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REMY CRUZ PASSES AWAY AT 71
Coach Rem spent 37 years with the St. Anthony Raiders
Long-time PE teacher and coach Remy Cruz passed away recently on January 17th.
Romeo “Remy” Efren Diaz Cruz was a beloved teacher at the St. Anthony School for 37 years from 1973 to 2010.
Former students have flooded social media, remembering Remy as ‘super cool’ and ‘the best PE teacher’.
Positively affecting young lives for four decades, Cruz was a dedicated staffer with the Sisters of Mercy running the Tamuning Catholic school starting at the age of 22 before retiring at 60.
Some comments from his former students:
“Rem built good kids and was a great guy.”
“Remy was a name in every household… most caring, supportive and best cheerleader.”
“Taught me that killer windmill serve.”
“My favorite Teacher and favorite class PE!! Thanks REM for all the memories. Rest Easy Coach!”
“He was a great guy and I learned a lot from him back in the days.”
“Si Yu’us Ma’åse for everything Rem.”
“Another kind soul taken too early.”
“Was always super cool and good to the kids. A genuinely great man.”
Funeral arrangements are set for February 11.
Rest in Peace Rem!
