Birth date: May 8, 1961 Death date: Mar 18, 2025
David A. Cruz, born May 8, 1961, in Fontana, California, passed away on March 18, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. David was a man of many passions, with a heart as expansive as his interests. He was known for his green thumb and deep lo Read Obituary
Rest In Peace Tio David… We missed you all these years 💯
My deepest condolences to David's family. He was my brother.
I finally found you, only a little too late. I'm glad to know you seem to have lived a wonderful life. We've been trying to find you for years, it's so sad that this is how I found you. I know we sometimes bumped heads, but you were always my favorite uncle. Well at least you're not suffering and you're with your mom, dad, corrina and your brother Richard. My dad too, give him a hug for me. Until we meet again. Gloria rose.
I remember giving you the name "Papa Cruz," and you were proud of it. It fits you perfectly, as calling you "David" was rude. You were the best FIL I'd had. I watched you be part of my kids' lives, and your impact on my wife and her siblings was amazing. You've shared many stories of your past, leading to great advice. Knowing you loved food was awesome! When I asked you for permission to marry your daughter, you said yes. No matter the mistakes, you showed love and support. Thank you!
You also illustrated that you didn't have to be blood to show love and respect. You taught me many life lessons without even knowing it. You were "down to Earth" and you LOVED Jesus! I am glad to know you served him. Walking down the path of many health issues, hitting you one after another, you still showed strength and put your trust in God. That is key!
As I promised you, until the end. The end isn't goodbye, it's well done! Until we meet again! 1 Corinthians 13:12 and Luke 16:19-31. You fought the good fight, and you have finished your race! 2 Timothy 4:7-8.
MUCH LOVE!
Otis
Dear Grandpa,
I love you so much. I'm sorry I didn't call as much as I should've. I'm sorry I didn't visit as much as I should have. You were the staple of my childhood. I'll never forget how you would say, "Mannn," every time you got annoyed by something.
You were so strong, you never let anything get to you, and if it did, you never showed it. It's because of you that it seems like this doesn't bother me, but it does. Deep in my soul, I miss you so much, and I'm filled with regret. I just want one more day with you to do everything we talked about—trying new foods and going fishing. I'm just waiting to wake up; I can't believe you're gone. This feels like a bad lucid dream.
Nutty Buddys will never taste the same knowing I can't share one with you. Guy Fieri will never be fun to watch without your commentary. I'm sorry we never got to try all the foods we wanted to from the cooking shows and food reviews we watched. I'll never forget you or stop wishing for another day with you.
You were a blessing to me and every member of the family I love you ❤️
Dear Grandpa,
I love you so much. I'm sorry I didn't call as much as I should've. I'm sorry I didn't visit as much as I should have. You were the staple of my childhood. I'll never forget how you would say, "Mannn," every time you got annoyed by something.
You were so strong, you never let anything get to you, and if it did, you never showed it. It's because of you that it seems like this doesn't bother me, but it does. Deep in my soul, I miss you so much, and I'm filled with regret. I just want one more day with you to do everything we talked about—trying new foods and going fishing. I'm just waiting to wake up; I can't believe you're gone. This feels like a bad lucid dream.
Nutty Buddys will never taste the same knowing I can't share one with you. Guy Fieri will never be fun to watch without your commentary. I'm sorry we never got to try all the foods we wanted to from the cooking shows and food reviews we watched. I'll never forget you or stop wishing for another day with you.
You were a blessing to me and every member of the family, I love you ❤️
Jose Martinez lit a candle in memory of David Cruz
Dear Grandpa
you we’re my laughter in every family event from laughing about tripper in the NBA to you telling me to slow down while teaching me how to drive because I was going to fast you made everything funny you were the biggest big back I ever knew I’ll forever remember the things we’ve talked about and all the funny memories we had I love you so much and I was so lucky to have had you as my grandpa you were incredibly strong even in your worst moments and it’s because of that I’ll stay strong too thank you everything you’ve taught and done for me I’ll love you forever❤️.
Dad I love you! I was beyond blessed to have you as my Dad. You showed me how to be strong even in the hard times and that is how I am getting through. 💔🙏🏼 I will forever miss you.
