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Daniel Cruz Obituary
left us on April 26, 2016 at the age of 37. He is survived by his parents, Eileen and Eloy Cruz, his sister Mandy, his niece Alycia, his nephew Jordan, his godparents Helen and Ron Piceno, his girlfriend Taryn Telles and many aunts, uncles and cousins who loved him very much. Daniel was born July 3, 1978, in Globe, Arizona and attended Ironwood High School in Glendale, AZ. He attended the United States Air Force Academy graduating in 2001. He took pilot training in Columbus, MS., and became an A-10 Jet (Warthog) pilot. He was stationed in OSAN, South Korea and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. He was deployed to Afghanistan three times where he received the Bronze Star and the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor. Before retirement from active duty, Daniel worked as an A-10 Instructor Pilot. He then became an instructor teaching students on the A-10 simulators. Visitation occurred in Tucson on Saturday, May 7th at Angel Valley Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday May 13th at the Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel, in Colorado Springs, CO. Concluding service and interment with Military Honors at the USAF Academy Cemetery.
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Angela Pacheco
July 1, 2016
I just learned through ancestory.com that Daniel and I were distant cousins. Reading his story brought tears to my eyes. I ache for the loss of someone so young. Yet, he accomplished so much in his time on Earth. Thank you, Daniel, for your dedication to our country. You continued the line of brave military service that is so evident in our family lineage, past and present. Rest in peace.
Patty Walmann
June 3, 2016
We spent father's day at Dan's house a few years ago and swam in the pool with the dogs. It was a lovely afternoon. We pray for Dan and for those who mourn his loss.
A Leon
May 11, 2016
Thank you for your service. Rest in Peace
A neighbor
May 11, 2016
Sorry for your Loss. Our heavenly Father is aware of what's in our hearts and there is a bright future (Jer. 29:11) ahead for all those in the Memorial tombs.
May 11, 2016
Thank you for your service, Daniel. We are all very proud of you.
Jose Ray Cruz
May 6, 2016
I will miss your great sense of humor. I was honored recently to meet some of your fellow pilots and a recent student. They were proud to have served with you. I will always be proud of you.
Your Uncle Ray
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