It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and Friend, Robert G. Cruz Sr. Robert passed away peacefully on April 18, 2018 at 3:25pm, at his home with family and friends by his side. Robert was born on June 9th 1937 in Fillmore, CA. He was a lifelong resident of Fillmore and he graduated with the class of 1957. He was active in baseball and basketball throughout his high school years. He joined the Army in 1960 and earned the badge of a sharpshooter. Robert worked for Northrop Grumman for 30 years, first in Research and Development and then as an Aerospace Engineer. He loved gardening and growing his own vegetables. He also loved the joy that it brought him to be able to share with his friends and family. He also enjoyed camping, hunting, and fishing. Robert is preceded in death by his first wife Frances Cruz, mother Maggie Cardona, sisters Rosie Gallardo, Ruby Riesgo and Madeline Davis. Robert is survived by his children Robert (Bobby) Cruz Jr., Sheila Cruz and Greg Cruz Sr., Daughter in-laws Tanya Gonzales and Jade Montes, and grandchildren Greg Cruz Jr., Evelyn Cruz, Tatiana Gonzales, and Tori Gonzales. His siblings Ronnie Riesgo, Angie Appleton, Norbert Riesgo, Marla Cervantez, Barbara Moreno, Sam Cardona, Bill Cardona, and Gloria (ChaCha) Ledesma as well as several nieces and nephews. Needless to say, many longtime friends too. Viewing will be at Faith Community Church, 355 D St. in Fillmore, CA on April 24th at 1pm to 6pm. Rosary will be at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1048 W. Ventura St. Fillmore, CA on April 24th at 7:45pm. Mass will be on April 25th at 10:00am, at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1048 W. Ventura St. Fillmore, CA. Then proceeding to Bardsdale Cemetery for graveside ceremony.