Born Peggy Veronica Calderon, she was preceded by her parents, Robert and Alice Calderon, two older brothers, sons, Carlos, Jr. and Manuel and great-grandson, Jovan.
Veronica graduated from Carl T. Hayden High School in 1965. Two years later she married Carlos Santa Cruz and had three children, Carlos Jr., Lisa and Manuel.
Veronica had a fulfilling career working for Hobby Bench doing what she loved, and then proceeded to work in sales for Xpedx Paper Company (International Paper) until retirement. Veronica loved spending time with her family and friends, crafting, sewing, volunteering and helping just about anybody who needed help.
Veronica is survived by her husband Carlos, daughter Lisa (Jeffrey), granddaughter Kayleigh, great-grandson Dominic, sisters Mary (Chino) and Doreen (Eli), uncles Rudy and Alex, several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Veronica was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, godmother, aunt and friend and will be deeply missed and forever cherished in our hearts.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 9am at West Resthaven Funeral Home, 6450 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale with a viewing starting at 8AM. Due to the pandemic, those who are uncomfortable attending in person, please contact the family for virtual details.
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