Thomas Cruz Obituary
Thomas Everett Cruz, 35, passed away on February 11, 2024.
He was born on January 25, 1989, in Beech Grove, Indiana, to Manuel (Thomas) and Sheila Cruz.
Thomas graduated from Beech Grove High School in 2007. He then went on to further his education at Marian University; where he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree of Science Management, with a minor in Business Technology, and a concentration in Human Resources.
Thomas loved to travel, ride his Harley, spend time with his loved ones, and hang out with his best fur-friend Tyson. Thomas had a passion for loving animals, and enjoyed volunteering at The Four Legged Ranch, a local non-profit dog rescue.
Thomas is survived by his mother Sheila Cruz; brother Kyle Cruz; sister Heather Cruz; and nephews Maverick (Thomas) Cruz, Casen Johnson and Kylan Johnson.
Thomas was preceded in death by, his father Manuel (Thomas) Cruz, his grandmother Eva Smith, and his grandfather Everett Smith.
Services will take place on Friday, February 16, 2024 at Flanner Buchanan – Floral Park, 425 North Holt Road, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46222, with burial to follow in Floral Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM, with funeral service to immediately follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his name to The Four Legged Ranch by clicking HERE
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425 N. Holt Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46222
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