Devoted son, brother, and uncle Rudolph "Rudy" Cruz, 79, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 8th, 2019. Rudy was born August 4th, 1939, and raised in Houston. He graduated from Jefferson Davis High School and attended the University of Houston. He served in the US Army, and retired from Union Pacific after 30 years. Rudy spent many years as a tireless caregiver for his mother, and a source of constant support for his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents Richard and Susan Cruz, brother Robert Cruz, niece Patricia Cruz, and nephew Paul Mihleder. He is survived by sister Gloria Mihleder, nephew John Mihleder, and brother Richard Cruz, Jr, along with numerous cousins. He will truly be missed. Thanks for the wonderful memories, Rudy.
Visitation will be held Saturday, January 19th at 11:00 AM, with funeral services at 11:30 AM, at Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home, 4525 Bissonnet St.