1983
2016
Samuel Luis “Sammy” Cruz, Jr., 32, passed away August 4, 2016 in a tragic automobile accident. Sammy was born August 28, 1983 in Taft, Texas to Sam Cruz, Sr. and Laura Martinez. He was a 2002 graduate of King High School then studied welding at Del-Mar College. He was a parishioner at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Taft. Sammy spent much of his free time working on and taking great care of his vehicles and loved spending time with all of his family and friends, especially at his family’s Bayside property fishing and cooking out. He was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. Sammy was a loving son, brother, father and uncle and will be missed by all.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Rafael and Alejandra Cruz and maternal grandfather, Ramon C. Martinez. Survivors include his mother, Laura (Carlos Martinez) Martinez; father, Sam (Mary Ann) Cruz, Sr.; son, Samuel Oran Cruz; brother, Ted Cruz; sister, Tiffany Cruz (Lorenzo) Ramirez and one nephew, Marcus; six nieces, Layla, Maddy, Mikayla, Emma, Sophia and Elizabeth; maternal grandmother, Pauline Martinez; two step-brothers, Raymond Hinojosa and Jimmy Hinojosa; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and many friends.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 11, 2016 at Colonial Funeral Home with Holy Rosary recited at 7:00 p. m. that evening. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 12, 2016 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Taft with interment to follow at Palms Memorial Park in Portland.
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August 10, 2017
Tiffany Ramirez
I miss you so much sammy..i still cant believe yoir not here with us. I love you so much. We will never forget you and this heart ache will never go away. I love you brother. Can't wait to see u again..i love you.
September 16, 2016
Patti Pope
Laura, was so sorry to hear about Sammy. I wish I could have been there, was out in Arizona..He was a sweetheart and I always remember how nice he always was to me. I will never forget him. He died on the same day my husband died, August 4th..My prayers are with you and your family. God bless you Laura.
September 15, 2016
Tiffany ramirez
Thinking about you. Love you and miss u
August 19, 2016
tiffany cruz
I love and miss u so much. Just thinking about u. ..your smile. We miss u Sammy. I love u brother .
August 14, 2016
Irma Olvera
To the CRUZ and MARTINEZ families, my condolences for the loss of young Sammy. He was a joy to have had as a student and to have shared in his life. He grew up to be a wonderful young man and God had a plan for him. Will continue to pray for his soul and family to reunite in Heaven. ✝
August 11, 2016
MaryAnn(Chacha) Garcia
Laura,Sammy my deepest condolences. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers in this most difficult time. I pray that God will help you find peace and strength to go on.
August 10, 2016
Donna Kauf
My heartfelt condolences to this young man's family and friends. May you look to our Lord for strength and guidance during this difficult time.
August 9, 2016
Melissa Gonzales
My heart weighs heavy for the entire family. Laura, I am so sorry. My prayers are with all of you. May you rest in peace, Sammy.
Blessings!
August 9, 2016
Mr and Mrs Ruben Michael Masquifelt
Condolences and prayers to the Family..
RIP..
August 9, 2016
Mandy Medina
We were two young kids who fell in love with one another and had a handsome loving son at such a young age. Both of our parents were dissapointed and even though we parted ways I'm having a hard time accepting that your no longer here. You gave me the biggest blessing in my life ... Our son Samuel Oran Cruz. May we one day find peace and may you be Orans guardian Angel from up above. He's ur mini me. It hurts me to know that you will not be there for his 1st communion, when he gets his lic, or when he graduates. Lord knows I gave you hell but Thank You for always spoiling him. He knows you loved him. Just know we were blessed with such a great kid.
August 9, 2016
Eddie & Adela Rojas
Condolences and prayers to the family of Samuel Luis Cruz Jr.
Rest In Peace young man.
August 9, 2016
Briana Lopez
I still can't belive your gone Sammy... you will be missed by many i remember our fishing trip like it was yesterday... RIP till we me again
August 9, 2016
Felix Gonzalez
Rest in peace Sammy, u will be remembered well and by many. Thanks for the help inside and outside of work, u are appreciated. Our deepest condolences to your entire family, what a huge loss.
August 9, 2016
Carmen Perico
So sorry for this great loss.. Prayers to all of his family and may God be with them in this difficult time... Cherish the memories and may he rest in peace. ..
August 9, 2016
Veronica Rivera
Fly high and playy it sweet in heaven... Prayers and condolences to ur family,especially to ur son Oran,spitting image of a wonderful person....r.I.p sammy
August 9, 2016
Cassie Medina
Praying for His mother & Fathee during this difficult time . & also for his son Oran . Prayers to all . You will be missed Sammy!
August 9, 2016
Sonia Ortiz
To the families of Sammy Jr., I send my deepest most heartfelt condolences and prayers.
August 8, 2016
Aviel & Janie Gonzalez
Sam our prayers to you and Martinez fam. May perpetual light shine upon him AMEN
August 8, 2016
RaeLynn Riojas
I will always love you. You will always be my best friend and the one man that was by my side through everything no matter what. I will never forget you. I know your still always with me. I Love You Sammy, RIP Love.
August 8, 2016
condolences to the Martinez and Cruz family.
Steven Chavez and Family
August 8, 2016
Koop Knock
Rest up Sammy. Had a bunch of good laughs and smiles to remember u by. Ur boy Koop Knock.
August 8, 2016
diana gomez
r.i.p. Sammy
August 8, 2016
DIANA GOMEZ
I will never forget Sammy. he was a HUGE part of my <3 for along time. I will never forget my memories with him. him chasing me around the house, our dates with lil miss micky, our moments with laura and all our secret words. his voice, his own way with me that others never saw. he will be truly missed. laura and family are in my prayers...Sammy was LOVED AND WILL BE MISSED FOREVER..<3 DIANA
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