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Robert Cruz Obituary
1956-2017
Robert Cruz age 61 of Houston Texas entered into eternal rest on December 3, 2017. He was born on January 17, 1956 to Raymond Cruz and Julia Hernandez in Fort Worth, Texas.
Robert was preceded in death by Raymond Cruz.
Robert is survived by his mother, Julia Cruz; two sisters, Gloria Castillo spouse Sotero Castillo; and Christine Smith, spouse Kerry Smith and numerous nieces and nephews.
Robert a resident of Houston Texas passed away surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, December 3, 2017, at the age of 61. He earned a BA Degree from Yale University in 1978 and was awarded his Juris Doctor and Master of Law Degree in 1984 from Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University.
Robert was an attorney, an avid golfer, a writer and he loved to read. He was a member of various organizations throughout his life. Robert was the president and head attorney for the legal battle at Gus Wortham Golf course, the 106-year-old historic golf course at Lawndale and Wayside in the East End Association. It was his pride and joy to win this battle for his endearing community and fellow golfers. Robert enjoyed baseball, traveling, theater, Tejano music, Crown Royal and the Green Bay Packers. Robert loved to coach baseball to the underprivileged youth. More importantly Robert was a friend to many. He loved to help people in need and had a passion in helping any person that had the desire to further their higher education and become a well rounded member of society. Robert didn't have biological children, but he helped raise many children throughout his life time. He even helped raise a few adults. He had a special love for his four Godchildren, Elisa, David, Anthony, Alex and his step children, Cassandra and Nicholas. Robert was a son, brother, uncle, loyal friend and often at times a little stubborn.
A celebration of his life will take place on Saturday December 16th at Felix H. Morales Funeral Home, from 1 pm - 4:30 pm located at 2901 Canal St Houston Texas 77003. Rosary will be held at 3 pm. Shortly thereafter, a memorial gathering for family and friends will be held at 6 pm at The Friendly Inn located at 8304 Park Place Blvd, Houston, Texas 77017.
Robert, an avid golfer, lived his life to the fullest and would have never asked for a mulligan!
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Memories and Condolences
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Always thinking of you!
Christine Smith
December 5, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
D Blanco
February 9, 2018
Robert was a good man. He was a great friend to my husband Juan Blanco Jr. (deceased) and the entire Blanco family. We learned of his passing today and we were sadden to hear the news. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Ira Moskowitz
December 22, 2017
Just received the sad news. My memories of Robert date back to 1974 when we were assigned to be roommates in college. He was a great roommate and friend, quick to smile and playfully call me as a "pendejo." Robert will remain forever young in my memory. Rest in peace old friend.
Jane Lippman
December 16, 2017
BOB CRUZ! my really good buddy back in the day! such fun, such good times we had!(with meaning and substance too!)
Paulina Villavicencio
December 12, 2017
Babe it's ok that y you had to let go, it pained to see you like that way. Your Personal Legend will go on. You went out of your way to mentor people like me, at many times undeserving but you believed in me and saw the greatness hidden way below beyond the scars and pain I used to cover it all up, even when no one not even myself could see it. I was a lost, hurt, confused, angry shell of a person when I met you and little by little with your kind words, compassion and infinite love as my best friend and boyfriend, you gave me the confidence I needed to fight the good fight and never give up or back down when righteousness is on your side. Thank you for always protecting me. I promise to do what you have taught me and done for me and mentor those lost human beings with the same patience, love, compassion and careful discipline you've always showed me. This my love will be your personal legend moving forward through me. Although I'll be in pain and hurt for the rest of my life I promise and vow to continue to move forward to be the great woman, mother, classy lady, best friend and successful career woman you always saw in me. If only I could see myself through your eyes maybe this would be a little less painful. Please I beg for you to always Walk beside me my love, protect me and hold me up when I fall because there will be plenty of times I will break down and fall hard. Please sustain me until I've regained the strength to continue the journey on this road we call life and continue to fulfill your Personal Legend which I vow today to make it my own Personal Legend. Our last week together in Thanksgiving was amazing surrounded by all the marvelous nature and your loving family. I will love you forever Robert Cruz
Robert and his father, Raymond Cruz.
Vanessa Barberena
December 11, 2017
Robert loved to play golf.
Vanessa Barberena
December 11, 2017
Angela Senegal
December 11, 2017
My Condolences to the Family. During this time of sorrow, may you find peace and comfort in this sure
promise found at John 6:40.
Vera & Jimmy Reyes
December 11, 2017
Robert I just received the News about You. Jimmy and I are So Sad. Since We lost track of You and the other Guys We used to hang out with at Stephenies in the 80's & 90's We often wondered what All of You were doing now. You were a Great Friend Robert! May You RIP. We send Our Condolences to All Your Family and Close Friends!
A B
December 11, 2017
My condolences goes out to the Cruz family during this difficult time. May you find a measure of comfort found at John 6:40 which says that soon we will all see our loved ones again.
JM
December 11, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of Comfort help you to cope until death is permanently removed as promised at 1 Cor. 15:26.
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