Alescia Nicole Cruz, 23, of Trenton, North Carolina, passed away November 9th surrounded by love.

She is preceded in death by her father, Ibrahim Cruz.

She is survived by her mother, Shasta Brown (Micheal); her sisters, Arianna Minnick of Pennsylvania and Lily Yates of Trenton ; her brothers, Yusaias Cruz of Jacksonville, and Mason and Maddox Marshburn of Trenton. She is also survived by her grandparents, Lisa Brown of Trenton, Frankie and Laura Brown of Richlands, and Onelia Marrero of New Jersey; her great-grandmother, Dorothy Mills; and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Alescia previously attended Jones Senior High School, where she brought joy to her classmates and teachers alike. She loved high fives, counting, and flipping through magazines. She found amusement when her siblings got into a little bit of trouble and loved the feeling of having her beautiful hair blow-dried. Like any true Southern girl, she had a special fondness for sweet tea.

Alescia's presence was a light in the lives of everyone who knew her. Her laughter, her quirks, and her warm spirit brought happiness to her family and friends. Her absence leaves a space that cannot be filled, but the love and memories she gave will remain in our hearts forever.

Family will receive visitors at the home on Wednesday, November 12th, for anyone who wishes to pay their respects.

Community  Funeral Home of Beulaville is honored to serve the Cruz family.