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Mr. Richard "Al" Albert Cruz

Gilbert, AZ
October 14, 1945 - December 11, 2025
Oct 14, 1945 - Dec 11, 2025
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My 1st recollection of meeting Al was after he returned from the Univ of Notre Dame in Indiana. I was very impressed that he had been accepted to such a prestigious school.

We did hang out a bit because Al ended up pledging the same ASU fraternity (Delta Sigma Phi) that my brother Tom and I were in (& our dad had also been in). Al was an excellent fraternity brother & continued being involved and supportive for quite a few years after his college years.

One recollection that sticks with me is the evening I accompanied Al to audition for a school play at ASU. As I recall, it was "A Raisin In The Sun". What surprised & impressed me was when he was unexpectedly asked to sing "Feeling Good". Of course, I would have choked and run, but not Albert. He didn't blink, and delivered a very beautiful rendition. I was in awe..!
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My condolences to Al's family. I first met Al when at Brophy. We were boarders[ describe how you know each other. We have been very close friends ever since.  He was my oldest son's GodFather.  He was the best.  I loved him so and will miss him so much!

 God bless you Al

Rod & Kathy Austin

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We are so sorry to hear of Al's passing and that we will be unable to attend the Celebration of Life.
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He was the Art Teacher and I was the Agricultural Horse care/livestock teacher at Anderson Jr. High. I admired Al. He was great and a nice smile. We would also keep mgt - Principal and Vice Principal in line. Name Chief (Jims Rock) and Jim (Little Keebler ). The inmates were in charge of Jr. High. There was a small core that thought outside the box. Al was an active participate - partners in crime. We love it. Great laughs. It's like a comedy of a Jr. High malfunction ......lmao. Miss you Al. Namaste John Mealka
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Teaching us how to dance cool
1963, Brophy College Preparatory, North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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1963, Brophy College Preparatory, North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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2019, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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We are so sorry to hear of Al's passing. We had some fun times with him and Karen. RIP Al. 
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Jeff and Anna Fryer
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Yong Yuenyongsgool
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