Hermilo Cruz passed away on the early morning of December 3, 2015, his strong will finally giving in to a tired heart. His toughness mixed with a generous spirit made “Grandpa” a truly special man.
Hermilo is survived by his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews and his neighbors who are already missing him.
Cruz, as he liked to be called, was born on December 28, 1918 to Placido and Gabina Cruz, the third of six children in El Monte, Mexico.
In 1944 Hermilo married Adela Mojica in Crystal City, Texas. Together they worked on farms and ranches in Texas until their daughter, Blanche was born.
By 1949 the family had moved to Rosebud, Montana where Hermilo went to work for Burlington Northern Railroad, later moving to Forsyth.
After thirty years with the railroad, Hermilo and Adela retired to Miles City. More than anything, Hermilo enjoyed watching and talking baseball with his grandson, Ian Seabolt and working in his garden. For nearly fifty years he loved sharing his garden “goodies” with family, friends and neighbors. Even this year, at the age of 96, Hermilo was able to get one last garden in with the help of his “Garden Buddy”.
From his youth on, Grandpa took pride in getting up early, working late and providing for his family. One day in the not so distant future, God will awaken him from his well-earned rest, (John 5:28,29). Then, in perfect health, he will be given the chance to live in a cleansed earth. (Revelation 21:3,4). We can only imagine the gardens that Grandpa will grow then. Until that time he will be missed.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Scott Dinardi says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Papa Cruz was a very special man. Every time I am at work or in the garden I will think of him. Rest well papa Cruz!
-the engineer
David and Janet Dinardi says
We were very sad to hear of Mr. Cruz death, however we know that he is with his wife (he missed her so much) and is at peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time and know that our Lord will wrap his arms around you and comfort you at this time. David will miss his gardening partner.
WALT & FRAN LLOYD says
We are sorry to hear of H. E.’s passing I started working on the railroad with him in 1966. he was always fun to be around, may you find comfort from God at this time.
April Thompson says
Blessings and peace to Mr. Cruz’s family.
Wayne and Carola Moline says
A very special person has passed out of our lives, we will miss him because he was a very warm hearted and kind person, yet had good standards and work ethics also very smart. We pray that Jehovah will sustain you, give you strength and courage to hang on to His promises to resurrect our loved ones. Granpa Cruz has rest and peace. That alone is comforting for all who cared for him. Ian, Blanche,Brian Sonia, Cody and Families may Jehovah comfort you at this time. The Molines.
Sharon L Volkman says
Cruz was a fun person to talk to. I’m glad I knew him. His family were all so very important to him.
Tim and Debbie Irion says
Ian, Rissa and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We did not know your Grandpa, but he had to have been a remarkable man to raise such a loving family.