The Robert Cruz Memorial Fund

We are raising funds for Roberts cremation and funeral costs.

Robert left behind a large void in many peoples lives, This is a chance to contribute to his legacy and return some of the help he has given others.

Below is his obituary,

Robert Cruz, age 65 of Grand Haven, was called home to God on October 31, 2018 at his home. He was born January 31, 1953 in San Antonio, TX to Mariaelisa (Macias) Cruz.

Robert attended Hazel Park High School, then went on to Kirkland Community College and Michigan State University. He worked for the State of Michigan Family Independence Agency as a translator until he retired in 2006.

He loved spending time with his children, family, and friends. He also enjoyed watching movies, working on computers, playing guitar, and restoring cars with his brother Eddie.

Robert was a proud ordained minister, who served at Mount Zion Temple of Auburn Hills, MI. He loved talking about God with others, and eagerly spread the word of Jesus. He was a servant to those in need, often times helping others before himself. Robert always carried an optimistic outlook on life, deeply rooted in his faith of the Lord. He was very passionate, loyal, and an all-around jokester who cared about others up to the moment God brought him to his home in Heaven.

Robert will always be remembered and missed by the lives he touched with love and generosity throughout the years. He will forever be carried in the hearts of his family; Angela Cruz,  Shavannah (Jason Kincaid) Davis-Cruz; son, Calvin Davis-Cruz (Mother of Calvin and Shavannah, Gail Bodine); mother, Mariaelisa (Macias) Cruz; brothers Eddie Fields, Frank Vargas Jr., Charles Lawson, Steve Lawson; sisters Elisa Vargas, Dominga (Minga) Vargas and dear family friend Lhonda Kooi. Robert was preceded in death by his younger brother, Frank (Frankie) Vargas Jr.

The Celebration of Life for Robert will be held at Watermark Church at 11:00 AM Friday November 9th, 2018 with Pastor Steve Thompson officiating the celebration.

Watermark Church, 13060 US-31, Grand Haven, MI 49417

Please visit www.klaassenfuneralhome.com to sign Robert’s online guestbook.