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Lorenzo Cruz, Sr. of Avondale passed away December 8, 2017 at the age of 80. He was born May 20, 1937 in Olmito, Texas to Jose and Carmen Cruz. Lorenzo moved his family to Avondale from Texas in 1968. He was a driver for Atlas Van Lines for many years until his retirement in 1999. Lorenzo is survived by his wife Sylvia of 61 years and his children; Juan (Gloria), Lorenzo Jr. (Belia), Carmen (Jose) Nunez, Abel (Mary), Luis (Lucy), Pete (Celia), Isabel (Chris), Elva (Jeff) Lauer, Danny (Diana), and Sal (Kathy). Lorenzo had 30 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren. He is also survived by 4 brothers and 3 sisters, Maria Munoz of Texas, Jose (Soledad), Juanita (Juan) Molina, Salvador (Teresa), Alfredo (Ramona), Ralph (Elsa), and Aurora (Joe) Rocha. Lorenzo passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones. The family would like to thank Hospice of the Valley and the many caregivers for their care and support during this difficult time. The family is requesting in lieu of flowers donations be made to Hospice of the Valley. We will miss you Dad.

A visitation will be held at 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm with a rosary at 6:30 pm, Thursday, December 14, 2017 at Thompson Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ 85338. A funeral will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, December 15, 2017 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 539 E La Pasada Blvd, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 9925 W Thomas Rd, Avondale, AZ 85392.

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Denise Garcia says:

December 14, 2017

Although I did not know Mr. Cruz I would like to convey my sympathy to the family. He must have been a great man because I know his daughter Elva and the way her eyes would light up every time she spoke about him. To the Cruz family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless

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Dale Snyder says:

December 14, 2017

I am very sorry for your loss. Lencho never met a joke he didn’t like.

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Roselle Thompson says:

December 14, 2017

Rest in Peace Papa Cruz. You will be missed.

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Ortensia G. Garza says:

December 14, 2017

To the Cruz family my deepest condolences to all of you . May our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all, may he give you the strength and comfort you need at this time of sorrow. Sincerely Ortensia Galindo Garza

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Raquel says:

December 15, 2017

Our deepest sympathies for your great loss. May God bless you all during this most difficult time. Our prayers for strength, comfort, and peace for the entire Cruz family. May Senor Cruz
RIP. From my family to yours.
Oviedo family

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