorial will be announced to family and friends. In lieu of flowers Cruz would have wished for donations to help others that helped her, mostly notably any donation to the texasoncologyfoundation.org . Any amount is appreciated. Tribute: in memory of Cruz Kelly. Donations: to benefit people at Dallas Baylor. Thank you to everyone that was part of her life. She will be missed by all but know she is with God our heavenly Father and her Savior Jesus Christ. John 1:12 But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God