In Memory of John Robert Cruz

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John and I were in an intership program together. John took me under his wings and mentored me and always had a smile on his face and full of energy. He was a great person! He will always be remembered!

*** Posted by RJ Davis on 2011-09-12 ***

You will always be remenber.
You are in our prayers.

*** Posted by Miguel on 2011-09-11 ***

Robbie you are gone but not forgotten. I had the pleasure of being your next door. Playing sports in the neighbor with you and Phil after school and the rest guys on our block. You were always smiling and kind to everyone you met. RIP my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your wonderful family your Mom, Dad and Phil on this 10th anniversary.

Dwight

*** Posted by Dwight Davis on 2011-09-11 ***

I was a teacher at the Ella G.Clarke School and lived in Raintree. I remember John well. He always had a beautiful smile and was a good student. The school community was saddened to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out for you John and your family.

*** Posted by Carol M. Cousins on 2011-09-11 ***

John, It has been ten years today that Our Lord called you home. You are still deeply missed by all who knew you. Gone - but you will never be forgotten. Continue to Rest in Peace.

*** Posted by Cathy Hawley on 2011-09-11 ***

Although I was very young when I knew him I will never forget. My mom and uncle grew up with John Cruz in Lakewood. They were all best friends. He was in my uncles wedding along with me and my cousins. I remember being about 8 years old and John took my cousins, brother and myself to a lake and made fishing poled out of sticks and sting with us. Those are only some of the few memories I have from being so young. As a student in college I often have discussions on 9/11 and I attend services regularly. I always think of him. My family loves you, and we will never forget <3

*** Posted by Brittany Knoerdel on 2011-09-07 ***

Lots of good memories old friend...

*** Posted by Chris Warren on 2011-09-07 ***

John and I were good friends at both Lakewood Middle School and High School. We played soccer together, however I went on to star in track and field. John later became the President of the Class of 1986. A very popular, well-like guy and cool with the ladies. John "my brother" we all miss you and wish that you could still be here. Save me a good seat in Heaven!

*** Posted by Roger Gainey on 2011-09-01 ***

John Robert Cruz you are missed by all your Jersey friends! We love you and RIP...have Memorial tickets and excited to see you!

*** Posted by Lea on 2011-07-11 ***

I was just searching for John Cruz on the web, as he was my roommate in sophomore year of college at Penn State. I never knew he passed away. Que Dios te bendiga siempre, John!

*** Posted by Jorge Cruz on 2010-11-07 ***

Thinking and remembering you today. God bless your family and friends today and always.

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2010-09-11 ***

I grew up in the same "raintree" development... we all knew him as "Robbie" Cruz. An incredible heartbreak for me as an an American that day.... made that much more personal when I could put a face with the tragedy. My condolences to his family - I think of them often

NEVER FORGET

*** Posted by Geoff Forse on 2009-09-11 ***

When I look back on my middle school years and high school years, John Cruz is a face that always comes to mind. Not only were we great friends, but we went to our Senior prom together and had such a great time. He was so worried about picking out the perfect tie for his suit so it would complement what I was wearing. He always had a smile on his face no matter what. I remember him being very good at math and he would help me with my homework. I remember when he worked at AT&T and he gave me his picture work ID card. I still have it along with tons of pictures from our high school years. I could go on and on about what a special person he was, but anyone who knew him, knows that. John Cruz, you will always be remembered and I am a better person for knowing you.

*** Posted by Jill Shelkowsky Caputo on 2009-09-11 ***

John Cruz, "Robbie," as we knew him. Where do I begin to express my feelings for this man who lost his life at such a young age? Robbie and I were close friends in HS, but then we became family once his brother, Phil, married my sister, Maria. Robbie had such a great personality. He would light up a room with his laugh and smile. How his family misses him so, as do I. Life without this young man has been difficult, but they keep his spirit alive by always talking about him. Robbie would have been successful in his life today, and it's a shame that we couldn't bear witness to that. I'm sure that's how it would have been because of his determination and hard work. Robbie, thank you for being a good friend and for our laughs. I cried myself to sleep the day I knew you were taken from us, and my heart is still heavy because you do not grace us with your presence. Rest in peace, dear friend. I love you. <3

*** Posted by Alicia Casiano Carney on 2009-09-11 ***

John, it has been 8 years since you went home to be with Our Lord. You are not forgotten and are missed by all whose lives you touched. Joey still misses you dearly. Continue to Rest in Peace

*** Posted by Cathy Hawley on 2009-09-11 ***

I met John as a intern for Prudential, he later graduated and became a member of our family. John was a good guy, funny athletic and loved his family. I will always remember John. My sympathy goes out to his family but I know that he is in a better place than all of us, God bless and he will always be remember for his passion and his spirit.

Sincerely, Jeff Roberson Jr.

*** Posted by Jeff on 2009-09-11 ***

My first thought this morning was of you. I could not imagine what your family must go through this time every year, and how they must miss you. My prayers are with them. You made me laugh and I am glad to have known you.

Back in H.S. you used to call me the big sister you never had, and how proud of was of that. You were a great person. One day I will see you again my friend.

*** Posted by Lyam Cardenas Reinhardt on 2009-09-11 ***

John and I had English together our junior year at Lakewood High. It was the year he was diagnosed with diabetes and because I've had the same disease since age 13, he asked me a ton of questions about it. He was part of the popular crowd, but was very down to earth. A few days after 9/11, my brother told me about John.... He is the closest connection I have to it, and EACH year I listen for his name when the names of the victims are read at the memorial. Each year I still cry for John, his family, and ALL of those devastated by that sad day. I definitely will NEVER FORGET.

*** Posted by Dee (McQuade) Medallis on 2007-09-13 ***

Gone but never forgotten. You will always be missed, and one day we will see each other in heaven. R.I.P.

*** Posted by Marcia on 2007-09-11 ***

I knew more of John in middle school than high school.... He was such a nice guy, with a great smile, and very down to earth. Although we didn't know each other well, I think of him often since hearing about his passing.... The world was a better place with him in it. I hope that he is at rest and his fanily at peace.

*** Posted by Jill (Urbsaitis) Duncan on 2007-03-20 ***

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