Autumn Rae Cruz, lovingly known as "China", "Chinita", "Sissy", and "TT", 39, of Bear Lake, was called home Tuesday, May 12, 2026. She was born October 4, 1986, in Muskegon, the beloved daughter of Mildred "Milli" (stone) Ramsey and Juan Jose Cruz-Santiago. She was lovingly raised with the presence of Oscar Ramsey Jr. in her life.

Autumn carried deep love for her family and held tightly to those she cherished most. She loved her nieces and nephews dearly and often spoke about them with pride and affection. She was a strong and independent women who devoted her life to raising her children while helping love and guide many of her nephews along the way.

She enjoyed watching her favorite movies and shows, including Love & Basketball, A Walk to Remember, Grey's Anatomy, Empire, and All American. One of her favorite books was The Giving Tree, which held a special place in her heart.

In recent times, Autumn had begun strengthening her relationship with God, searching for her Bible, and hoping to return to church as she continued her spiritual journey.

Autumn leaves behind: her two beautiful children, Da'Kary Watson and De'Ondrea Da'Naye Watson, who were the center of her world; grandchildren, Warren Joseph Watson and Ariella Da'Naye McNeil, whose smile brought joy to her heart every single day; sisters, Gloria Annette Rios, Cheyenne Marie Abad Rojas, Temetria Bell, and Loni Lee (Fernando "Papi") Hernandez; and brothers, Joseph Cruz, John (Crystal) Cruz, and Angelo (Sami) Cruz.

Autumn was preceded in death by her beloved baby sister, Keira Ramsey, who passed in 2018.

A Celebration of Autumn's Life will be announced at a later date.

Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Service, is in charge of arrangements.
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