Rafael C. Cruz

Cruz, Rafael C., 75 of Paterson, passed away on March 24, 2018. Beloved husband of 52 years to Juana (Munoz) Cruz. Loving father to Rafael Cruz & his wife Irene, Herbert Cruz & his wife Martha and Dennys Brito & her husband Angel. Devoted grandfather to Christopher, Emily, Sebastian, Laura, Alejandra, Diego, Miguel, Marlene, Ariel and Denisa. He is also survived by 13 siblings and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Cruz was born in Jaibon Laguna Salada, Dominican Republic and came to the United States in 1966 settling in Paterson. He was the owner and operator of a Grocery Store for many years.

Funeral from the Marrocco Memorial Chapel – 470 Colfax Avenue, Clifton on Saturday, March 31st, 2018 at 8:30 AM. Visiting Friday, March 30th, 2018 from 5 PM to 9 PM. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society at https://donate4.cancer.org/?lang=en&_ga=2.238412288.1002560763.1522078893-291004962.1522078893