Michael “Mike” Anthony Cruz, 59, of Amarillo died Thursday, March 16, 2023 in Amarillo, TX.
Mike was born on June 22, 1963, in Amarillo, TX to Nolbert and Ignacio Cruz. A graduate of Caprock High School, Mike went through life with a kind-heart, strong work ethic, and an unrivaled zest for life. Mike held many roles and careers in the construction world throughout his life. From co-running a family-owned construction company that oversaw numerous renovations in Texas and beyond to most recently leading various projects at the Pantex Plant as a superintendent and safety coordinator, Mike made sure to always complete his jobs with the utmost professionalism and thoroughness. With a heart of gold, a love for family, and a constant smile, Mike made sure to live each day to its fullest. To know Mike was to love him, as he truly encapsulated what it meant to value his fellow man.
Mike is preceded in death by his mother, Nolbert, and his father, Ignacio.
Mike is survived by his wife of 36 years, Delia Cruz of Amarillo; his sons, Michael Cruz and his husband, Caleb Baker of Amarillo, and Matthew Cruz and his wife, Jennifer Cruz of Amarillo and grandson, Maddox Anthony Cruz of Amarillo; brother, John Cruz of Amarillo, and sister, Diana Cruz Liggitt and husband Jim of Amarillo. Additionally, Mike had countless cousins, nephews, nieces, uncles, aunts, and friends who he valued immensely.
The rosary will be on Monday, March 20, 2023, at 6:00 pm at the Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount Blvd. Mass will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at St. Joseph’s Church with Fr. Hector Madrigal as celebrant.
Delia, sending you my heartfelt condolences & keeping you & your family in my daily prayers. May God send you an abundance of blessings to provide you with peace & comfort. Mike will always be remembered for his kind heart & easy going personality. May he rest peacefully in heaven. Love you all.
Love & Miss you Uncle Mike! Thank you for always having me over in the summers! Gone but never forgotten
Our deepest condolences from the Rubio family. Mike always had the warmest smile and welcomed conversation. We are Gonna miss running in to him.
Our deepest condolences from the Rubio family. Mike always had the warmest smile and welcomed conversation. We are Gonna miss running in to him.
Love & prayers for the Cruz Family. May you all find peace in each other’s love.
Mike, we will miss your big smile and easy going way of navigating this life, and we’ll forever see this in your beautiful family. We will always keep you in our hearts, Mike & Bonnie Schmitz ♥️
My condolences to my Aunt Delia, Michael, Matt for your loss. Uncle Mike was such fun to be around. I will miss seeing you at all the Billalba functions, especially those dance moves of yours. You will truly be missed Mike. We love you man..
Frank & Monica Elizondo
🙏 for you and your family – Delia -may the lord wrap his arms around you and comfort you during this difficult time-
The entire Russell family is praying for strength for his family during this difficult time.
Condolences to Mike’s family. May he Rest In Peace in the Loving Arms of our Lord Jesus Christ and Savior.
Matt, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. May God give y’all strength, may you feel his Love and bring some peace to your family.
Love Grandpa and Grandma Soliz
Mike had a smile that lit up the room I am keeping his family in my prayers Delia and Mike shared a wonderful life together I am so sorry for your great loss
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. May God be with you.