Brenda Cruz

February 12, 1971 - May 23, 2022

Brenda Cruz, formerly of Pemberton, passed away on May 23. She was 51 years old. Daughter of Jose Rivera and Julia Lopez, Brenda was born February 12, 1971 in Manhattan, NY. Brenda was raised in Jersey City where she met the love of her life Daniel Cruz. Brenda was a devoted mother and wife, always putting family and others before herself. Brenda was proud of her Puerto Rican heritage. She enjoyed cooking and baking, making the best flan, tres leche cake and pastries. Brenda was a sports fiend, loving and watching all different sports like baseball, boxing and soccer. She was a NY Yankees and NY Giants fan. Her favorite sporting events to watch were her daughters playing their sports. She loved her two dogs, Yankee and Capo, like they were her children. Brenda will be missed by all who knew her. Brenda is survived by her loving husband of 35 years Daniel Cruz, her daughter Elyssa and Daniela Cruz, her siblings Jose Rivera Jr., Blanca Rivera, Nilsa Rivera, Luis Rivera, Josue Rivera, Juan Rivera, and Myra Hernandez. A Memorial service for Brenda will be held privately.