Juan Carlos Cruz Obituary
The memory of Juan Carlos Cruz of Hammond, Indiana, who passed away on April 17, 2026 at the age of 69, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Juan may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Juan touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his wife Shelley Cruz; and his parents, Victor Matias Sr. and Maria Esther Matias. He is survived by: his siblings, Emily, Victor, Ray, Letty and Jennifer Matias; his nephews, Brian (Kelly), Andrew, Joseph and Zachary Matias; and his former spouses, Patrice and Diane. He is also survived by numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles.
