I worked with Justin as a security officer at Sea World San Antonio years ago before he was a peace officer. I’m saddened to see he has passed. My condolences to his loved one. May he rest in peace. Thank you for your service, Justin.

Friend @ the San Antonio Y, lots of good memories. Reynaldo & I speak of you & Will often, always fondly. RIP Greg

Another picture of Justin at Super Bowl LI in 2017 with Jesse Watters, Political Commentator for Fox News Channel.

Justin at the 2017 Super Bowl LI in Houston, TX with Greg Gutfeld of the Fox News Chanel and Host of the Greg Gutfeld Show. My brother also was asked on various occasions to serve as security for political figures and celebrities. 

One recent Easter at St. Luke Catholic Church

So many seriously silly things we used to do as brother and sister. Never a dull moment with Justin!

Another of the many proud days we shared in Justin's life. His swearing into the Bexar Co. Sheriff's Office.

Justin's Bexar County Deputy Sheriff badge. Just one of the police families he was a part of.

Justin had a hilarious sense of humor. He sent me this selfie one day when I asked him to pick the girls up from school at the last minute because I wasn't going to be able to get out of work in time. He was the best with them!

Another time hanging out at Kona Grill having a fun evening! Ileana, Justin and I. 

One Thanksgiving we were just hanging out and acting silly. Justin, Karina, Giuliana and I. Always good times!

Justin ALWAYS supported and was there for his two nieces, Gabriella and Giuliana during their school functions. He is such a great uncle to them and they love him and miss him so much.

Justin and Mom having a little too much fun at Nicha's restaurant during our mom's birthday celebration.

Our family: Justin, Will, Felicia, Garry, Mom, Gabriella, Giuliana and I at our mom's home.

The 3 of us. Billy (aka Will), Justin and I at Mom's house.

At one of his favorite snacking spots, Mama Margies

Justin and his fellow officers in Von Ormy.

Our cousins Karina and Ileana with my brother Justin.

Justin!

I can't believe how long it's been since I've seen you or talked to you and your brother.  There was a time when I used to hang out with all the bros and meet up with you guys at the Saucer or any random spot where you guys were out and about cracking jokes and just living life.  There was a time when we were all such close friends and crazy how time flies! May you be at peace and my sincerest condolences to your family.  You will be missed. 

Justin, I have nothing but great memories of you, from you making fun of my shopping habits at Express, to Sea World, floating the river and of course Saucer days.  You were always the kindest friend & could bring a smile or roar of laughter to anyone around. I’m grateful to have been your friend and always looked forward to bumping into you when I’d visit home.  Until we meet again sweet friend. 

Justin, you always brought a room to laughter, filled love, and crazy stories. I will forever miss you and  love you. Your memories will be our stories and we will  laugh and  continue to love in your honor. 

So many wonderful memories with you in high school! 

Very very very cold this New Years but the two of us still managed to venture downtown to celebrate!

Best man with ONE of his best speeches... 

Enjoying our Saucer days....The Board was in session!

Always a blast for your Birthday especially this time on the lake! You are missed my brotha!

Justin and my son Deva were really good friends when they attended Glenoaks Elementary and Pat Neff Middle School together.  Justin was such a sweet boy and I remember Will was a very good drawer.  I am praying for the family. 

Taking a selfie while taking names / kicking butt and finding people who had warrants 


When Justin was  being sworn in for Bexar County as a Sheriff 

I really love this picture and one of many great nights we had together. Love you Justin and know you are looking back at all of us smiling and aka raise the roof or as you would say fist pump.

Back in Houston making memories and Justin enjoying his Long Island 

I was Justin’s Dispatcher on his shift with the City of Helotes Police Dept.  Although I didn’t know him very well, he will be missed and known as a very nice guy and a professional who gave his all on the job.   I will forever remember the last calls I sent him to, our last conversation as he lit up talking about his puppy and how happy that made him, and hearing his voice as he checked off duty on Sunday for the last time.  RIP #394

Justin and I at our first pit stop at Pat O’Brians for the First Friday pub run. A large group of friend would attend monthly.

Justin’s plate party at the Flying Saucer with Courtney.  Justin earned his plate in about 6 months.

Tony, Justin and I biking at government canyon.

Rob, Justin and I biking at government canyon. We stopped to take a picture and not because we were tired!

It’s been several years since I’ve seen you but with social media was able to keep in touch every now and then.  Super sad to hear the news but I know you’re smiling above in Heaven.  

When we went to Houston and he met some of my friends plus he met his friend Chris that now lives in California. Great times 

One night when we were at the rustic which was one of our favorite places 

I was a ex co worker of Justin he was quiet at first didn’t speak too much until he got to know you we would eventually have conversations. He was quite deep and kind he will truly be missed. RIP Justin to his family May you somehow find comfort in this storm that will help you threw your journey May who he is give you strength to get threw Praying for you All Tonya Lewis

This is from when he was coaching for the ymca flag football back in 2016. I went to many practices and so sweet seeing him out there giving back to the community and teaching kids. He really enjoyed it.

After my second rock and roll half. He was always there and my biggest supporter. 

We stopped here at magnolia farms on our way to see one of his best friends get married in Dallas.

From 2017 when we had snow and ice. We tried to build a snowman 

Here is Luke which is Rory’s brother from another litter. Justin helped make me cat person and found my Luke . 

Big boy on Justin’s clothes for a nice snooze 

This was a night after I got off from work and decided to try this Tex mex place but no good. The funny part was we took several photos which this was the best one. He would always say it must have been bad lighting .

We were coming back from Nola and stopped in Houston for a bite and visit with our friend Lindsey . She’s trying to get us to make a snap chat account .

Thor with his eye patch . I always told Justin that he needed one since the real Thor had one:)

Molly Ringwald 80’ concert at the Aztec :) 

Here is at his family’s property teaching me gun safety and taught me how to shoot. Thanks babe even though when we got to the top of the property, I had some tumbles down but you were there .

We were at the university of Houston game against his bobcats so eat them up and go coogs.

From his 34th birthday and he had his favorite cake aka red velvet:) 

Justin with his fur babies Thor and Rory . As him and I would say that they are cutie putties.

One of his many days working market day in Helotes 

Him with some work buds from Microsoft security:)

Justin,
Words can not describe how I’ve felt since learning of your passing.  You were my first love, first heartbreak and best friend from 7th grade till we graduated high school.  Thank you for always being there for me, even after high school when you didn’t have to be.  We lost such a good person but heaven gained a beautiful angel. Rest in heaven with Amy.  ❤️

I miss you so much already Jud! The only ounce of peace that I have is that you are in heaven with our Lord💙  
Super bowl 2019 
He loved his Pats! 

Wishing I could post a thousand of our memories hiking, biking, drinking IPAs, or our sea world adventures where we first met. Rest in peace 😪

Justin, we shared some of the best years together. We laughed, we cried, and you taught me so much about patience. My heart is filled with sadness. Love always, Ash

Justin and i on the Lexington and a great trip Justin 

Last time as the gingerbread man and the kids loved him plus to top it off , he used the voice too. He was a hit:)

Christmas lights on the river walk and it was cool night but to cold:) just perfect 

OBITUARY

Justin Elliott Cruz

7 September, 1984 – 11 February, 2019

Sunset Northwest Funeral Home

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