John Paul Cruz

John Paul Cruz, 32, of Oxon Hill, MD, passed away on December 24th. John was born on April 13th, 1989 to José and Matilda Cruz in Washington, D.C. After graduating from Annandale High School in 2007, he went to study in NOVA Community College of Alexandria, VA. While John never married, he lived a full and vibrant life with more friends than you could count. His nephews and niece meant more to him than words can describe. John, was devoted to reading and writing on his free time, he saw book as escape from life everyday stress. His laugh would fill a room. He was gentle Giant. John will forever be remember by his brother David, family, and friends. "I've evolved over the years, but I'm the same guy I've always been; so meets me where the sun meets the horizon...and don't forget the tequila."