KAITLYN ALYSSA MARIE "KATIE" CRUEA

Katie Cruea, age 23, of Troy, OH passed away on February 28, 2016 in Florida.  She was born March 28, 1992 in Dayton, OH to Sandra Hinkle of Troy and James Cruea of Louisiana.

She is survived by her son: Karter; and younger sister: Chelsea, at home.    She will be deeply missed by her family, which includes her loving Grandma Joanne Hinkle, Aunt Barb Bierly (Tod), Aunt Terry Shaw, Aunt Gina Heath, Uncles: Lloyd Cruea (Benna), Dennis Cruea, Tim Cruea (Kadena), and Mike Cruea; cousins: Eddie and Brandon Bierly, Rylee, Ronnie, many other cousins and countless friends.  She was preceded in death by Rodney "Pap" Hinkle and Grandmother Mellie Cruea (Neves).

Katie graduated from Troy High School and Upper Valley JVS in 2010.  Katie lived life to the fullest and touched the hearts of everyone she met.  She enjoyed spending time with family, especially her son, Karter, who is the love of her life.

Katie, love you to the moon and back!

Services will be at 10:30 AM on Monday, March 7, 2016 at Baird Funeral Home in Troy.  Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery in Troy.  Friends may call from 2-5 PM on Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made in care of the family.  Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.bairdfuneralhome.com.