With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Nancy Tirado, age 62, on April 24, 2026. Born in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, Nancy built a beautiful life in Cleveland, Ohio, where she became a light in the lives of so many.
Nancy was the beloved daughter of the late Luis Tirado and Virginia Rivera, and the devoted wife of the late Cesar O. Andino Sr. She was a proud and loving mother to Cesar O. Andino Jr. (Rita) and Johany Andino (Christian Prieman), who were her greatest joy and the center of her world.
She is survived by her loving siblings Angel Cruz, Rosemary Cruz, Ivette Cruz, Maria Rivera, and Virginia Elivo, and was reunited in eternal rest with her brothers Luis Cruz and Eliezer Cruz. Nancy was an adored aunt, a loyal friend, and a second mother to many who were blessed to know her.
To know Nancy was to feel welcomed, seen, and loved. She had a gift for turning strangers into friends with just a smile and a conversation. Her laughter filled every room, her dancing lifted every spirit, and her heart knew no limits when it came to helping others. She was an incredible cook who fed people not just with food, but with comfort and care. Nancy treated everyone like family, fiercely protected those she loved—especially her sisters—and carried a deep, unwavering love for her mother throughout her life.
Her faith was a guiding force in her life. A devoted member of La Sagrada Familia Catholic Church, Nancy lived her beliefs through kindness, generosity, and service to her community. She dedicated over a decade as an office manager at a dental practice, where her warmth and compassion left a lasting impression on coworkers and patients alike.
Nancy lived fully, loved deeply, and gave endlessly. Her absence leaves an ache that words cannot fully capture, but her spirit will live on in every laugh shared, every meal prepared with love, and every act of kindness done in her memory.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Nancy’s life on Monday, April 27, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Craciun Berry Funeral Home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 10:00 AM at La Sagrada Familia Catholic Church.
Though she is no longer with us in body, Nancy’s love, strength, and beautiful spirit will remain in our hearts forever.
