Diego “Jon” Antigua Dela Cruz Jr.

Diego “Jon” Antigua Dela Cruz Jr.

September 05, 1955 - January 10, 2021
Los Angeles California

Diego “Jon” Antigua Dela Cruz Jr.

September 05, 1955 - January 10, 2021
Los Angeles California

Obituary

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of beloved husband, father, and grandfather/Lolo, Diego “Jon” Antigua Dela Cruz, Jr. at the age of 65 from COVID-19. He fought the virus at home for a week along with his dear wife before being hospitalized on December 28th, 2020, with pneumonia. Family stayed virtually connected with him daily throughout his final days. He tragically succumbed to the virus on January 10th, 2021. May he now rest in eternal peace in Heaven above.

Jon was an outgoing, compassionate, and vibrant soul who will be missed deeply by all who knew him. He had represented the Philippines at the World Scout Jamboree in Japan and was a proud Eagle Scout. He was the life of the party and connected with people everywhere he went. Jon enjoyed capturing life’s precious moments on video and through photography. He embraced his Filipino heritage and also selflessly served those in need, including the homeless community. Jon was active in the Catholic church over the years as a music and eucharistic minister.  He enjoyed traveling, going on road trips, bowling, watching movies, and spending time with friends and family. Jon had a love for cooking for his family and friends. Jon grandfatherly fulfilled his APOstolic duties with fervor and love. He had a great sense of humor, and he never missed his ritual morning senior coffee at McD’s.

Jon sadly leaves behind the love of his life- his “Sweet”heart, Eva, whom he met at the school bus stop at age 16. Four years later, they got married and started a family. He lovingly referred to her as his Moon to his Sun. Jon’s love for life shines on in his cherished children (Jaymie, Jon, and Michelle), Apos/grandchildren (Brian, Carter, Emberlyn, Wesley, and Maximus), and sons-in-law (Anthony and Logan).

“Until we meet again, you will live on forever in my heart.”

Please join the Dela Cruz family on Tuesday, January 19th, 2021, at 7:00PM PST for a virtual live-streamed Vigil and Rosary held at O’Connor Mortuary, https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php?k=161060734095297.

Family and friends will be able to join online to provide each other support, share stories, and grieve. Insert link info Due to COVID-19 restrictions, in-person attendance is limited to immediate family only.

A virtual funeral Mass will be held at St. Kilian Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 20th, 2021, at 1:00PM PST. Please join the family virtually live-streamed online with the link posted below. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance is limited to immediate family only.

 

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127 responses to Diego “Jon” Antigua Dela Cruz Jr.

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  1. My deepest condolences to you Eva and your loving Family. Prayers for eternal peace in Heaven and virtual hugs to you and your Family. Love to all.

    1. Eva Delacruz says:

      Thank you so much Chris!
      Yes, may he rest in eternal peace in heaven.
      Regards to our Kaiser friends .
      Sending hugs and Love 

      Eva & family

  2. Jon was one of my best Facebook friends – always there to support me, and cheer me on my endeavors and was always a welcoming and friendly face I was always so happy to see at events along with his equally sweet wife, Eva. We will miss you and your smiling face but know you are now with the Lord. Praying for your eternal rest and your family’s comfort and during these sad times.

    1. Eva D says:

      Thank you so much Dr.Tess!
      You know, he admired you & was so proud of you Dr. Tess! He’s been bragging me to see you ‰ and my response to him was : “it’ll just cause us a problem,Sweet! Imagine your wife, pretty, sexy, & attractive?” †

      Take care!

      Hugs and love 

      Eva & family

  3. Our heartfelt condolences to you Eva and family. Diego/Jon and I grew up together during our formative years and have been lifelong friends. Reminiscing our days in high school, and as Boy Scouts attending the World Jamboree in Japan in 1971 brings back a lot of everlasting memories. Our friendship continued when we saw each other again here in the US. We saw our families grow. You left us too soon. We love you , man.
    Eugene and Faye Obina

    1. Eva D says:

      You know he loved you, Eugene!
      You’ve been a special friend to him, to us!

      He introduced me to you & your family like his own.
      And you & your family treated us as your own.

      He shared secrets with you.
      You were a great part of his life’s journey. You know that.

      Thank you so much for your continued friendship, love, & support! You, & dearest Faye. Never ending cares & prayers.

      He’s resting in peace now! I’m sure he’ll stay in your heart too and you’ll remember him always, especially in prayers.

      Take care and God bless!

      Hugs and love 

      Eva & family

  4. Jon, you are gone so soon but your spirit will be with us forever in our hearts. Thank you for your vibrant and joyful friendship with me, Jason and even Dash, our grandson. We will miss you on our lunch or dinner meet ups and we would be imagining you talking about the foods and giving us talks about everything in life like you always had.
    Rest now our friend. Rest in peace in the loving arms of our Creator.

    1. Eva Delacruz says:

      Thank you so much Gigi & Jason,
      Oh no ¦”â™€ï, we will surely miss esp his presence during our random lunch/ dinner meet ups! ­
      You will need to contact me this time.
      He’s resting now in peace with our creator.

      Sending hugs and love 

      Eva & family

  5. My deepest condolences to you and your family Eva. May Jon RIP with our Lord..

    1. Eva D says:

      Thank you so much sistah Helen!

      Hugs and love 

      Eva & family

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