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BORN
1962
DIED
2025
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Thomas Cruse Obituary
He is survived by:
His wife:
Lucy Cruse of the home
His parents:
Bobby Lee and Sandra Ann Cruse of Muse, Oklahoma
One step-daughter:
Jasmine Cole and husband Alex of the Big Cedar Community and their daughter, Addie
One son:
Trevor Cruse of Houston, Texas
Two step-sons:
Adam Morton of Poteau, Oklahoma
Shane Morton of Poteau, Oklahoma
One sister:
Rebecca Nelson and husband Jim of Swartz Creek, Michigan
Two brothers:
Gary Cruse and wife Lisa of Muse, Oklahoma
Steve Cruse and wife Cindy of Idabel, Oklahoma
Six grandchildren
Three step-great-grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews, other loved ones, and a host of many friends
Tom was a longtime resident of the area. After high school graduation, Tom moved south and never looked back. He spent most of his career in the oil fields and then plumbing for many years. When he got sick he moved back home to the farm and spent most of his days doing what he truly loved; farming with his family, learning, hunting, and fishing. He loved Jesus, his family, and his country. Morning coffee with his parents was the best part of his day. He will be missed but we all know he is finally free.
A Celebration of Tom's Life will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 18, 2025 at the McBride-Cruse Family Cemetery, 24455 State HWY 63, Hodgen, Oklahoma 74939 with Reverend Jim Nelson officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.
To sign Tom's online guestbook please visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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