Thomas Miguel De La Cruz
September 10, 2006 ~ July 28, 2024
Thomas Miguel De La Cruz, 17, of Columbus, passed away Sunday, July 28th, 2024 due to a motor vehicle accident. He was born September 10th, 2006 in Columbus, Indiana the son of Allison Marie Eudy and Efrain Benjamin De La Cruz.
Thomas was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. He loved being with his family and friends. Thomas enjoyed spending his time on the soccer field, working out, and surrounding himself with the ones he loved. His dedication to soccer helped him strive to achieve his goals and accomplishments. Thomas spent lots of quality time with many friends. He lit up every room he walked into and never failed to make someone smile. Thomas’ kind heart touched all who knew him. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Thomas is survived by his mother, Allison Marie Eudy; father and stepmother, Efrain Benjamin (Wendy Lopez) De La Cruz; sisters, Talara Eudy, Tanessa Eudy, Talea Eudy, and Tayviana Eudy; brother, Austin Streeval; stepbrother, Cezar Lopez; grandparents, Alanna Dawn Neville, Tim Eudy, Margarita De La Cruz and his girlfriend, Marilyn Silva. He was preceded in death by his sister Tapanga Eudy and his grandfather, Miguel De La Cruz.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Noon on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church with Fr. Chris Wadelton officiating assisted by Deacon Juan Carlos. Following the Mass, he will be laid to rest in Garland Brook Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the church until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Columbus Express Soccer or Columbus North High School Soccer.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home. You are invited to light a virtual candle of remembrance, share a memory of Thomas, or send a message of condolence to Thomas’ family via the funeral home website: www.jewellrittman.com
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My favorite brother of all time. He never failed to put a smile on everyone’s face. he put everyone before himself. he was such a role model for a lot of people. he loved his family so much. his friends he also loved very much. LLT🕊️️🤍
Oh my baby brother…. You were such a huge light to every room you walked into. You will be dearly missed Thomas. I love you so much. I know how happy you were to be reunited with Tapanga. May God hold you so close. You left a legacy and it will continue on through every single person you knew. You were such a a big inspiration to a lot of your friends and family.
Love always Nessa
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i’ll love you forever my luv❣️️you’re the best thing that ever happened to me. you never ever failed to put a smile on my face. you never doubted me even when i doubted myself. i will make you proud. i love you bebe❣️️
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Lit a candle in memory of Thomas Miguel De La Cruz
Lighting my candle for Thomas, he was always a very polite young man that I watched grow into a very dearing young man and friend to all ..he will be sadly be missed but never forgotten!
Thomas was a friend and teammate of my son a few years ago. He was always on the soccer field volunteering his time and sharing his skills with the younger, less experienced kids. My husband and I thought very highly of Thomas, he was a great kid and our family is extremely saddened to learn of his passing. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Thomas. I’m so so sorry.
Allison and family so sorry for your loss.
He seemed like a wonderful young man from what everyone has said about him.
Keeping you my thoughts and prayers.
I am heartbroken for the loss your family has suffered. It was a joy to have Thomas in my 7th grade math class. He was always very respectful and had a sweet smile on his face. Your family is in my prayers.
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A good friend. A good Soccer player. A good kid. I knew him because his father and mine were very good friends. I also played soccer with him. We would play every Saturday. Then the morning my dad told me my friend Thomas had passed, I just stared at him then started crying. I will miss him. R.I.P.
My prayers are with Thomas’ family.
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Thomas was a friend and soccer mate with my son Boston. We will miss his smile on and off the field. Hugs and prayers 🙏🏻
He was/is a sweet person who knew how to make you smile. I was lucky enough to be one his teachers in daycare as well as his sisters. Always had a smile.
Former daycare teacher Mrs Jennifer( Jenny).
I worked with Thomas at Crocs and he was always trying to make everyone smile and have a good time. I’ll always remember just how much he made everyone no matter who it was, feel included. He would always ask me if I’d miss him when he left for the day….yes, Thomas, you will be missed very much. My heart and prayers go out to his family. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Thinking of and praying for peace and comfort for Thomas’ family and friends.
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Best friend, brother. I miss you so much hermano. I will always remember the moments we had for the past 12 years. Growing up with you and see what you have achieved is unreal. You and me have achieved and done so many things together. I’ll forever love you and everything I do in my future and the present will always be dedicated to you. Love you thomas