COLUMBUS, INDIANA
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 by 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 step mother, Efrain Benjamin (Wendy Lopez) De La Cruz; sisters, Talara Eudy, Tanessa Eudy, Talea Eudy and Tayviana Eudy; brother, Austin Streeval; step brother, 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, Migel De La Cruz.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Noon 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
