Domingo L. Cruz Sr. went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the age of 84 in his home in San Antonio, Texas. Domingo was born on July 13, 1941 to Daniel and Luisa Cruz in Devine, Texas. 

Domingo was a loving husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa, and friend. He was a hard-working man who dedicated 30+ years to working for the San Antonio Express-News. He enjoyed the little things like a hot cup of coffee, Dr. Pepper, watching Family Feud, and watching old western shows. He took pride in growing his own vegetables and was passionate about the Spurs and Cowboys. He was at his happiest while with family, listening to music, and playing games like Loteria. He loved his dog Gorda. He was loved and adored by his community and was simply known as "Grandpa" to many. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Luisa Cruz; loving wife of 60 years, Anita Maldonado Cruz; son Marcelo Perez, daughter-in-law Bonnie Perez, daughter Alma Vasquez; granddaughter Yolanda Marie Perez; great-granddaughter Hope Chavez; sister Maria Cruz, and brother Pablo Cruz.

He is survived by his son Domingo Cruz Jr. and daughter-in-law Lupita Cruz; grandchildren Marcelo Perez Jr., Elizabeth Vasquez (Chris), Roxanne Martin (James), Vanessa Chavez (Lorenzo), Clarissa Lazo (Quentin), Alyssa Cruz, Marissa Cruz; great-grandchildren Samantha Espinoza, Marcello Perez III, Nikolaus Espinoza, Abel Perez, Ezekiel Lazo; brothers Estevan Cruz, Benito Cruz, sister Rosa Flores; and numerous nieces and nephews. 


visitation will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM with a Rosary recited at 7:00 PM at Primrose Funeral Services of Devine, Texas. Mass will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with interment to follow in Moore Catholic Cemetery.

Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories or sign the online guestbook may do so by visiting www.primrosefuneralservices.com Arrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W College Ave., Devine, Texas 78016, (830) 663-4445.