Beverly Lyn Cruz Obituary
We announce the death of Beverly Lyn Cruz (Columbia, South Carolina), who passed away on July 17, 2026, at the age of 72. Beverly will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Johnny Lewis Edwards and Patricia Sue Edwards Storey; and her siblings, Susan Belcher and Van Edwards. She is survived by: her daughter Carmen L. Cruz of Lexington, SC.; her husband Angel A. Cruz, Jr.; her siblings, Julie Crummie (Charles) of Saluda, Johnette Devore (Jody) of Greenwood, Barbara Hudgens (Myron) of Lewisville, NC, Amanda Black (Scotty) of Saluda and Chris Edwards of Johnston, SC; her stepfather William Storey; and her brother-in-law Benjie Belcher of Saluda. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, Bev asked that donations be made to any dog rescue (https://www.americanhumane.org) or ActBlue (https://secure.actblue.com) to support Democratic candidates.
