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CRUZ Adam Derek Cruz, 37 - Adam was born on June 25, 1972 in Honolulu, Hawaii to Antonio (Tony) and Joanne (Everson) Cruz. Some of his earliest years were spent on the family farm near Viroqua, Wisconsin. Adam then moved with his family to Jacksonville, FL. Some of his high school years were spent in Iceland. He returned with his parents and younger brother to Jacksonville and graduated from Forrest High School in 1990. Adam collapsed on April 18th while jogging near his home and never regained consciousness. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, on April 26, 2010 in Jacksonville. He is survived by his parents of Viroqua, Wisconsin, his sons Ryan Braddock, Tristan and Ayden Cruz all of the Jacksonville area; his brothers Tony (Bruce Fornof), John, Joe (Gerlie) and Andre (Jennifer), a sister Momi Shay (Chuck Malspeis), and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Ellef and Evelyn Everson of Viroqua, Wisconsin, and his paternal grandparents Jesus and Filomena Cruz of Agana, Guam. Adam's family is grateful for the outpouring of love displayed in Adam's passing, particularly to his coworkers and friends from the Bose Corporation and to his very special friend Diana Waldrop. Visitation will be held at Jacksonville Memory Gardens, 111 Blanding Boulevard in Orange Park on Friday from 5 - 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held at Orange Park Presbyterian Church, 1905 Park Avenue in Orange Park on Saturday at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in Jacksonville Memory Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Fleming Island Presbyterian Church in memory of Adam Cruz. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Apr. 30, 2010.

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Eric Scott

May 4, 2010

Adam and I worked together years ago when I was with Bose. A very upbeat and positive person. My condolences go out to his family.

Eric Scott

Tom Basilone

May 3, 2010

I worked with Adam at Bose and have fond memories of our time together. My sympathies are extended to all of Adam's family and friends.

May 3, 2010

Dear Momi and family: I just found out today Monday and am so so sorry that I could not be with you during your sad times. He sounds like he was very special. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that he is happy and at peace. May God bless you all. Love, Pam and Mike Jackson

Monica Vollen

May 3, 2010

Dear Cruz family, my sincere condolences to you all. Adam was my first true love and I will cherish my memories from Iceland forever. God bless you all. Love Monica Vollen

Matt McNevin

May 3, 2010

Cruz Family,
I am sorry that I was unable to attend the services for Adam. I have known Adam since his first day at Bose. We both worked military accounts at the time and we bonded very quickly. Adam and I always roomed together when we had trips and I can tell you it was a laugh a minute with him. I left Bose in 2002 and have remained in contact with Adam ever since. He would visit when he was nearby and my family and I always enjoyed his company. When we recently purchased our home in Charlotte it was Adam who helped me hooking up my outdoor speakers while reminding me "It's OK, you didn't know crap when you worked for Bose anyway" Thats just the way we treated eachother but always out of love and respect. I will mis my friend and will all have a smile with each memory. He was the best!

John Cruz

May 2, 2010

Thank you to all who came to us in our days of need. Thanks for sharing your stories and your time with our beloved Adam. He loved well and was well loved. People came from all over to see him in his final days. He felt your presance and it meant so much to us. I sincerely thank you with all my heart. John F. Cruz

Deborah Brown

May 1, 2010

in your moments of sadness, may his memory hold you like a warm embrace. I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of one so young.
Deborah Brown

Aaron, Lisa, & sons Kevin and Jason Callahan

May 1, 2010

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Thom McLeod

May 1, 2010

Please know that the thoughts and prayers of the people of Avondale United Methodist church are with you all in your loss. May God comfort you with his grace and hope.
Thom McLeod, pastor

Kim & Randy Joos

April 30, 2010

Our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Adam. Prayers be with you during this time of sadness and may he watch after each one of you from Heaven.

Your beautiful smile shines on forever from heaven.

D' Lane

April 30, 2010

Dawn Lane

April 30, 2010

Words cannot begin to express my sadness during this time. Adam will always be someone who is fondly remembered and loved. His kind spirit and gentle soul will live on forever through our memories. I have faith that he is watching over us all from the heavens. Much love and many hugs, D'

Jill Jones

April 30, 2010

Andre, Jennifer & Faimly, Our deepest sympathies and heartffilled prayers are with you and your family for this unexpected loss. We love you. Jill & Brian Jones

Pamela Chasse-Watson

April 30, 2010

Im Loving Memory of my dear friend.

Adam's Senior Picture, Nathan Bedford Forrest, Class of 1990

Pame Chasse-Watson

April 30, 2010

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Adam. We will always have him in our hearts, because that's what he touched the most. A man who always had a smile on his face. He loved his boys more than anything. You have gone to be with our Lord, but you will never be forgotten. Until we meet again my friend. <3 Much Love. Pam

Elaine Heise Campbell

April 30, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Eddie Collins

April 30, 2010

Our hearts go out to you and please know that we are thinking of you.
Adam was the very first person I met when I moved to Bizier Rd when he was 12 yrs old and he has had a special place in my heart ever since.
Eddie Collins
Sheree & Josh Sanders

Chris Floyd

April 30, 2010

R.I.P., my friend and we'll see you again one day.

Michelle Duval-O'Neal

April 30, 2010

Andre,Jennifer & family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories comfort you.

Garren Royal

April 30, 2010

To Joanne, Tony & Family,

I know that this is a very difficult time for you and the family but my prayers are with all of you. Remember to do as David did in Psalms 121 and look unto the hills from whence your help come from. May God, strengthen, comfort and keep you and continue to hold to Gods unchanging hands and he will see you through this. God Bless you and be encouraged.

Jodie Richards

April 30, 2010

Dear Momi and Family,
I was so very saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

April 30, 2010

Our deepest sympathies.
Bird Hamilton & Jackie Bakke

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