Alma Cruz

My grandma was like a 2nd mother to me. She cared about her family and we loved her back. Someone told me one time, "A person who dies loved is not a human but an angel." Nate Cruz-Aguilar

Well... what to say..
we met in 1997, my wife had a chance to work with Alma for Charity as volunteer. Well... we were alone in a foreign country, Alma and her family invited us for Thanksgiving and for Christmas... it have been hosted as part of the family.. and it was really really lovely.

Today... after almost 14 years... I was talking to my children about my wife experience with Alma... so... I was trying to find some news in

Well... what to say..
we met in 1997, my wife had a chance to work with Alma for Charity as volunteer. Well... we were alone in a foreign country, Alma and her family invited us for Thanksgiving and for Christmas... it have been hosted as part of the family.. and it was really really lovely.

Today... after almost 14 years... I was talking to my children about my wife experience with Alma... so... I was trying to find some news in Internet... and I found this...
Alma, let me tell you just this, to you and your family, I know you gave very much to people around you (strangers and family). You did a great job...
What I always felt... was that you would have never asked for anything... that was true love... love that great people can give... like Jesus, Buddha... people able to love without asking for anything.

I send a big hug to you and to your wonderful family.

Andrea

My heart goes out to Alma's family--her blood kin and those who became her family over the years. She was one of the most positive, tireless, generous, and selfless people I ever had the honor of meeting. My heart breaks to know she has departed this mortal coil.

I met Alma years ago when I was news director and morning co-host with Kevin Connor at 107.1 KGSR. It was early December and I was looking ahead to Christmas and heard about

My heart goes out to Alma's family--her blood kin and those who became her family over the years. She was one of the most positive, tireless, generous, and selfless people I ever had the honor of meeting. My heart breaks to know she has departed this mortal coil.

I met Alma years ago when I was news director and morning co-host with Kevin Connor at 107.1 KGSR. It was early December and I was looking ahead to Christmas and heard about the Christmas Bureau, an organization to which Alma gave her whole heart. The non-profit did all it could to give a good Christmas to deserving individuals and families (that had fallen on hard times) that could not be helped by any of the other holiday giving organizations.

Not only did KGSR employees "adopt" families and elderly individuals through the Christmas Bureau that year, we also ended up with a wonderful relationship annually helping Alma and the organization to raise funds and gifts along with our wonderful listeners.

Alma never lost hope that she would be able to give everyone on the Christmas Bureau list a little something for the holiday. And as far as I know--she always did.

Alma Cruz was everyone's mother, friend, sister, auntie, and grandmother. She loved people, a love that was palpable to anyone who had the honor of being in her orbit.

Alma, Austin was better for you being a part of it, and I will miss your light and love.

Always,
Cecilia

I just heard of Alma's passing on the news. So sorry for your loss; she was a magnificent person. I met her years ago through volunteering at the Christmas Bureau. I was amazed each year how she worked tirelessly to make sure everyone was taken care of. There will never be another one like her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

I am sorry for your loss. Alma was a special lady. She will be missed by many. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

We are sorry for your loss. Alma was a very special lady that touched many hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

I can't even begin to express the saddness I feel of Alma's passing. She will be so missed by everyone that got the privilege of meeting her, and she never met a stranger! She brought such joy to my life. She was a remarkable woman that did so much for so many people and she always did it with a smile. Rarely did she not have a smile on that beautiful face of hers. She made me a better person.

I can't even begin to express the saddness I feel of Alma's passing. She will be so missed by everyone that got the privilege of meeting her, and she never met a stranger! She brought such joy to my life. She was a remarkable woman that did so much for so many people and she always did it with a smile. Rarely did she not have a smile on that beautiful face of hers. She made me a better person. And I treasured her love and friendship.

I'd like to think that she has met my mom and they are dancing an Irish Jig,
It was good to see you Al, Carole, and her daughters that I had never met, her grandchildren and Luis today. I know that God needed another angel and so he opened his arms out to Alma. I know that she is at peace in his arms, but we sure do miss her here and I will forever keep her close to my heart. Rest in Peace Alma.

I love you!
Janine

Carole, its me, Julie, and I just wanted to let you know I feel your grief and sorrow, no one can ever take the place of your mother, and It will be difficult probably for the next 4 to 5 years, and although it never goes away, it won't hurt as much. I lost my mom 4 years ago, and I thank GOD, I have my mother-in -law , Linda Govea, she's always there when I need her most, but

Carole, its me, Julie, and I just wanted to let you know I feel your grief and sorrow, no one can ever take the place of your mother, and It will be difficult probably for the next 4 to 5 years, and although it never goes away, it won't hurt as much. I lost my mom 4 years ago, and I thank GOD, I have my mother-in -law , Linda Govea, she's always there when I need her most, but I do miss my mom's hugs and kisses, and just knowing she will be their right where I felt her ( at home ). Well Carole, take care of yourself and your family, until we meet again, God Bless you always.

Friends: Julie Castillo

I knew Alma when I was with the Capital Area Volunteer Center and worked to supply the Christmas Bureau with volunteers. We worked closely together for a few months each year and I know how hard she worked and how much she cared about meeting all the needs of the people who came to the Christmas Bureau for assistance. She was always positive and completely dedicated to fulfilling her mission! You would have thought that it was a paid position.....instead,

I knew Alma when I was with the Capital Area Volunteer Center and worked to supply the Christmas Bureau with volunteers. We worked closely together for a few months each year and I know how hard she worked and how much she cared about meeting all the needs of the people who came to the Christmas Bureau for assistance. She was always positive and completely dedicated to fulfilling her mission! You would have thought that it was a paid position.....instead, it was completely volunteer in the years I knew her. I admired and liked her very much and so sorry to learn of her passing. My condolences to her family.

Luis & Family:
My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Alma touched countless lives as the Director of the Christmas Bureau. When I worked for the Housing Authority of Austin and as a home health social worker, she always said yes! She allowed me to deliver or mail applications to your home and always greeted me with a great big hug. And you, Luis, were always by her side helping her to be an angel on Earth. She has left a legacy of love and will be missed.