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Bakersfield remembers Omar De La Cruz, devoted father and local skateboarder

Omar Alexander De La Cruz, 29, who died June 18 in Bakersfield, was known for his humor, love for his daughter and his presence in local skate culture, according to his obituary from Angels Cremation Service.

Bakersfield remembers Omar De La Cruz, devoted father and local skateboarder
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BAKERSFIELD — Friends and family are remembering Omar Alexander De La Cruz, born Oct. 23, 1996, and who died June 18, 2026, in Bakersfield. Funeral arrangements and biographical details were posted by Angels Cremation Service and published via TributeArchive.

De La Cruz is described in the obituary as a warm, humorous presence who could brighten a room and put people at ease. He is remembered especially for his love of his daughter, Arias S. De La Cruz, and for activities that reflected his personality, including skateboarding.

What residents should know

The obituary emphasizes De La Cruz's role as a devoted father and an energetic, funny community member. Those who knew him are asked to hold his family in their thoughts as they make arrangements and mark his passing.

  • Full name: Omar Alexander De La Cruz
  • Born: Oct. 23, 1996 (Glendale, Calif.)
  • Died: June 18, 2026 (Bakersfield, Calif.)
  • Services/arrangements: Information provided by Angels Cremation Service via TributeArchive
"He was loving, kind, and funny, a combination that sounds simple until you realize how rare it really is."

Local context and impact

De La Cruz’s obituary highlights traits that often shape small social networks here: humor, a knack for easing social tension and dedication to family. Those qualities matter in Bakersfield neighborhoods where family gatherings, local skate spots and community events are common sites for connections across generations.

Skateboarding, noted in the obituary as one of his passions, is an active part of Bakersfield’s youth culture. Local parks and skate spots may see people pausing to remember someone known in that scene.

Detail Information
Birth Oct. 23, 1996 — Glendale, California
Death June 18, 2026 — Bakersfield, California

Those seeking additional details on memorial timing or ways to support the family should reference Angels Cremation Service or the TributeArchive posting for official updates.

This account is based on the obituary record made available by Angels Cremation Service and distributed through TributeArchive.

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