Felix Cruz Jr.

Felix was born on December 30, 1952 in Lindsay, CA to Felix and Lucy Cruz Sr.. He married the love of his life, Angie Soleno on July 3, 1975 and Passed away with his family by his side on December 1, 2023.

Felix will forever be remembered first and foremost as a loving and caring husband, father, son and brother. He was an avid music, movie lover, loved debating, and spending time with his grandchildren and when his Lexie made him all walnut brownies.

Felix was always there to lend a helping hand to those that needed it. He enjoyed working as a carpenter, then as a construction supervisor for Self Help Enterprises who would dress in all black and was given the nickname Darth Vader when he would visit sites. He later became a realtor for Sierra Vista Realty where he helped many purchase their dream home. Felix also coached little league baseball for many years and inspired young minds.

Felix was preceded in death by his parents Felix and Lucy, his sister Lydia Salinas and sons Robert “Bobby” Pedregon and Felix Brandon Cruz III. He is survived by his wife, Angie; his children, Melissa Cruz, Juliann Garcia, Paul Soleno, and Johnny Garcia. 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. His stepmother Magdalena Cruz and siblings Dolores, Virginia, Anita, Leonard, Elvia, Rosa, Mary, Veronica, Angel, Betty, and Mark.

Services will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 12588 Ave. 407, Cutler, CA on Saturday December 30 at 10:00am