Cruz D. Cervantes Jr., age 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2020 surrounded by his family at his home in Phoenix, AZ. Cruz was born in El Paso, Texas on October 9, 1933 to Cruz Sr. and Lorenza (Cortez) Cervantes. His family moved to Phoenix in 1936.
Cruz is survived by his wife of 59 years, Augustina Romero Cervantes; his sisters Ernestina Cervantes and Rosie Flores; his daughters Cecilia Cordova (John) and Yolanda Perez (Victor). Cruz is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Cruz was very proud of his service to our country having served in Korea. Cruz worked as a Photo Finisher at Palms Photo Lab in downtown Phoenix for about 35 years. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed many hunting and camping trips. Cruz will be missed by many.
Visitation will be held at 10:00 A.M. with a Rosary Prayer at 10:30 A.M. and Funeral Service at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Interment will follow at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
Veronica Conner
My condolences to my Tia Tina and Cousins YoYo and Cecilia and family on the loss of your husband and father. I will miss Tio Cruz but I will always cherish the memories of him while growing up. He was such a nice Tio and he always had a smile that brighten the room. He will always be remembered and loved and know that heaven has gained another Angel.
Rest In Peace Tio
Love you,
Veronica Conner & Family
CERVANTES,KINGMAN AZ
Tio Cruz , may the Lord be with Tia Tina and with your family,and sooth Their hearts and minds. You will be missed Tio,love always, joseph.
RICHARD STRAFELLA
Dear Yolanda,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your Father. Please know that he will be in our daily prayers along with you and the rest of your family so that you may stay strong during these saddest of times. Always, Jennifer and Rich
kenneth manuel
My heart and prayers go out to you Yolanda and your entire family. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Jesus Olivares
Yolanda I met your father once and we had great conversation. My condolences to you and the family.