Betty Lou Cruz, age 86, passed away suddenly on Monday, July 9, 2012. Betty was a Fresno resident for 25 years, after moving from Manteca. She had also lived in Stockton and in San Diego, CA. Betty was born in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She was a proud member of the Delaware Tribe of Indians, daughter of Mary Sarcoxie and granddaughter of Chief John Sarcoxie. Betty had an outgoing personality. She was a very generous and caring person and had many friends, including a number of beloved pets. She is survived by her three children: Juanita (Vic) Fiorello of Fresno, Pete Cruz, Jr. of San Diego, CA and Mary (Elton) Bailey of Prescott Valley, AZ., five grandchildren: Marilee, John, Wilber, James, and Sara, and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 A.M., Saturday, July 14, 2012 at Yost &Webb Chapel.