Bernard Cruz

June 7, 1995 - March 8, 2022

Bernard Christopher Cruz of Jackson, Missouri departed his life on Tuesday, March 08, 2022 at the age of 26. He was born in Riverside, California on June 07, 1995, to Kimberly James Avalos and Sergio Cruz. Upon his death, Mr. Cruz was employed P&G/Manpower and was also a former employee of Dexter Barbeque in Cape Girardeau. Bernard enjoyed outdoor activities and especially the time he spent with his children and family. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Baylor Cruz of Jackson, Mo. He was the proud father of four children: Talan, Liam, Mia and Izaiah of Jackson. Other survivors include his parents, Kim and Rodrigo Avalos of Jackson, six siblings: Benny, Joseph, Tina, Anthony, Christopher and Adryana and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his Grandfather, Charles James. Bernard was a pending member of St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Cape Girardeau, where he was completing his RCIA classes and was to be baptized during Easter this year. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00pm on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at Ford & Sons Funeral Home in Jackson, Missouri. Funeral Mass will be at 1:00 pm on Monday, March 14, 2022 at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Cape Girardeau with Father Alex Sutachan officiating. Burial will be in Russell Heights in Jackson, Missouri. Ford & Sons Funeral Home in Jackson is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.