Enocencio Rivera Cruz
August 14, 1948 ~ August 29, 2025
Born in:
New Braunfels, TX
Resided in:
New Braunfels, TX
Enocencio Rivera Cruz, age 77, and a life-long resident of New Braunfels, passed away Friday morning, August 29, 2025, at Christus Santa Rosa Hospital in New Braunfels. Mr. Cruz was born on August 14, 1948, in New Braunfels to the late Enrique Cruz and Maria Rivera.
Enocencio served his country proudly in the United States Army with distinction and honor, serving in the Vietnam, Honduras, Bosnia and eventually retiring. Mr. Cruz was a member of the VFW Post 7110 of New Braunfels, the Disabled American Veterans and the Knights of Columbus-New Braunfels.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Enrique and Maria Cruz; siblings, Celestino Cruz, Chavela Sanchez, Cecilia Cruz and Matilde Cruz. Survivors include his loving wife, Melba Cruz; children, Eno Cruz, Jr. and wife, Amanda, Roger Cruz and wife, Claudia, Phillip Cruz and Erasmo Cruz and family; grandchildren, Brittany, Aaron, Brianne, Isabel and Jacob Cruz; great-grandchildren, Leah, Brayden, Braelynn, Aubrey and Elaine; siblings, Enrique Cruz, Jr. and wife, Elena and Yolanda Carreon and husband, Ralph. In addition, Mr. Cruz is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with the recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 7:00 PM on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the Lux Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will continue Friday, September 19, 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Lux Funeral Home Chapel followed by the Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:30 AM on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Holy Family Catholic Church. Interment will follow at 1:30 PM at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with full military honors provided by the United States Army.
Services
Visitation: Thursday, September 18, 2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Room: Chapel
Lux Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1254 Business 35 N.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-624-0500
https://www.luxfhcares.com/
Recitation of the Holy Rosary: Thursday, September 18, 2025 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Room: Chapel
Lux Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1254 Business 35 N.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-624-0500
https://www.luxfhcares.com/
Visitation: Friday, September 19, 2025 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Room: Chapel
Lux Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1254 Business 35 N.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-624-0500
https://www.luxfhcares.com/
Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, September 19, 2025 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Holy Family Catholic Church
245 S. Hidalgo Ave.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
830.609.5320
Graveside: Friday, September 19, 2025 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78209
210.820.3891
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You were one of a kind ex- FIL , grandfather to my kids and such an amazing person who knew everybody. Thank you for always being there for us.
Chencho,it was a great having you in my life.I remember when we were kids playing all kinds of games.Your sister Chavela was like a Second mother to us.I know ur family will miss you so much.My prayers are with ur family.May they find peace in knowing you are now in God’s loving kingdom.Thank you for ur service as a great VIETNAM VETERAN.🙏❤️
Rest in peace cousin, till we see you again. 🙏
Our sincerest condolences to the whole family.
Our thoughts and prayers to all his family. Our deepest condolences to you Melba may god give you strength through this time of sorrow . May he RIP
I send my condolences and prayers to the family. I got to meet Chencho working with him at Owens. Always a sweet, kind man. You will be missed. RIP Chenco 🙏
Rest in peace, Chencho!
Rest in Peace. My condolences to the family. I worked with him at Owens Corning.
Our deepest condolences to Melba and Chencho’s family. Enjoyed times at our weekly Divine Mercy Prayer service at St. Peter and Paul. You always included your family in prayer. May you Rest in Peace.
My condolences to Melba and her family. May God give you peace & strength. 🙏🏼
My condolences to Melba and her family. May God give you peace & strength. 🙏🏼
Chencho was a great friend, we worked togeather at Iselin plant for over 20 years then we worked for Owens corning for about 15 years, we were a small group of harley riders that rode frequently . Chenco I’ll always remember you always had a smile on your face. May you Rest In Peace.
My heart aches tremendously for yall right now. May the beautiful memories bring you moments of comfort. And may Chencho’s soul rest in eternal peace. He will be GREATLY missed!!
Sincerely,
Pam Moser
My deepest sympathy for Melba and the Cruz Family. Always felt welcomed when I would visit, I believe that through God Chencho can live on and rest peacefully.
Our most sincere condolences to the Cruz family, you’re in our thoughts and prayers. Lord bless you all with peace and comfort.