Jose Luis Cruz

Jose Luis Cruz obituary

Jose Luis Cruz

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Jose Cruz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Klein Funeral Home - CyFair - Northwest on Oct. 21, 2025.

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Jose Luis Baez Cruz, 57, passed away on October 18, 2025. He was born on March 29, 1968, in Mexico City, Mexico, and spent the majority of his life in Houston, Texas, where he built a life rooted in hard work, love, and family.

Jose is survived by his beloved parents, Adrian Baez and Josefina Cruz; his cherished family in Mexico; and his eight children: Oscar Baez, Diana Baez, Luis Baez, Mariana Baez, Nick Baez, Maria Melissa Patino, Maria Julissa Patino, and Ector Javier Patino. He was a loving grandfather to eight grandchildren, whose laughter and presence brought him immeasurable joy.

A man of deep wisdom, humor, and quiet strength, Jose mentored those around him not just through his words, but through the way he lived. His encouragement and cheerful spirit touched countless lives. Whether through a shared laugh or a simple act of support, Jose left a mark that will never fade.

Jose will live on in the hearts of all his children and all who loved him. He will be present in every act of love inspired by his example.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to support his family via the following GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/caf1d9adc

Jose Luis Baez Cruz, de 57 años, falleció el 18 de octubre de 2025. Nació el 29 de marzo de 1968 en la Ciudad de México, México, y pasó la mayor parte de su vida en Houston, Texas, donde construyó una vida basada en el trabajo duro, el amor y la familia.

Le sobreviven sus queridos padres, Adrian Baez y Josefina Cruz; su amada familia en México; y sus ocho hijos: Oscar Baez, Diana Baez, Luis Baez, Mariana Baez, Nick Baez, Maria Melissa Patiño, Maria Julissa Patiño y Ector Javier Patiño. Fue un abuelo amoroso de ocho nietos, cuya risa y compañía le brindaron una alegría inmensa.

Hombre de profunda sabiduría, buen humor y una gran fuerza interior. Jose fue un mentor para quienes lo rodeaban, no solo por sus palabras, sino por la manera en que vivía. Su espíritu alegre y alentador tocó innumerables vidas. Ya fuera a través de una risa compartida o un simple acto de apoyo, Jose dejó una huella que jamás se borrará.

Jose vivirá para siempre en el corazón de todos sus hijos, de quienes lo amaron y de quienes tuvieron el privilegio de conocerlo. Estará presente en cada acto de amor inspirado por su ejemplo.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

24

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Klein Funeral Home - Cy Fair - Northwest

9719 Wortham Blvd., Houston, TX 77065

Oct

24

Service

3:30 p.m.

Klein Memorial Park - CyFair - Northwest

14711 Cypress N. Houston Rd., Cypress, TX 77429