Cristina Jean Bertrand

Cristina Jean Bertrand, 33, of Tucson passed suddenly and joined the angels on Sunday March 2, 2014. Cristina was a very loving mother, she was full of life, had a great sense of humor and always brought a smile to everyone's face. Cristina put other's before herself and had a heart of gold. Cristina touched many hearts as she was so loving and genuine. The family finds comfort in knowinG that Cristina rests in the arms of the loved ones who preceded her and is in the presence of the lord. The family celebrates the end of Cristina's life long battle. Cristina is survived by her son, Dominic Bertrand; daughter, Danizah Balderrama; grandmother,Evangelina Green; mother, Marcia Balderrama; father, Stephen Bertrand; stepfather, Jorge Balderrama; stepmother, Donna Tavener; sisters, Czarina Balderrama, Vanessa Balderrama, Stephanie Bertrand; brothers, Stephen Bertrand, John Allred, Steven Graham, nephew Juan Carlos Serrano Jr.; and friend, Barbara Balderrama. A celebration of her life is planned for March 11, 2014 at Martinez Funeral Chapels from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO MARTINEZ FUNERAL CHAPELS, 2580 S. 6TH AVE.