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.